One of the most sought after answers by collegiate members deals with where their dollars go once given to the Offices of the Grand Chapter. To keep Tau Kappa Epsilon financially stable and provide the best service per dollar, provisions need to be made for a myriad of fraternity functions. Being the world’s largest college social fraternity has its challenges, but TKE has always exceeded expectations thanks to great budgeting and hard work by the entire professional staff and an amazing group of volunteers.
Thirty men and women and a few thousand volunteers are charged with making the fraternity experience of more than 11,000 undergraduates and 220,000 living alumni the highest caliber possible. Below is the breakdown of TKE Expenses.
Functions of the FraternityAdministration Costs - Office supplies, the home for the Offices of the Grand Chapter, salaries and benefits for professional staff, and overall operations of the Fraternity are included in this category.
Chapter & Member Services - The Fraternal Services staff and others on the professional staff make an effort to visit every chapter and colony in the TKE Nation. They do this to assist in solving problems, helping with recruitment, educating officers, and help meet all of the chapter and TKE Nation goals.
Communication & Volunteer Support - In a world where the speed of technological advances and communication keeps increasing, it is vital to have a solid foundation in this area. From a membership database to the website and beyond, TKE seeks to offer the best virtual experience possible. The TEKE Magazine, Recruitment Supplies and Marketing Materials, Social Networking, Website, Crisis Communication Plan and Press Relations are just a handful of services provided in the Communication & Marketing Department. In addition, volunteer and alumni support require vigilant effort to keep the membership informed of the past, present and future of TKE. A talented team of staff and contractors help make the fraternity’s presence felt for every member and the rest of the world.
Insurance & Risk Management - A Fraternity is very expensive to insure, primarily because of risk management situations. From basic incidents to lawsuits, the organization needs to be covered in the unfortunate time when a problem occurs. Things like Crisis Communication, TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), Response Ability (Preventing Bystander Behavior) and other Risk Management Education are offered to keep you and your guests safe.
Life Loyal Teke - The Life Loyal Teke Program is a way to reaffirm the commitment you made as a collegiate member joining TKE. When a Frater enrolls in the Life Loyal Teke program he receives lifetime communication from the Fraternity. Moreover, each Life Loyal's individual chapter is strengthened through funds earmarked by the TEF. Receptions and other functions are also offered to LLTs.
Programming - Conclave, Regional Leadership Conferences, the Charles R. Walgreen TKE Leadership Academy, the William V. Muse Alumni Volunteer Academy and The Blueprint programs are all included under this vital tool in Tau Kappa Epsilon. There are also several smaller functions that assist the Fraternity to increase involvement (collegiate and alumni), better themselves personally and professionally, network and much more.
The reality is everything costs something, but Tau Kappa Epsilon is an investment in both today and tomorrow. You are helping continue a tradition of brotherhood not seen in the fraternal world and ensuring it will be here forever. At the Offices of the Grand Chapter, we want to help you succeed in every phase of life and it’s why we work here. It’s not about the money or the glory; it’s about bettering your fellow Frater. The member fees go right back into making your experience memorable, worthwhile, and something you’ll carry with you forever.
The answer to the question of where your money goes is You.
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