Living our values
A
s we preserve our past, drawing from it will ensure a glowing future. Scholarship and philanthropy have always been
values promoted by our brotherhood and reinforced from one generation of Mu to the next. By recommitting ourselves
to these values, we will be a stronger alumni organization with a dedicated purpose based on our founding principles.
The financial burdens of attending Colgate continue to spiral upward. The most recognizable sign of the increasing
costs of education at Colgate is the 44% increase in tuition over the past 10 years. In addition, the costs of Greek
membership are increasing. We believe in the value of our Mu experience and our Colgate education. We recognize
that Mu's future is dependent on Colgate's success. With your help, the Mu of DKE Foundation aims to support the
Colgate community as follows.
Scholarship Endowment
• Academic scholarships to support Colgate students and recent Mu alumni
• Community project grants to individuals and groups for philanthropic endeavors in Hamilton, NY
• Greek scholarships to promote and support a strong Greek system at Colgate (e.g., scholarships to subsidize
dues for Colgate women who would not otherwise be able to join recognized sororities or funding to support
undergraduate educational programming for members of recognized Greek organizations)
• Members of the Colgate community will apply for scholarships through our website (www.mudke.org) and the
scholarship committee of the Mu of DKE Foundation will recommend awards and recipients to be approved by
the Foundation Board
Through the process of forming relationships and building goodwill by supporting Colgate students and the Hamilton
community, we will also be strengthening our brotherhood and ensuring a unified and engaged alumni organization.
Project Cost
Temple Restoration and Renovation
$700,000
Property Endowment
$1,300,000
Scholarship Endowment
$1,300,000
Total $3,300,000
For preliminary discussion purposes only.
Subject to change.
