Endowment Fund
BE A PART OF HISTORY!
For the past 40 years Epsilon Gamma Iota, Inc. has dedicated itself to powering progress by promoting social, service and academic advancement in the fields of Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Architecture & Applied Sciences.
It is with great esteem we announce the Epsilon Gamma Iota Alpha Chapter Scholarship Endowment Fund! Through your generous donations and a partnership with Prairie View A&M University we will be able to grant scholarships to our undergraduate members as well as undergraduates in the College of Engineering and the School of Architecture for generations to come!!!
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Joe Clay
a message from
Founder of the Epsilon Gamma Iota, Inc. Endowed Scholarship
Dear Fellow Alumni
Thank you for supporting our Alma Mater, Prairie View A&M University. Epsilon Gamma Iota, Inc.
Our endowment is officially a part of our institution’s legacy of excellence, as we strive to transition affinity into philanthropy. I am grateful to have been instrumental in realizing our motto, "Through Unity We Shall Prevail"!
We have awarded approximately $15,000 to worthy students and assisted them on their journey to become Proud PVAMU panthers. We will strive to continuously grow our endowment and increase its impact to generations of PVAMU STEM students.
PVAMU and Epsilon Gamma Iota Proud,
Joe Clay c/o ‘94
Our Goal
Our goal is to close the financial gap incurred by undergraduate students who meet the application criteria, and reduce the separation rates of students in the College of Engineering and the School of Architecture due to financial hardship.
How It Works
Every dollar that you give goes towards scholarships for students in the College of Engineering and the School of Architecture, with a preference for undergraduate members of Epsilon Gamma Iota, Inc. Additionally, it helps those of us who need to give charitable donations for tax purposes AND it aligns with your companies matching programs. Simply click this link , choose the Epsilon Gamma Iota Alpha Chapter Scholarship Endowment icon (Our Shield) and designate the amount you would like to give. The National Organization of Epsilon Gamma Iota will provide special gifts for those who give a minimum of $1000.
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Why am I being asked to give twice?The fiscal year for Prairie View A&M University is from September to August. This allows you to give twice (and receive company matching if applicable) and have your gifts count for two tax periods. For example, a gift in December 2018 and a gift in February 2019, will count towards your 2018 and 2019 tax deductions, PLUS both gifts count towards our initial goal of raising $25,000 for the Endowment Fund for the 2019 fiscal year.
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Are my gifts tax deductible?Yes. 100% of your gift is tax deductible. Prairie View A&M University will provide you with a receipt on PVAMU stationary.
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How do I set up my company match?Once you have made your donation, LaShonda Williams, Director of PVAMU’s Annual Fund, will work with you to complete company matching paperwork. Her email address is lrwilliams@pvamu.edu and her number is 936.261.1591.
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Will I receive special recognition for giving?Yes. Prairie View recognizes all gifts at $250 and up. Epsilon Gamma Iota, Inc. will recognize every gift at $1000 and up. Anyone who gives at the $1000 level or above is asked to send an copy of their gift receipt to nationaldirector@nab.eci1984.org.
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Who is responsible for the money I am giving?Prairie View A&M University is the holding entity for your gifts/donations. Your money goes directly to the university.
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Who do I contact for more information?If you have additional questions or need clarification on ANYTHING please contact John Nicklos II, Epsilon Gamma Iota, Inc. National Director at 832.816.7622 via phone or text. You can also email him at nationaldirector@nab.eci1984.org
Thank you for contributing to the ECI Endowment fund. Your support creates opportunities for students to fulfill their dreams! Not only are you investing in their education today, but you are expanding their options for success tomorrow.