Philanthropy & Community Service

The men of Phi Sigma Kappa are committed to giving back to the community we live. Each semester, we host and promote events that contribute to DeKalb and NIU community organizations.  We donate our time and our funds to make lives better.  Below is a list of organizations we donated our time and resources over the past year.  To learn more about the our philanthropy and community service opportunities please contact our philanthropy chairman, at philanthropy@pskniu.org

DeKalb Area Organizations/Causes we donated our time and resources to this past year

• Egyptian Theater
• United Way
• St. Mary's Church
• Kite Fest
• Corn Fest-Chamber of Commerce
• YMCA
• Salvation Army
• Oak Crest Senior Center
• Hope Haven Women's Shelter
• American Red Cross
• March of Dimes - March for Babies
• Special Olympics
• Walk-A-Thon (Handicap organization)
• NIU Cares (DeKalb Area / Campus Clean Up)

OUR NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Special Olympics International was chosen by delegates to the 55th General Convention as the international service project of Phi Sigma Kappa.

Special Olympics is an international program of year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with mental retardation. Its goal is for all persons with mental retardation to have the chance to become useful and productive citizens who are accepted and respected in their communities. The benefits of participation in Special Olympics for people with mental retardation include improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater self-confidence, a more positive self-image, friendships and increased family support.

Founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Special Olympics operates in 95 percent of all the counties in the United States, hosting more than 15,000 events in schools, centers, and cities at the local, area and chapter level. A state directory is provided for your convenience.

Special Olympics has favorable name recognition with 98% of the United States public and its events are covered by 72 percent of all newspapers and television stations. Of 96 non-profit organizations ranked by respondents of a recent poll, Special Olympics was viewed at the most credible charity.

Phi Sigma Kappa has aligned itself with an organization which is sure to provide lifetime opportunities for both undergraduates and alumni. Programming ideas are endless.