Alpha Gamma Rho - University of Florida

A L P H A G A M M A R H O • A L P H A G A M M A C H A P T E R • U N I V E R S I T Y O F F L O R I D A FALL ALPHA GAMMA Alumni News 2020 E xcitement was in the air this August as brothers took part in a COVID-19-safe groundbreaking ceremony for the new Alpha Gamma chapter house. Thank you to those who were able to attend the groundbreaking ceremony, whether it was virtually or in person! While we wish everyone could have celebrated in person together, we know you'll all be over the moon with the results of this project. Construction has begun! The foundation for the facility is being poured, concrete blocks are up, and preliminary stages of plumbing have been started. In the coming weeks and months, progress will continue to be made on our new house, and a dream many years in the making will soon become a reality! Anticipation among collegiate members and alumni is growing, and excitement for the future of the chapter is higher than ever before. Despite great progress being made, additional funds are still needed to close out Honoring Our Past, Building Our Future: The Campaign for a New Chapter House strong. Our $3.5 million goal remains incredibly important for the future of Alpha Gamma Chapter. Every additional dollar raised from here on gets us closer to this goal. Our alumni have come far and worked hard to get to this point. The project is happening, and we could not be more excited for that! From day one, we have vowed to do this project right. Your gift will make an impact on the future of Alpha Gamma Chapter at the University of Florida. With 310 donors, making up around 28% of our alumni, there are still nearly 800 brothers who have not made a contribution. We can absolutely reach our $3.5 million goal with more alumni participation. If you have not yet given, please consider using the enclosed pledge form to send in your contribution to the House Association. Gifts of every size are needed and appreciated. With the expectation for completion of the new chapter house next fall, we need all hands on deck. Please consider including Alpha Gamma Rho in your year-end giving plans. We hope that you and your loved ones have a safe and healthy holiday season! Yours in the brotherhood, W. Bernard Lester '58 Campaign Co-Chairman Edward Smoak '68 Campaign Co-Chairman Adam Putnam '92 Campaign Co-Chairman Dr. Jimmy G. Cheek '93 Honorary Campaign Chairman New Alpha Gamma Chapter House Construction Underway Additional Gifts Are Still Needed In August, brothers felt a sense of camaraderie while attending the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Alpha Gamma chapter house. To see more construction photos, visit agruf.org. Ways to give: Visit www.agruf.org Read about the project Make a pledge online (or use enclosed pledge form) Set up automatic donations online Ask about room naming opportunities

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