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Behind Every Great Pi Phi ... is Another Great Pi PhiIndiana Gamma Jill Mackey Carrel and Illinois Iota Sarah Fies are from different hometowns and chapters. They also have different Pi Phi stories, but together they share the bonds of sisterhood and a deep commitment to Pi Beta Phi.

Jill’s StoryJill’s Pi Phi resume is filled with many volunteer roles and leadership experiences. She’s been giving back to Pi Phi, through time and treasure, since the day of her graduation. Jill served as a Traveling Graduate Consultant and on Indiana Gamma’s Chapter Housing Corporation. She then joined the Collegiate Three Regional Team in 2008 as Membership Specialist. She currently serves as the region’s Director. Jill also is a donor to the Foundation. She gives monthly so she can support the programs she cares about, like leadership.

“I feel strongly young women need exposure to leadership training that will last far beyond their undergraduate experience,” Jill said. “The leadership

opportunities offered to Pi Phis, like the UIFI scholarships, can provide valuable leadership and personal development.”

Jill’s biggest dream for Pi Phi? “I want Pi Phi to continue to be a relevant organization for today’s changing college landscape. If Pi Phi and other women’s organizations can adapt to meet the needs of their members, then I know we will provide a positive collegiate experience, which will then turn into a positive, engaged alumnae experience.”

Sarah’s StoryBefore college, Sarah was unfamiliar with Fraternity and Sorority Life. When she learned about sorority recruitment at Illinois State University, she decided to go through and see if the experience was for her. Almost immediately, Sarah felt Pi Phi was a great fit for her, and the chapter agreed. Sarah says Pi Phi gave her a home and a sense of belonging at a large university.

Currently, Sarah is one semester away from finishing her masters degree in School Administration. This past year, she received an Alumnae Continuing Education (ACE) Scholarship from the Foundation. “Receiving the ACE scholarship was a tremendous honor,” Sarah said. “It lessened the burden of my tuition payments and student loans.”

Once her degree is complete, Sarah will begin courses in a Ph.D. program for a Director of Special Education endorsement. Her education is extremely important to her, as is her desire to grow and learn as much as she can about her field. To those Pi Phi donors whose gifts have encouraged Sarah to continue her education she says, “Thank you. You are helping dreams become realities for women in this organization, and I hope you know how grateful we are for your support.”

Enabling the Fraternity to realize its mission and ensuring the

future of our sisterhood.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Executive Director Letter

Pi Beta Phi in Pictures

My Sisters Saved My Life

Myths vs. Facts

By the Numbers

Sign of the Arrow Grant

News & Notes

An official publication of Pi Beta Phi Foundation for donors and special friends

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This time of year, many on Facebook are listing those things for which they are grateful. You may recall we listed some things we are grateful for here at the Foundation last year.Our list is much the same as last year: we are grateful for the opportunities we have as educated women because of the women’s fraternal movement that started nearly 150 years ago; we are grateful for our scholarship and Emma Harper Turner programs, and the donors who provide the dollars to make those programs possible; we are grateful for the leadership training and education that is a cornerstone of the Pi Beta Phi membership experience; and for the priority Pi Beta Phi places on personal and collective philanthropy. Most of all, we are grateful for you — grateful you have entrusted us to carry out our important work and ensure the future of Pi Beta Phi.

But new on Facebook this year is a numbers game. Someone gives you a number, and you’re supposed to post that number of things no one would really know about you. It made me think, if someone gave us a number here at the Foundation, what would we list? Let’s say our number is SIX. If so, then here are six things you may not know about us:

1. The most fun part of the year is giving scholarships away. It’s just a blast to award those scholarships! 2. Our most heartwarming and rewarding part of the year is anytime we make an Emma Harper Turner grant. 3. We are as excited to see what Angelica will do on stage as anyone else at convention. She’s unpredictable! 4. We love it when people write to us. We post the notes and emails on the walls of our office. 5. It’s always nerve-wracking waiting for that first RSVP for a Halo Happenings event or that first direct mail response. 6. We never stop being amazed and grateful at the incredible generosity of Pi Phis. It’s year-round.

Whether you are responding to a direct mail letter, making a tribute gift, joining us for a Halo Happenings event or making that final bequest gift, know we try to never miss an opportunity to appreciate what you do for us, every day. Facebook reminders are nice but unnecessary, because every day we have an opportunity to be grateful and to see your gifts at work in the lives of Pi Phis and communities all across the United States and Canada. And, to remember what makes Pi Beta Phi so special.

Ring Ching!

Thank you to the Pi Phis, families and friends who have made gifts in tribute to sisters and loved ones.

Tribute listings are now available on the homepage of our website. Please visit www.pibetaphifoundation.org to see a scrolling list of tribute gifts made between May 1–October 31, 2013.

Tribute Gift Listings Available Online

From the Executive DirectorThe Most Interesting Things Make the Rounds on Facebook!

Teri Chadwick, CFRE

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Tribute Gift Listings Available Online

Halo Happenings is taking the country by storm! These new Foundation events bring Pi Phis together to celebrate the sisterhood and the difference we continue to make for our sisters and communities through giving. Sisters pictured below also helped donate more than 100 books for children at their Halo Happenings events!

Pi Beta Phi in Pictures

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Halo Happenings Indianapolis - September 14

Halo Happenings will be coming to Boca Raton, Florida on March 1 and Washington, D.C. on April 5!

1. L to R: Indiana Delta Shannon O’Donnell Ross, Indiana Theta Abby Barnes Nicol, Kentucky Alpha Elisabeth Young Long and Foundation Trustee Jan Kincaid Clifford, Indiana Delta.

2. Members of the Indianapolis Alumnae Club with their book donation.

3. Sitting L to R: Indiana Gammas Brenda Dee Bishop and Jessi BevanStanding left to right: Iowa Gamma Elizabeth Van Buren Kiss, Colorado Beta Pam Hatfield Gemmer and Indiana Beta Jill Grossman

4. L to R: Massachusetts Beta Sarah Bonner Roberts and Indiana Gammas Donna Zay Burgard and Mary Jo Honecker Mikels

1. California Theta Amanda Goll and Montana Alpha Gail Rodenberg Dugan 2. Oregon Alpha Wendy Nelson and Nebraska Beta Brenda Butler 3. West Virginia Alpha Karin Miller, Virginia Delta Chrissy Montero Ragsdale and Michigan Alpha Shannon Bernardy

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Halo Happenings Seattle - November 2

My Sisters Saved My Life

Kansas Alpha Marianne Reid Wild was the first Pi Phi alumna to make a significant bequest to Pi Beta Phi Foundation. We honor her legacy and commitment to Pi Phi through the Marianne Reid Wild Society for planned giving.

We recently celebrated Marianne’s birthday in November with Marianne Reid Wild Society month. Thank you to all of our members of the Marianne Reid Wild Society. We look forward to celebrating with you again next year!

Michigan Alpha Susan Bruch Shares Her Pi Phi StoryAs a freshman at Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Michigan, it didn’t take long for Susan Bruch to realize she wanted to be a member of Pi Phi. And in the spring of 1990, she made her lifelong commitment. Susan has many fond memories of her years as a collegiate member, including late nights bonding with sisters. “We would sit in the hallway and talk about anything and everything,” Susan said. “It was wonderful and a time I will never forget.”

Susan now resides in Atlanta, Georgia, and has stayed active as an alumna, serving on Georgia Alpha’s Alumnae Advisory Committee, holding leadership roles for the Alpharetta, Georgia, Alumnae Club and chairing Michigan Alpha’s 125th Anniversary in 2012.

Since her initiation, Susan says Pi Phi has always been there for her, even during life’s biggest challenges. In 2005, Susan was in a terrible car accident that left her with a serious brain injury. During those following weeks and months, Susan says her Pi Phi sisters were by her side every step of the way. “They took me to doctors’ appointments, brought me food and supported me during my lowest days,” Susan said. “They were my angels and truly saved my life.”

Though the road to recovery was long, Susan is now stronger than ever. Her positive spirit and outlook are contagious, and she is committed to giving back and helping others through volunteering and personal contributions.

Susan will turn 42 this year and decided to join the Marianne Reid Wild Society by making a planned gift to the Foundation. “I always told myself this was something I was going to do when I got older, but when I recently sat down to draft my will I decided now was the time,” Susan said. “My accident was a reminder to me that you can never wait for the right time.”

Susan’s bequest will support future generations of Pi Phis through academic scholarships and grants to help sisters in need through the Emma Harper Turner Fund. “It makes me feel really good to know I will support my sisters in this way. You are never too young to make decisions about your future. We are not invincible, so why not plan now to support those causes and people you love?”

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Myths vs. Facts: Planned GivingWe’re debunking some of the myths you may have heard about planning giving! If you have questions or would like more information about planned giving, please contact Development Director Jenny Miller Pratt, Indiana Alpha at [email protected] or (636) 256–1357.

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Myth: It’s complicated.

Myth: You have to be rich to make a planned gift.

Myth: Planned giving only applies to older people.

Fact: Any Pi Phi who loves this sisterhood and wants to give back through a planned gift, no matter her wealth, can do so. There is no minimum amount required. Small or large, planned gifts make a difference for Pi Phi.

Fact: Not true at all! Donors of any age can leave a legacy through planned giving. Many planned donors are young professionals who are just beginning a retirement account and can designate the Foundation as a beneficiary.

Myth: I don’t have an “estate,” so I can’t leave a legacy gift.

Fact: Most of us don’t consider ourselves wealthy enough to have an estate to plan. But we do have assets, such as cars, homes, savings, retirement accounts and life insurance. A planned gift can be made from a small percentage of these assets or through a one-time gift to our favorite charities.

Myth: I’m single, I don’t need a will.

Fact: Without a will, the court determines how your assets are transferred, regardless of what is important to you. Putting your wishes in writing creates clarity about how you ultimately want your possessions distributed.

Fact: While planned giving can be complicated, it doesn’t have to be. It is truly as simple as naming the Foundation as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement account, or including the Foundation in your will.

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117 Pi Phis and friends have made planned

gifts to the Foundation.

Your Foundation by the Numbers

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$15,000 to support Pi Beta Phi’s Online Learning Center in 2013, which provides access to leadership, educational and operational courses for members.

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20 Emma Harper Turner Fund grants to Pi Phi sisters in need.

123 Undergraduate, Graduate Fellowship and Alumnae Continuing Education Scholarships Awarded.

1,432 Leading with Values®

seminars put on by chapters in 2012. Funded in part by the Foundation, Leading with Values is Pi Phi’s own member development program helping members live the values of the Fraternity, fulfill leadership potential, serve others and achieve academic excellence.

$228,234 invested in Read > Lead > Achieve.

Thanks to your contributions, chapters and alumnae organizations can order

Champions are Readers® materials for FREE to bring into local classrooms and encourage reading.

Here is a look at some of the impact you made possible in fiscal year 2012–2013!

Foundation donors ensuring the future of the sisterhood.

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Foundation Receives Sign of the Arrow GrantThis October, Foundation staff members attended the annual St. Louis Alumnae Club Sign of the Arrow Philanthropy Brunch to accept a grant for the Emma Harper Turner (EHT) Fund. This generous $7,500 grant will help the Foundation respond to sisters impacted by job loss, health crisis and natural disaster.

“Sign of the Arrow has been providing philanthropic support to the greater St. Louis community for more than 45 years,” said Missouri Alpha Betsy West McCune, Foundation Programs and Operations Director. “We are grateful for this grant and for the St. Louis Alumnae Club’s ongoing support of their premier scholarship, the Sign of the Arrow Melissa Scholarship.”

The Foundation would like to thank Sign of the Arrow’s Philanthropy Committee, St. Louis Alumnae Club members and the shop volunteers for this

generous gift. For more information about Sign of the Arrow, visit www.signofthearrow.com.

Executive Director Teri Chadwick with Philanthropy Committee Chairman Ellen

Metzger Birch, Missouri Alpha

Board of Trustees

PresidentKaren Consalus Price, Missouri Alpha Vice President FinanceBeth Seidelhuber Sordi, California Kappa Vice President Development Jan Kincaid Clifford, Indiana Delta SecretaryMary Rakow Tanner, Maryland BetaTrusteesVivian Long, New York EtaKaren Sulley Thorn, Nebraska Beta Rena Rodeman Thorsen, Maryland BetaBeth Torres, Illinois ZetaEx-OfficioKathy Swinea Nevill, Tennessee GammaPaula Pace Shepherd, Texas EpsilonLisa Gamel Scott, Colorado AlphaPresident EmeritaAnn Dudgeon Phy, Texas Alpha

Foundation Ambassadors Council

Alumnae RegionsKristie Callahan Gill, California Theta Laurie Hoskins, Iowa AlphaRuth Walsh McIntyre, South Carolina AlphaKim J. OBrien, Ohio ZetaLeigh Mossman Pauling, Texas DeltaAmy Wasserman Tatro, Arizona Alpha

Collegiate RegionsDaphney Rose Bitanga, California EtaKathy Wager Ewing, Alabama GammaSherrie Pendley Liebsack, Idaho AlphaElizabeth Robbins Salata, Illinois IotaJacquelyn Tatro, Georgia AlphaJulie Wightman Taylor, Texas BetaMary Alice Classen Tinari, North Carolina BetaHayley Zimmerman, Oklahoma Beta

Staff

Executive DirectorTeri Chadwick, CFREPrograms & Operations DirectorBetsy West McCune, Missouri AlphaDevelopment Director Jenny Miller Pratt, Indiana AlphaFinance DirectorDeanna SzydlowskiMarketing & Communications DirectorJill PampelDevelopment Specialist Trisha Deehring, Illinois ThetaFoundation Assistant Amber Moore

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Welcome Amber MooreThe Foundation recently welcomed Amber Moore as Foundation Assistant. Amber is responsible for providing support to the program and finance aspects of Foundation operations. She is a graduate of the University of North Alabama where she earned her bachelor’s in communications.

Scholarship Applications Now AvailableUndergraduate, Graduate Fellowship and Alumnae

Continuing Education (ACE) Scholarship applications are now available for the 2014–2015 academic year. Completed applications are due February 15, 2014!

Report Your Impact on LiteracyPi Beta Phi hopes to impact one million lives through reading over the next four years through Read > Lead > Achieve, and we need your help! Tell us what you are doing in your communities to support literacy.Visit www.pibetaphiliteracystory.org to report your impact.

News & Notes

#GivingTuesday was December 3! All December long, you are encouraged to make tribute gifts in honor of your Pi Phi sisters. Visit our website or use the enclosed

giving envelope to make your gift today!