The Society for the Preservation of Greek Housing
- Originated at the University of Illinois in 1988.
- Public Foundation status, 501 (c) 3, since 1992.
- The Society is independent and separate from the University.
- Goal is to educate public about the historical and architectural significance of the fraternity and sorority houses and preserve and document the unique architecture of these houses.
- Awards grants based upon health and safety code requirements, major structural rehabilitation or restoration, and interior or exterior rehabilitation or restoration.
- Over $3 million awarded in grants to date for preservation and renovation of chapter houses.
- Contributions are tax-deductible to donors for approved projects.
- Opportunity for foundation to foundation transfers for approved grants as Alpha Tau Omega, Delta Tau Delta, and Sigma Chi have done through their foundations.
- Initiation fee for membership into the Society is $600, new member annual dues is $300 (years 1-5), sustaining member annual dues are $150 (year 5 and above).
- Service charge per donation to the Society ranges from 3% to ½% dependant upon donation size.
- Grants could possibly be awarded for:
- Restoration of building facade or roof
- Rehabilitation of first floor public spaces
- Concealed sprinkler and alarm systems
- Bathroom renovations
- Kitchen fire suppression equipment
- Boilers and heating systems
- Enclosed egress stairways
- Authenticated landscape restoration
- Porch and patio rehabilitation or restoration
- All work must follow the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation
- Grants would probably not be awarded for:
- Movable furniture, equipment, carpets, etc.
- Kitchen stoves, refrigerators, etc.
- Air conditioning systems
- Housing or recreational additions
- Aluminum replacement windows
- Parking lots
Contact the Society at 217.353.5252, e-mail info@spghfoundation.org, or visit www.spgh-foundation.org.
