Questions and Answers
Below you will find answers to many common questions about GivingTuesday 2026.
What is GivingTuesday?
GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following (U.S.) Thanksgiving, GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving.
2026 marks Theta Foundation's 11th year celebrating GivingTuesday, and nearly $1.5 million has been raised since 2018 to empower Thetas for generations through the Theta Forever Fund!
What is the Theta Forever Fund?
The Theta Forever Fund represents unrestricted monetary donations to Theta Foundation. Just as Theta Foundation has existed to support the goals and dreams of Thetas since 1960, it continues to facilitate resources and programs to provide even more opportunities to more Thetas. The Theta Forever Fund helps ensure the Theta experience lives on for future generations.
How does the Theta Forever Fund support members?
Unrestricted donations to the Theta Forever Fund support Theta's educational, leadership, and philanthropic programs, including the Fraternity Grant, to ensure the Theta experience exists for generations of members to come.
Is my gift to Theta Foundation tax-deductible?
Yes! Theta Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable and educational nonprofit organization. All donations on GivingTuesday are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of U.S. law. You will receive a receipt for your donation to the email you included on your donation form.
Can I make an honor or memorial gift on GivingTuesday?
Due to the increased giving activity and engagement on GivingTuesday, it is the only day of the year that Theta Foundation is unable to process honor/memorial gifts for donors. Your ability to make an honor/memorial gift will resume on Wednesday, Dec. 2.
Can I mail in a check instead or give over the phone?
Absolutely! Make your check payable to Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation and mail it to 8740 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Please include "GivingTuesday 2026" in the memo line of your check.
To give over the phone, call 1-800-526-1870.
How can I talk to a staff member about my gift?
Theta Foundation staff are available for the duration of GivingTuesday to talk with you. Please call 1-800-526-1870 or email fdnmail@kappaalphatheta.org.
Still have questions?
Contact us at fdnmail@kappaalphatheta.org