Brothers Band Together
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the tornado that hit Jonesboro, Arkansas, home to our Arkansas State chapter, the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation created the Anchor Fund, an area of support dedicated to disaster and international emergency relief.
This fund provides hope and financial aid for our Brothers in a time of stress and uncertainty. While we don’t know what the future holds, we’re confident that our Brotherhood will grow stronger and we’re resilient in the face of adversity.
Brothers with demonstrated financial need may receive direct checks for essentials such as food, shelter, medical needs, and employment-critical transportation. The emergency grants will be up to $500 based on the unique situation.
While this global pandemic inspired us to create support for unthinkable situations, we’ve made the Anchor Fund a permanent initiative of our Foundation to proactively mitigate future crises.
How Can I Receive a Grant?
The Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation’s Anchor Fund makes emergency grants to members who qualify for emergency aid. If you are facing financial hardship due to a qualified disaster or (inter)national emergency, please apply for emergency aid through the Anchor Fund by completing an application.
The Grants & Programs Committee will review applications as they are received and award grants on an individual basis based on qualifying circumstances.
Please note the following requirements in order to be eligible for funding from the Anchor Fund:
- You must be a current member (Associate Member, Collegiate Brother, or Alumnus) in good standing who has an immediate and verifiable financial hardship resulting from a qualified disaster or (inter)national emergency.
- You must have demonstrated good faith to explore other funding options (insurance, free or low-cost services, other student aid, etc.).
- Priority will go to current students (Associate Members and Collegiate Brothers) and alumni who have graduated within the past ten years who have never received an Anchor Fund award.
How Can I Support the Anchor Fund?
Donate to the Fund. We rely on passionate leaders who give generously and believe in the future of our men. Our Brothers need us more than ever.
Donations to the fund can also be mailed to the address below. Please note any mailed donations be directed towards the Anchor Fund so that your gift is properly designated.
Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation
10 W. Carmel Dr., Suite 220
Carmel, IN 46032
Spread the Word. If you’re not able to contribute financially, you can still help us by promoting the fund on social media and among your network. Any donation, large, or small, helps a Brother in need.
Share an Anchor Story
Lambda Chi Alpha is proud of what our chapters across the nation have done to support each other and their communities during COVID-19. We’re inspired by your brave acts of Brotherhood. We want to hear stories of Lambda Chi Brothers…
- Becoming an anchor for their community in a time of crisis
- Keeping friendships and mentorships strong through technology
- Working diligently in their profession to make everyday life, health, and safety possible
- Innovating the way they do business during social distancing ordinances to make their products and services accessible
If this sounds like someone you know, please email marketing@lambdachi.org to share their impact. Tell us their unique story and include photos so that we can highlight our Brothers on this webpage and on social media platforms.