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Join the Circle of Light

When you donate $250 or more annually to our We Believe Fund, investing in the Fraternity’s greatest areas of need, you will be recognized annually in the Cross & Crescent magazine and receive printed copies.

Annual Giving Levels

Crown Circle — $10,000 or more
White Rose Circle — $5,000 to $9,999
Rampant Lion Circle — $2,500 to $4,999
Gold Circle — $1,000 to $2,499
Green Circle — $500 to $999
Purple Circle — $250 to $499

View Your Giving History

See your giving levels by visiting the MyLambdaChi exclusive member portal.

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Leadership Annual Giving

Donor Recognition

When you donate $1,000 or more annually to our We Believe Fund, investing in the Fraternity’s greatest areas of need, you become a Leadership Donor and receive special benefits and recognition.

Our goal is to ensure that our leadership annual giving donors receive the acknowledgement they deserve for making the strongest investment in the needs of the Fraternity.

Become a Leadership Donor today and help invest in the mission critical areas of growth, service, and leadership that support all Members of Lambda Chi Alpha.

Learn more about joining this exclusive donor society by contacting Jeff Craig (Ball State ’98), Leadership Annual Giving Officer, at jcraig@lambdachi.org.

Upgraded Membership Card in Gold Brass. Earn this limited-edition membership card in our exclusive gold color to celebrate your investment as a leadership level donor.

Cross & Crescent Magazine. Receive a complimentary mailed subscription to the Fraternity’s Cross & Crescent magazine, where you will be recognized in the annual Circle of Light Donor Honor Roll.

Zeta Updates. Receive personal updates on your Zeta including Chapter success metrics determined by the national Healthy Zeta committee.

Stakeholder Newsletters with updates from Fraternity CEO, Troy Medley. Stay connected with Lambda Chi Alpha’s vision, insights, and progress on strategic plans.

Stakeholder townhalls with Fraternity and Foundation leadership. Receive special invitations for townhalls to remain informed on our strategic goals and mission impact.

Leadership Donor Directory & Meeting. Receive a leadership donor directory and a special invitation to a virtual meeting to connect with other key stakeholders giving at the leadership level.

Leadership Donors

We are proud to offer an upgraded membership card in gold brass to those Brothers who join the Circle of Light donor society as a leadership annual donor at the $1,000 level or higher. This card serves as a reminder of their commitment to Lambda Chi Alpha and is a token of appreciation for their extraordinary support of our mission.

Mike Brady

Eastern Michigan ‘91

Donor Since 1993

Vann Cunningham

Tennessee Chattanooga '72

Donor Since 1979

Jeff Craig

Ball State '98

Donor Since 2001

Become a Leadership Donor

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Your Support is Essential

Alumni support is essential to ensuring that Lambda Chi Alpha remains a premier fraternity experience.

As the Foundation engages with both new and faithful donors and the Brothers benefitting from their support, we are learning more about the needs of young men today and the opportunity to provide them with purpose and connection through our Brotherhood.

Learn about how you can invest in Lambda Chi Alpha.

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Donor Stories

Why I Give

“I took an oath to support my Brothers, and giving to the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation fulfills that promise. My contribution helps programs that uplift Undergraduates and Alumni alike.”

Mike Brady, Eastern Michigan ‘91

Grand High Phi; High Pi, Colorado Boulder (Gamma-Mu)

Giving back has been important to John since he was a young child. John remembers his mother volunteering to raise donations for Red Cross, saying, “that kind of thing affected me my entire life. We have a responsibility to help others.” John’s dedication has shaped countless lives and will continue inspiring future Lambda Chi’s thanks to his gift.

John Schmitt, Eastern Illinois ‘76

Order of Merit Recipient; Past Founders’ Day Chair; Phi-Alpha Zeta Founding Member

Giving back to Lambda Chi Alpha became Chuck’s vehicle for serving others. Through his work on the Educational Foundation board, Chuck grew to appreciate the fraternity’s ever-growing message focused on bettering one’s communities. He hopes his legacy inspires others to lead lives of service for centuries to come.

Chuck Jones, Sam Houston State ‘81

Past Foundation Board Member; Foundation Ambassador

I support the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation because I believe in the transformative power of education and Brotherhood. As a member of Lambda Chi Alpha, I experienced firsthand the lasting impact that this organization has on personal growth, leadership development, and lifelong friendships. By contributing to the Foundation, I am investing in the future of young men who will carry forward the values of our fraternity—integrity, loyalty, and service to others.

Jeff Craig, Ball State '98

Foundation Team – Leadership Annual Giving Officer

“I joined the Mason Circle to uphold the beliefs every Lambda Chi should embrace. The belief in encouraging our actives and alumni to support our greater mission of developing better men. The story of the Bridge Builder reminds us of the vital moral lesson of paying it forward to the brothers who come after us and beyond. To truly embody our ideals, we must support one another, and I believe the Educational Foundation plays a crucial role in that effort.”

Jesse James Gutierrez, Texas San Antonio ‘25

High Alpha, Texas San Antonio (Phi-Upsilon)

Brother Nicholas A. Damiano is a proud volunteer with the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation and is the 2025 Founders’ Day Challenge Chairman. His passion for our mission stems from generations of Brothers creating opportunities for him. His late uncle, Brother J.P. Ottino III, taught him that, no matter what in life, to pay it forward. In 2024, he established the Nicholas A. Damiano Conference Accessibility Scholarship.

Nicholas A. Damiano, Rollins College ‘16

2025 Founders' Day Chair; Greek Advisor, Embry-Riddle Daytona Beach (Sigma-Phi)