Introducing the KΩT Future Generations Campaign
KΩT has made an impact on countless lives through its commitment to friendship, tradition, and service. To ensure that we continue to thrive and support future generations, we are launching the KΩT Future Generations Campaign - a centralized fundraising effort to secure the continued growth and excellence of our brotherhood.
This aim of this campaign is to grow the C. Alton and Patricia B. Hassell Kappa Omega Tau Excellence Fund (“Hassell Fund”). Distributions from this endowed fund will underwrite our participation in traditions such as Sing, Float, campus events, and service projects.
This first-of-its-kind, all-out capital campaign will allow alumni, family, and friends to contribute and ensure KΩT’s financial stability into perpetuity. By raising an unprecedented amount of capital, we will guarantee that KΩT remains competitive and excellent in all that we do.
As we look forward to initiating our 2,000th member in the spring of 2025, we invite you to join us in securing financial prosperity for future generations of KΩT and upholding our standard of excellence. We cannot do this without you!
What is the Hassell Fund?
Tax-deductible endowment
Managed by Baylor University
Guaranteed 4% annual distribution
Set up by KΩT’s faculty sponsor
Established in 2021
Supports KΩT’s participation in campus activities & traditions
What does the fund support?
Every year, we devote countless hours to building a float for Baylor’s Homecoming parade in October. We recently earned 1st Place in the 2024 Homecoming Float competition with our spirited “Santa Claws Workshop.”
Float
KΩT produces a 7-minute Broadway-style performance for the annual All-University Sing Competition in February. This past spring, we earned our 21st 1st Place act with “Sweet Gingerbread Man.”
Sing
Campus Traditions
We will host the 58th annual Christmas on Fifth tree lighting ceremony this December, continuing our tradition of bringing joy to Baylor during the holidays. Profits from this campus-wide event go directly to our philanthropy, Unbound.
The men of KΩT serve Baylor and the greater Waco community every Saturday morning. This includes home building, food drives, trash pickups, furniture moves, lawn care, and more.
Service
FOUR WAYS TO GIVE
1. GIVE ONLINE
You may give online or set up recurring payments. Payments by credit card and direct bank withdrawal are accepted. Give through our online payment system here.
2. CASH OR CHECK
If you prefer to donate physically, you may mail any cash or checks (made out to: Baylor University: KΩT Hassell Fund) to the following address.
University Advancement
One Bear Place #97050
Waco, Texas 76798-7050
3. STOCK TRANSFER
To contribute a gift of stock, please download and return the following form.
4. ESTATE GIFTS
Consult with an attorney to make any necessary changes to your estate plan.
Contacts
Financial FAQs
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KΩT operates with around $200,000 - $225,000 per academic year.
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Our budget supports Float, Sing/Pigskin, Rush, Service, On-Campus Activities, Social Activities, Parents’ Weekend, Alumni Weekend, Mission Trip, and Christmas on 5th. Contact Treasurer Caleb Vanzant for further inquiries at caleb_vanzant1@baylor.edu.
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The Hassell Fund’s fair market value is around $75,000.
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Current dues are $600 for active members and $700 for new members.
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KΩT offers the David K. Stephens Scholarship for Service Leadership and the Dr. Robert G. Packard Kappa Omega Tau Scholarship.