Questions and Answers
Below you will find answers to many common questions about Stephen Alonzo Jackson Weekend of Giving 2026.
When is it?
The Stephen Alonzo Jackson Weekend of Giving will run from 12:00 AM EST on Friday, March 6th, to 11:59 PM HST on Sunday, March 8th.
Chapter & Ambassador Incentives
Chapter Incentives:
2026 SAJ Weekend of Giving FACE Points (10 Points)
Under 250 initiates (all-time): $1500
250-500 initiates: $2500
500-750 initiates: $3500
750-1000 initiates: $4500
More than 1000 initiated: $5500
SAJ Weekend Bonus Points (6 total points)
3 points if the Chapter has 100% of its undergraduate members (Initiates & Pledges) donate at least the minimum donation ($10.34).
3 points if the Chapter has 100% of its undergraduate members (Initiates & Pledges) donate at least $15.34.
100% District Competition - The district that has 100% undergrad participation, with the highest amount of money raised, will receive a $500 bill credit per Chapter.
Ambassador Incentives:
Each Ambassador to raise $5,000 or more will receive limited edition Kappa Sigma apparel.
How do I donate?
When the campaign is live, you can click the "Donate Now" button at the top of the website.
You can also mail a check to the Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund at 1610 Scottsville Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22902, prior to the event.
How can I get credit, if my company is going to match this gift?
Email bradley.bailey@hq.kappasigma.org, that your company is going to match your gift, and we will apply that during the weekend. Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund does accept corporate matches, if you have any questions or to set up a new match, contact Bradley Bailey bradley.bailey@hq.kappasigma.org. To mail a check, Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund, 1610 Scottsville Rd Charlottesville, VA 22902.
What does an "Ambassador" do?
Ambassadors are brothers who are leading the way during the SAJ Weekend of Giving! They are being asked to share information about the event and promote it to their networks of Brothers. Becoming an Ambassador allows you to create a custom donation link for your Chapter Scholarship Fund and gives you access to social sharing links, including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
To sign up for an Ambassador account and to receive updates leading up to SAJ Weekend of Giving, please click here or follow the link at the top of the page.
Each Ambassador to raise $5,000 or more through their Ambassador link will receive limited edition Kappa Sigma apparel.
How can I get more involved with Kappa Sigma?
In addition to your donation, find out more about supporting Kappa Sigma in other ways by clicking here.
iPledge is a revolutionary, standard that is focused on volunteer and alumnus development. Launched in 2019, iPledge works to provide a road map to ongoing alumnus involvement in Kappa Sigma Fraternity.
Brothers who sign the iPledge Commitment Contract are pledging themselves to:
Follow Kappa Sigma on all social media platforms.
Pay their Alumni Dues.
Mentor an undergraduate.
Become a Kappa Sigma volunteer.
Become One of Jackson’s Men within 5 years.
iPledge seeks to bring into practice Kappa Sigma’s belief that membership is “not for a day, or an hour, or a college term only, but for life”.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Contributions to the Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund are deductible as charitable contributions for income tax purposes to the extent that the IRS will allow it. No goods or services were received in exchange for your gift. The Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund is established under 501(c3) of the U.S, Internal Revenue Code. Please consult your tax advisor concerning the deductibility of any donations.
How can I set up a matching gift/challenge for my chapter?
We know that several volunteers and Alumni have been eager to establish CHALLENGE DONATIONS for their Chapters. These have ranged from matching gifts to donations triggered by Chapter participation and meeting their goals.
When you are ready to set up your challenge or matching gift, Commit Here, and we will post it here and on your Chapter page.
Thank you in advance for your leadership, and let's break some records for Kappa Sigma this weekend!
What will my donation fund?
100% of all donations made on Stephen Alonzo Jackson Weekend of Giving will be applied to the donor's Chapter Scholarship Fund of choice. These funds enable generous supporters to direct their scholarship assistance to brothers in every chapter of Kappa Sigma!
Since 1947, the Endowment Fund has donated over $7 million to Brothers, demonstrating excellence in academics, campus involvement, and fraternity leadership.
Still have questions?
Contact us at giving@ef.kappasigma.org