Resources

General
Resources in this section can provide you with general knowledge of chapter operations.
Birkman Method – Managing Chapter Stress and Conflict Resources
How to Access Online Educational Programs and – mysigmapi.org – Resources
List of Vendors and Partners

Organizational Policies, Philosophies, and Manuals
Resources in this section outline several key organization tools and information.
Chapter Officer Manual
Procedure Manual
Fraternity Policies
Philosophy Regarding Alcohol
Philosophy Regarding Hazing
Philosophy Regarding Illegal Drugs & Other Controlled Substances
Philosophy Regarding Sexual Misconduct, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence & Stalking
Relationship Between Sigma Pi Fraternity International and Chapters.docx
Robert’s Rules of Order

Membership Education
Resources in this section can provide you with tools and resources around the educational programs of the Fraternity.
Sigma Pi Manual
Bayard Membership Experience Facilitator/Activity Guide
Bayard Membership Experience Accompanying Guide
Instructions for Pulling Course Completion Reports (PlaidLMS)
Creating Accounts Through Your Membership Portal (PlaidLMS)
Resolving Technological Issues

Reporting
Resources in this section can provide you with an understanding of reporting structure and how to properly submit various reports.
How to Submit Reports
Quarterly Report
Membership Status Report
Incident Report
Anonymous Policy Violation Report
Volunteer Term Report
Volunteer Evaluation
Pre-Province Archon Workshop Form
Province Archon Workshop Reimbursement Form
Event Marketing Request Form
Alumni House Corporation Annual Certification
Chapter Workbook Template
A Year in the Life (Chapter)
A Year in the Life (Alumni Club)
Introduction to OmegaOne Tutorial
Introduction to Vault Tutorial
How to Update Chapter Officers
How to Add/Edit Vault Users
How to Add Chapter Contacts in Vault
New Member and Initiation Reporting
Alumni Initiate Reporting
How to Update Chapter Rosters
Introduction to Vault Bill Pay Tutorial (Register to View Recording)
How to Add a Bill in Vault
How to Add Transactions in Vault
How to Add a Transfer in Vault

Volunteers
Resources in this section can provide you with knowledge on becoming a volunteer and the benefits of being an alumni.
Chapter/Colony Advisor Manual
Province Archon Manual
Volunteer Code of Conduct
How to Access Online Educational Resources, mysigmapi.org Resources, Google Drive Resources, and Reporting Forms
Alumni Advisory Board Packet
Chapter Educational Fund Information
Chapter Educational Fund Disbursement Request

Alumni Clubs
Resources in this section offer tools to help you launch and have success as an alumni club.
Alumni Club/Association Manual
Benefits of Being Chartered Alumni Club/Association
Requirements for Establishment
Area Guidelines
Development Guidelines
How to Host an Information Meeting
Sample Dues Structure
Sample Alumni Association Bylaws
Submitting Your Petition
Alumni Association Chartering Checklist
Forming an Alumni Association
Sample Organizational Meeting Agenda
Volunteer Recruitment Guidelines
Organization Your Alumni Association
Sample Position Description – Director of Membership
Sample Position Description – Director of Communications
Sample Position Description – Director of Events
Sample Position Description – Director of Fundraising and Philanthropy

Marketing
Resources in this section offer methods to promote your chapter, and the great things that you do on your campus and in your community.
Brand Standards
Logos and Icons
Social Media Best Practices
Press Release Guidelines
Creating a Press Release
National Event Photo Albums
National Video Content

Crisis Management
Resources in this section will give you the guidance you need around crises that may arise in your chapter.
Crisis Management Poster
Crisis Management Card
Media Protocols

Recruitment
Resources in this section will give you in-depth knowledge to aid your chapter in it’s recruitment efforts.
Preparing and Implementing a Plan for Recruitment during Covid-19
A Guide to Grow Your Chapter
Mind Joggers – Adding to a Names List (Phired Up)
Tabling for Fraternity Recruitment (Phired Up)
Digital Recruitment Resources (Phired Up)
Names List and Key Drivers in Fraternity Recruitment (Phired Up)
101 Small Activities (Phired Up)
1 on 1 Meeting Tutorial (Phired Up)
“Chunking” Guide (Phired Up)
Pre-Close and Quality Responses (Phired Up)
How to Give a Bid (Phired Up)
Recruitment Committee Meeting Structure (Phired Up)
Phired Up Certified Recruiter Guide
Chapter Builder

Financials
Resources in this section will guide you through best practices for your chapter’s finances.
Sample Chapter Budget
Five Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Budgeting Fraternity Chapters
Fast Facts about Fraternity Resources(OmegaFi)
Download a Chapter Budget Checklist (OmegaFi)
Receive Access to video “How to: Build a Budget from Scratch” (OmegaFi)
How to Get Brothers to Pay Their Dues (The Fraternity Advisor)

Event Planning
Resources in this section will help you understand planning and the importance of a properly organized event.
BYOB Checklist (Holmes Murphy)
Security Vendor Checklist (Holmes Murphy)
What Constitutes and Event? (Holmes Murphy)
Considerations for Hosting Events (Holmes Murphy)
Building A Guest List (Holmes Murphy)
Conference Prevention and Emergency Planning (Holmes Murphy)
Contract Template for Hiring Third-Party Vendor (Holmes Murphy)
Designated Driver Programs (Holmes Murphy)
Event Monitor Resource (Holmes Murphy)
Event Planning Guide (Holmes Murphy)
Fundraisers/Third Party Venue Events (Holmes Murphy)
Holmes Murphy Fraternal Practice Prevention Calendar (Holmes Murphy)
Special Event Insurance Coverage (Holmes Murphy)
Spring Break (Holmes Murphy)

House Corporations and Chapter Property
Resources in this section will help you manage a house corporation, as well as prepare and maintain your chapter property.
Alumni House Corporation Annual Certification
Chapter Property Inspection Process
Chapter House Summer Break Checklist
Chapter House Winter Break Checklist
Chapter House Reopening Guidelines
Preparing and Implementing a Plan for your Greek Residence for a Return to Campus During Covid-19 (by PGS Ed Levesque)
Chapter Housing Budget
Corporation Budgeting
Professional Property Management
Relationship Between the Chapter and House Corporation
Sample Chapter House Bylaws
Sample Chapter Room Inspection and Security Deposit Calculation Sheet
Sample House Rules
Annual Financial Report
Chapter House Operation & Condition Standards Self-Evaluation Form
New Member Housing Commitment
Sample House Corporation and Chapter Lease
Sample Membership Contract
Securing The Chapter House for Summer Vacation
Securing The Chapter House for Winter Break
Starting A House Corporation

Health and Safety
Resources in this section will prepare you for all health and safety needs, whether that be understanding policies or education on prevention plans for situations you may face.
Insurance and Claims Manual (Holmes Murphy)
Bystander Intervention (Holmes Murphy)
Bystander Resources (Holmes Murphy)
101 Non-Hazing Activities (Holmes Murphy)
Resource and Planning Guide (HazingPrevention.org)
Fire Safety (Holmes Murphy)
Sprinkler Head Guards (Holmes Murphy)
Top Ten Sprinkler Tips (Holmes Murphy)
Poster – Mask Requirement
Poster – Handwashing
Ritual Contingency Plan

Philanthropy
Resources in this section will help you better understand the mission and values behind our national philanthropies.
Donate Life – Frequently Asked Questions
Donate Life – Local Contacts
Donate Life – Things You Can Do
Donate Life – Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Statistics
Donate Life – Types of Donations

Mental Health
Resources in this section can provide you with tools and resources around mental health and personal well-being.
Sigma Pi Ulifeline
Mental Health – Suicide Facts
Top Mental Health Challenges Facing Students
Amazing Day’s Suggested Resources
Mental Health – Navigating Issues in College: A Comprehensive Guide
Brochure – Bonds of Brotherhood (Printable)
Handout Cards – Bonds of Brotherhood (Printable)

Starting a Chapter
Resources in this section will give you the information and guidance you need to establish a new chapter of the Fraternity.
Establishing an Interest Group Information Packet 
Volunteer Collaborated Interest Group Requirements
Chartering Manual 

Estate Planning
Resources in this section include information on estate planning from our partners at Freewill.
Freewill – Attorney Letter
Freewill – Blog

Webinars
Resources in this section include key webinars from within the fraternal industry.
Introduction to OmegaOne Tutorial – (OmegaFi)
Event Management: What You Need to Know About Postponing and Cancelling Events – (CharityHowTo)
Staying in Touch and Navigating Remote Operations – (NIC)
Using Crises to Refine Strategy Supporting Your Fraternity/Sorority Councils – (NIC)
Connecting Through Closures and Chaos – (NIC)
Leveraging Your Board: Smart Decision-Making During the COVID-19 Response
Vault Tutorial – (OmegaFi)
PhiredUp – Certified Recruiter Training Information – Volunteers – (Sigma Pi Staff)
PhiredUp – Certified Recruiter Training Information – Undergraduates – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Sigma Pi Officer Training – Session 1 – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Sigma Pi Officer Training – Session 2 – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Sigma Pi Volunteer Training – Session 1 – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Sigma Pi Volunteer Training – Session 2 – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Bayard Membership Experience – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Volunteer Virtual Summit – Welcome and State of the Fraternity – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Volunteer Virtual Summit – Legislative Updates – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Volunteer Virtual Summit – Housing and Zoning Issues – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Volunteer Virtual Summit – Conduct Process and How it is Evolving – (Sigma Pi Staff)
Volunteer Virtual Summit – Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures Update – (Sigma Pi Staff)