Swing-a-thon

Hey all

I got this idea from one of my sisters. Next weekend, October 23rd-24th, Sigma Kappa Sorority, here at Culver-Stockton, is holding our annual Swing-a-Thon! What is Swing-a-thon? It is one of our fundraisers for our major philanthropies, Alzheimer's Disease Research and Gerontology (the study of aging). We have a swing on our back porch and for 36 hours there will be a Sigma Kappa sitting on that swing. In the past we have asked for donations to get us to sit in the swing, but now it usually comes from our own pockets, because we are required to sit for at least one hour. All the money goes to the Sigma Kappa Foundation for Alzheimer's Disease Research.

This time one of my sisters had an idea and I am going to try it too. I am going to ask all of you to participate as well by donating money to the cause! I have already signed up for an hour on the swing, but there are still spots open! If you would like to see me sit on the swing for more than an hour, of if you just want to help us out please donate money! Please do not feel obligated to donate, but if you are interested, I would be greatly appreciative.

To give you an idea of how much fun we have with Swing-a-thon, let me tell you a bit more. Remember there has to be a Sigma Kappa on the swing for 36 hours, which means even through the night. Some of the best shifts are the ones around 3 am. Also with the cold weather setting in it is a great time to snuggle under blankets with hot chocolate and sisters! There are also times that some of the fraternity guys will come and make us the hot chocolate or play football or just keep us company while we sit on the swing. It is a fun experience and for a great cause.

So, if you feel led to donate money to help Alzheimer's Disease Research, please send a check, made out to Sigma Kappa Sorority, to the following address:

Sigma Kappa Sorority

MSC #122

1 College Hill

Canton, MO 63435

Please write SWING-A-THON in the memo. You can also send cash to the address, if you feel comfortable doing so.

Thank You !

Don't forget to leave a comment if you are sending money, so that I have enough time to sign up for more time.

Hey all

Ok I need some help. Our school does this fundraiser called Up 'til Dawn. It is for St. Judes Hospital. What we do is send letters out to friends and family asking for donations. We know that times are tough right now, but they are tougher for these kids and thier families. We figure that even the smallest amount will help. Even if it is just spare change. The reason I'm puting this out there is that I am supposed to get a list of names and address to send letters to. I was wondering if any of you would consider helping. If so please send me your address. You can either comment here or send it to anoelkay@gmail.com. Thank you for any one willing to help.