Beta Theta Pi - The Ohio State University

BQP THETA DELTA DRAGON Beta Theta Pi at The Ohio State University • Fall 2020 A s we endure a time of uncertainty, it's important now more than ever to come together as brothers to ensure Beta Theta Pi's future at The Ohio State University. The Beta values that helped us transform from young men into today's leaders will continue to provide a solid foundation for Theta Delta, and we owe it to future generations of brothers to secure that legacy. Ask yourself: Where would I be without Beta Theta Pi? Integrity and Responsible Conduct Since the Return to Principles: The Campaign for Theta Delta launched in 2016, we've seen the Chapter make great strides in its return to The Ohio State University. We are proud to call our active members brothers and we are confident in the direction our brotherhood has been heading over the last four years. We know the undergraduate brothers are growing from boys into Men of Principle and upholding Beta's reputation at the University and within the Columbus community. Teamwork Is Necessary Our challenge now is to finish this campaign strong and raise the remaining $247,128 to properly fund our Chapter House and help ensure future financial success for the House Corporation and building fund. Thanks to 158 generous Theta Delta alumni, we've raised more than 90% of our campaign goal. However, these gentlemen only comprise 12% of our alumni base. The average Greek capital campaign sees double that in alumni participation. Imagine what we could achieve if twice as many brothers joined in this historic effort to secure the future of Theta Delta Chapter. Intellect and Trust When you look back on your time at Theta Delta Chapter, I hope you recall how your Beta brothers helped you achieve academic excellence and succeed in college and beyond. You trusted your brothers to look after you and hold you accountable to become the best version of yourself—brothers who also encouraged you to do what's best for the greater good of our brotherhood and our community. That's an experience worth supporting for future generations. The Power of the Brotherhood I believe in this brotherhood, and I have faith that we can still reach our $4 million campaign goal. Now, I ask you to dig a little deeper if you can, or review the donor list in this newsletter and reach out to a brother who has yet to give and encourage him to support this worthy cause. From each of our individual Beta experiences, we know the power of the brotherhood, and we know when we come together as brothers, we can achieve more. We all have the power to make a difference for Theta Delta, and I hope brothers who have yet to take the leap and support this campaign will donate today. The more we do now, the better our organization will be in the future. We are all a part of Theta Delta's history, and I am confident that we can all do our part to ensure its future. Yours in _kai_, Dominic Bagnoli '85 Campaign Chairman (330) 284-9008 | dbagnoli@usacs.com Return to Principles Campaign Deadline Extended—Make Your Gift by December 31! Additional Alumni Support Needed to Reach $4 Million Campaign Goal Want to Make a Tax-Deductible Donation? We are accepting gifts and pledge of $5,000 or more to the Beta Theta Pi Foundation. This is a great way to: • donate appreciated securities, • donate from your IRA, • take advantage of your company's gift matching program, or • simply make a tax-deductible gift. The enclosed pledge form allows you to designate the Beta Theta Pi Foundation for your pledge. You may also mail in a check with this pledge form and envelope and we will ensure it gets sent to the Foundation. If you're interested in donating appreciated securities, or if you have other questions about giving to the Beta Theta Pi Foundation, please reach out to our communications coordinator at hneth@penningtonco.com. There are additional benefits to tax- deductible giving this year with the CARES Act. We encourage you to review the benefits and how it may apply to you. Please consult your tax advisor for further information. W hat a semester it has been so far for the men of the Theta Delta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi! From moving to online classes to the Big 10 making four different decisions on a football schedule, all of us have had an incredibly fun time even in the craziest of times. MAKING A SAFE RETURN Theta Delta Chapter Reunites on Campus for Unique Fall Semester (Continued on page 2)

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