Sigma members and friends of nursing create a philanthropic community making an investment in the future of nursing through a recurring gift in one of the Heritage Society donor categories. Heritage Society donors celebrate their philanthropy through a fellowship celebration, recognition opportunities, and regular updates about the impact of their investment in nursing.
Donation Levels
Heritage Society donation* may be paid in full or over time with an easy pledge payment schedule:
Gift of US $10,000
Established to honor the beloved and esteemed Virginia Avenel Henderson (1897-1996), the Virginia Henderson Fellowship has been a favorite giving program for hundreds of Sigma members and friends of nursing. To become a Virginia Henderson Fellow, pledge US $2,000 annually—US $166 per month—for five consecutive years, payable on a schedule that meets your needs, or make a one-time cash donation of US $10,000.
Gift of US $20,000
To become a Sigma Theta Tau Fellow, pledge US $4,000 annually—US $333 per month—for five consecutive years, payable on a schedule that meets your needs, or make a one-time cash gift of US $20,000.
Planned gift of US $50,000
In appreciation of past Sigma President Dr. Billye Brown’s efforts to support and sustain the organization’s future, individuals who register planned gifts valued at US $50,000 are recognized at this level. Up to 10% of the gift may be designated for one or more chapters.
Gift of US $50,000
To become a member of the Philanthropic Caring Society, pledge US $10,000 a year for five consecutive years or make a one-time cash donation of US $50,000.
Gift of US $100,000
Cumulative cash gifts and irrevocable planned gifts (at present value) totaling US $100,000 or more are recognized at this level. This distinction may also be bestowed upon donors posthumously.
*All giving levels are adjusted to World Bank country categories.
Designate Your Gift
When you join the Heritage Society as a Fellow, you can decide where you want to designate your donation.
Research Fund
Continue to increase annual research grant funding to ensure that the next generation of nurse scientists can contribute to improve global healthcare through research, evidence-based practice and implementation, and dissemination.
Leadership Fund
Provide more leadership education grants and membership subsidies to sustain the development of future nurse leaders in academic, clinical, and community settings around the world.
Future Fund
Sigma membership dues do not fully fund new global initiatives. Your donation to the Future Fund will help support Sigma’s new global initiatives.
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Show your commitment and investment in the future of nursing.
Heritage Society gifts have helped make the following possible
Research Fund
Samuel Akyirem
Research grant recipient
“Four in five persons with diabetes experience diabetes-related stigma. The recent International Consensus on Ending Diabetes Stigma highlights the lack of research examining the mechanisms linking diabetes stigma and health outcomes (including glycemic control) and the paucity of diabetes stigma research in low- and middle-income countries. The proposed study bridges nursing science, endocrinology, psychology, and public health, contributing to a more integrated understanding of chronic disease management.”
Leadership Fund
Corrine Brown
Edith Anderson Membership Subsidy recipient
“Receiving an Edith Anderson Membership Subsidy has allowed me to join Sigma, and I could not be more grateful for this opportunity. I’m in my last semester of nursing school so being able to have this opportunity has allowed me to see further into the nursing field. I look forward to the opportunities presented in the future through being a part of this outstanding organization!”
Future Fund
Jasper Erwin Tolarba
Sigma United Nations Representative
“By integrating the Commission on the Status of Women agenda, the nursing and healthcare sectors can advocate for and implement policies that ensure women’s access to quality health services, promote women’s leadership within healthcare settings, and address the social determinants of health that disproportionately affect women.”