Joyously Give is the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation’s annual day of giving that will be held on Oct. 23-24, 2026. Together, members will help celebrate 40 years of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation by making gifts that continue to elevate the influence of women in the world.

All members—collegiate and alumnae—are encouraged to participate in Joyously Give. Friends and family are also welcome to give in honor of an Alpha Sigma Alpha woman in their life. Collegiate members can join the 1901 Society with a gift of $19.01 or more and receive an exclusive 1901 dangle.

Joyously Give 2026 Matches and Challenges

Explore the special matches and challenges available throughout the campaign and help unlock additional gifts in support of the Foundation.

Friday, Oct. 23

Foundation Volunteer Impact Hour

Meredith Cheryba will contribute an additional $400 at the end of the Foundation Volunteer Impact Hour. Make a gift in honor of a past or current Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation volunteer and help recognize those who give their time and talents to support the Foundation and its mission.

Friday, Oct. 23, from 5–7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 24

Foundation Impact Hour

Nikki Kawalec will contribute an additional $250 at the end of the Foundation Impact Hour. Make a gift and share how the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation has impacted your life or why you support its mission.

Saturday, Oct. 24, from noon–1 p.m.

Presidents’ Hour

National President Nicole Allbee will contribute an additional $125 at the end of Presidents’ Hour. Make a gift in honor of a past or current collegiate or alumnae chapter president and celebrate the women whose leadership has helped shape Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Saturday, Oct. 24, from 2–3 p.m.

Challenges Available Through Noon on Saturday

These challenges open Friday, Oct. 23 and remain available until noon on Saturday, Oct. 24.

Richmond, VA Challenge

Nikkia Young will contribute an additional $150 when at least five donors with Richmond, VA, addresses make a gift to Joyously Give. Help reach the five-donor goal and unlock this additional gift.

Theta Beta Challenge

Nikkia Young will contribute an additional $150 when at least five donors make a gift through the Theta Beta Chapter donation link. Make your gift through the chapter link and help unlock this additional contribution.

Michigan Match

Sarah Urene, Rebecca Noell, Nicole Allbee, the Southeast Michigan Alumnae Chapter, Kathy Lopez and Bethany Petrous will match gifts from sisters with Michigan addresses dollar for dollar, up to a total of $875. Make your gift by the deadline to have it matched and help support the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation.

Indiana Match

Susie Smale and Linda Lineback will match gifts from sisters with Indiana addresses dollar for dollar, up to a total of $1,000. Make your gift by the deadline to have it matched and help support the Foundation.

Texas Challenge

Kathy Burke will contribute an additional $100 when at least five donors with Texas addresses make a gift to Joyously Give. Help reach the five-donor goal and unlock this additional gift.

Pennsylvania Challenge

Sue Barone will contribute an additional $250 when at least 25 donors with Pennsylvania addresses make a gift to Joyously Give. Help reach the 25-donor goal and unlock this additional gift.

Virginia Challenge

Suzanne Kilgannon will contribute an additional $125 when at least 25 donors with Virginia addresses make a gift to Joyously Give. Help reach the 25-donor goal and unlock this additional gift.

General Campaign Challenges

One-Two-Five Challenge

Shirley Hildreth will contribute an additional $1,250 when Joyously Give reaches its first 125 donations. Be one of the first 125 donors and help us reach this milestone in celebration of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

AΣA Friends Challenge

Amber Huston will contribute an additional $500 when at least 15 friends of Alpha Sigma Alpha make a donation. Friends may include spouses, children and Panhellenic friends. Donors can identify themselves as a friend when giving.

Aspire Higher Challenge

Tanya Brewer has committed an additional $1,000 to help Joyously Give reach an important fundraising milestone. Watch for campaign updates and help us reach our goal.

Yes! All donations to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. All online donors will receive an electronic receipt at the time the gift is made. Donors who give $1,000 or more throughout the calendar year are sent a summary of their annual giving for tax-purposes in January 2027. The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation’s Tax ID number is: 43-1430061.

Gifts to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation provide financial support for many of the Sorority's educational programs including Emma Coleman Frost Leadership Development Institute, National Convention & Leadership Conference, Behind Happy Faces and more.

These initiatives elevate the influence of women in the world by providing educational opportunities for all members. The Foundation also supports individual educational goals of our members by providing undergraduate and graduate scholarships.

Unless otherwise specified, gifts made through Joyously Give will benefit the Annual Fund. Gifts to the Annual Fund have the biggest impact on our organization as they allow flexibility to ensure your contribution is used where and when it is needed most. 

Make a donation and spread the word about Joyously Give through social media, text and other personal outreach. Share a celebratory post and note that you are donating to Joyously Give. Be sure to include a link to JoyouslyGive.org.

If you have additional questions regarding Joyously Give or the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, please contact Rian Blakesley at RBlakesley@alphasigmaalpha.org.