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Sigma Chi Fraternity
990EZ • Fiscal year 2017 • EIN 45-0194230
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Liabilities / Revenue
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Net Margin
18th percentile
Higher net margin than 18% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
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Asset Growth
16th percentile
Faster asset growth than 16% of similar nonprofits.
Revenue Growth
48th percentile
Faster revenue growth than 48% of similar nonprofits.
Balance Sheet
Assets
Down$29,110
Down $17,054 (-37%) from 2014
Net Assets
$29,110
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Liabilities
Flat$0
Flat from 2014
Revenue And Expenses
Revenue
Up$195,558
Up $2,374 (+1.2%) from 2014
Expenses
Up$214,785
Up $20,564 (+11%) from 2014
Net Income
Down-$19,227
Down $18,190 (-1754%) from 2014
Historical Trend
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Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jul 1, 2016 to Jun 30, 2017
- Signed
- Nov 14, 2017
- Return Version
- 2016v3.0
- Gross Receipts
- $195,558
Mission and Program Overview
Mission
To operate the local chapter of sigma chi fraternity beta zeta chapter at, university of north dakota, a college social fraternity. Specifically, to promote the social, intellectual, and moral development of college and university men, both members and pledges of sigma chi fraternity. To continue among graduate members the close friendship and loyalty inspired and stabilized by mutual aid and understanding. To support the education of members and outstanding scholars, to assist members in time of need, and to support selected humanitarian activities. Our organization supports numerous charitable organizations and we hold many community service events annually, such as derby days to support local charity. We also participate in krach transformational workshops each summer and hold weekly chapter meetings. We hold rush events to market our organization to potential new members.
To recruit and maintain a membership base of quality men devoted to friendship, justice and learning.
Program Services
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES ROOM AND OTHER EXPENSES TO PERFORM ITS FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES HOUSING FOR APPROXIMATELY 50 MEN. | $102,464 | - |
| Member Education and Enrichment -- Members of the Sigma Chi Fraternity are given the opportunity to take part in numerous leadership programs and experiences. These include discussions with University faculty, brotherhood retreats, executive board meetings, and many more. Additionally, all members are highly encouraged to apply to our executive board with positions including president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, recruitment chair, new member educator, and social chair among others. The opportunity to lead an organization of 100 men on our campus and in an organization with over 300,000 members internationally is both unique and rewarding. Our chapter emphasizes scholarship and leadership opportunities at the international level with annual retreats in Utah and international leadership conferences attended by over 1,500 members. | $15,095 | - |
| Networking and Alumni Support -- With chapter and international alumni in all 50 states and abroad, Sigma Chi provides our members with a vast support network for mentoring, guidance, and job/internship opportunities. Our chapter holds alumni networking events and programs to connect with members of our international organization who are no longer undergraduates. | $14,891 | - |
| Philanthropy -- Philanthropy is a key aspect of our chapter's operations. We hold and participate in numerous philanthropic events each year. Our proceeds benefit the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, The Jon Huntsman Cancer Institute, and other non-profit organizations at the local and national level. | $5,558 | - |
| Recruitment -- Our chapter holds continuous recruitment to extend our reach to the university as a whole. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, or personal creed. We strive to reach a wide and diverse range of membership on our campus. | $3,751 | - |
| New Member Education -- All new members of the organization undergo a comprehensive eight-week education program about the history, mission statement, and values of our international organization and chapter. The purpose of this education program is to develop leadership skills in future members of our organization. | $1,463 | - |
| Community Service -- Our members are encouraged to participate in community service projects throughout the year. These activities range from Habitat for Humanity to serving meals at the local soup kitchen to mentoring young men and women at schools and community centers in the local area. | - | - |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Elliot | President | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Zach Niederer | Vice President | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Steve Hoff | Secretary | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Michael Miller | Treasurer | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Peter Simon | Member Educator | PT | $0 | - | - |
Filing and Contact Details
Filer
- Filer Name
- Sigma Chi Fraternity
- EIN
- 45-0194230
- Phone
- 7012382463
- Address
- 2820 UNIVERSITY AVE, GRAND FORKS, ND 58203
Signing Officer
- Name
- Peter Simon
- Title
- Member Educator
- Signed
- 2017-11-14
- Discuss with paid preparer
- Yes
Preparer
- Firm
- Shirts Motz & Boyd CPAs
- Address
- 447 West Myrtle Street, Boise, ID 83702
- Preparer
- Samuel T Boyd CPA
- Phone
- 2083381041
Supplemental Narrative
Additional Explanations
Other Expenses.1
“National fraternity dues $20300”
Other Expenses.2
“Leadership programs $15095”
Other Expenses.3
“NETWORKING EVENTS $14891”
Other Expenses.4
“Repairs and maintenance $14106”
Other Expenses.5
“UTILITIES $10058”
Other Expenses.6
“Room and board supplies $6291”
Other Expenses.7
“Charitable donations $5558”
Other Expenses.8
“UNIVERSITY DUES $5500”
Other Expenses.9
“BANK CHARGES $3932”
Other Expenses.10
“New member recruitment $3751”
Other Expenses.11
“MISCELLANEOUS $2501”
Other Expenses.12
“New member education $1463”
Other Expenses.13
“OFFICER EXPENSES $759”
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2017 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $29,110
- Liabilities
- $0
- Net assets
- $29,110
- Revenue
- $195,558
- Expenses
- $214,785
- Net income
- -$19,227