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Who is Delta Chi?

“Delta Chi believes in developing the whole person and helping our men become better people, not just better Delta Chis, who are committed to making an impact on the world around them. We cultivate inclusive environments for any person who self-identifies as a man who reflects and lives our values promoting friendship, developing character, advancing justice and assisting in the acquisition of a sound education. It’s through these values that our members become men of action and grow to become the best version of themselves while living, leading and growing each day with integrity.”

What is the V Foundation?

The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and legendary basketball coach Jim Valvano with one goal in mind: to achieve Victory Over Cancer®. The V Foundation was built on the dream that cancer can be defeated. Your gift will help us make that dream a reality. The V Foundation has funded over $353 million in cancer research grants nationwide through a competitive process strictly supervised by a world-class Scientific Advisory Committee. Of that, more than $84 million has been awarded to groundbreaking pediatric cancer research.

Can I create a fundraising page for FREE? 

Yes! All participants can create a fundraising page for free.

IS THERE A FUNDRAISING MINIMUM? 

No. However, all registrants wishing to participate in the Bracket Challenge will need to donate $10 or more to receive the link to our official Delta Chi group.

Where does the money go? 

Funds raised will support the best cancer research. Grants are awarded through a highly competitive process led by a prestigious Scientific Advisory Committee. The committee ensures only projects with the most potential for success are funded.

Do I need to be a member of Delta Chi to be eligible for prizes?

Yes. To be in the running to win any prizes, you must be a collegiate or alumni member of Delta Chi.

How do I know which ESPN group to join?

After making your $10 minimum donation, you will receive an email with a link to the official Delta Chi group on ESPN. If you donate prior to ESPN starting the challenge – you will receive a link when available.

How do Matching Gifts work?  

By participating in our Matching Gift Program (where many companies match employee donations), you can double your impact to the V Foundation without giving a dollar more! Click here to find out more.

What logos can I use for my fundraising efforts?

Fundraisers are permitted to use the logos provided in the Delta Chi Bracket Challenge Toolkit located in your participant center.

Are donations tax-deductible?

Yes! All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Can I give out tax receipts to my donors?

The V Foundation will issue IRS-compliant charitable tax acknowledgements for all donations made to the V Foundation. Please do not provide any kind of tax acknowledgements to your donors.

I received a check or money order. Where do I mail it?

Checks and money orders should be made payable to the V Foundation and be accompanied by the Offline Donation or Money Order Form that can be downloaded from your participant center. Please mail to:

the V Foundation
Attn: Delta Chi Bracket Challenge
14600 Weston Parkway
Cary, NC 27513

Can I mail in cash?

No. Please do not mail cash. If donors who have given cash contributions would like a gift acknowledgment for tax purposes, cash should be converted to a money order or a cashier’s check. Use the Money Order Form found in the participant center to list the money order amount, donor names and addresses, along with correlating gift amounts. A personal check may not be used for requesting individual tax acknowledgments for multiple donors.

What if I receive a check that has been made payable to me?

If your donor wants to receive a tax deduction for the gift, they will need to write a new check and make it payable to the V Foundation. Or you may cash the check and convert into a money order or cashier’s check, using the Money Order Form found in the participant center. If your donor does not need to receive a tax deduction for the contribution, you can endorse the back of the check as shown below and mail with the Offline Donation Form.

Your signature here
For deposit only to the account of the V Foundation.

How long will it take for an offline donation to be added to my fundraiser?

If a donation has been mailed to the V Foundation but has not been credited to your fundraising total within three weeks, please email deltachi@v.org. Please note, all donations will be shown publicly unless noted on the offline donation form.

How do I sign into my fundraising page?

Click here, and then click on the login button at the top right corner of the page. Then enter your email and password.