The Crescent Fall 2020

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STRONGER Sisters who donated into the Foundation’s

Loyalty Grant Program helped 60 collegians impacted by COVID-19

Life is messy. It can throw one unforeseen curveball after another in anyone’s path at any time, which can make moving forward seem impossible. Understanding this, the Gamma Phi Beta Foundation created the Loyalty Grants Program. When members donate into this program, they provide immediate funds to other members experiencing sudden and extreme financial challenges created by a health crisis, natural disaster or other unexpected life circumstances.

year with a focus to help collegiate women impacted by COVID-19. Five days after the applications went live, the Committee received a staggering 261 requests from members seeking financial assistance. The Committee successfully provided 60 collegians with grants, supporting them with continuing their education during this unprecedented time. While many sisters received help through the Loyalty Grants Program, there are still hundreds more that could benefit from it. If you are able to help a sister, please visit GammaPhiBeta.org/Donate and select Loyalty Grants.

Coronavirus has and continues to impact people across the globe, including our members and their families. Hoping to alleviate some stress, the Grants Committee opened Loyalty Grants applications earlier this

Don’t forget to visit GammaPhiBeta.org/Foundation each month to view updated Memorial Gifts and In Celebration pages!

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