Named after SigEp’s Hoop of Steel Senior Charge, the Hoop of Steel Society is Sigma Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation’s annual giving program exclusively for undergraduate members.

Each year, the Hoop of Steel Society announces their cause at the Carlson Leadership Academies and undergraduate brothers can join by making a gift of $19.01 or more.

This is a unique way for undergraduates to learn about the Educational Foundation and have an opportunity to fund resources that will further their SigEp experience.

Giving Council

The Hoop of Steel Society Giving Council is a group of chapter leaders who are passionate about the experience they share with you and want to work to improve it. You can expect to hear from these men throughout the coming months via email and social media.

If you're interested in joining the Giving Council, contact us at hoss@sigep.net.

Recognition & Incentives

When you join the Hoop of Steel Society at Carlson, you will receive:

• The Hoop of Steel Society pin
• Limited edition SigEp screw-top water bottle

Chapters that raise at least $500 by March 31 will:

• Be entered into a drawing to win an additional $1,000 for your chapter's endowment.

Chapters that have 100% participation will:

• Receive a curved glass award at the Carlson Leadership Academy 

All brothers that join the Hoop of Steel Society will be listed in the next annual report alongside the Fraternity's most generous donors and receive exclusive communications from SigEp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when I join?
When you join with your gift of $19.01 or more at the Carlson Leadership Academy, you will receive the Hoop of Steel Society pin and limited edition SigEp screw-top water bottle.

All brothers that join the Hoop of Steel Society will be listed in SigEp's next annual report alongside the Fraternity's most generous donors and receive exclusive communications from SigEp.

How much should I give?
In honor of SigEp’s founding year, you can make a gift of $19.01 or more!

What if I joined last year?
Thank you for joining last year! Your gift means a lot to SigEp. Please know that the Hoop of Steel Society is an annual giving society. To remain a member, you have to make a gift of at least $19.01 each year.

What impact will I make?
Each year, the Hoop of Steel Society Giving Council determines the cause for the Hoop of Steel Society.

In 2016, undergraduates chose to fund the innovative BMP App.

In 2017, undergraduates chose to fund Chapter Sites.

In 2018, all gifts will go to each brother's specific Chapter Leadership Endowment, which allow future brothers in the chapter to attend programs like the Carlson Leadership Academy.

When do I receive my HOSS pin and SigEp water bottle?
If you join the HOSS at Carlson, you'll receive both your pin and bottle there. If you weren't able to attend Carlson, you can still join the HOSS. 

Questions? Contact hoss@sigep.net.