HomeConor Quigley
Virginia Eta - Virginia Tech
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Conor Quigley-Journey to Iron Phi
Hello. My name is Conor Quigley and I am a senior at Virginia Tech currently pursuing a degree in Political Science-Legal Studies. I am also a member of the Corps of Cadets and Army ROTC, where I will become an Infantry Officer upon graduation in May. Despite being involved in numerous other organizations at Virginia Tech, the one that I am the most passionate about and most involved with is the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. One of the many principles that Phi Delta Theta is founded upon is fully embracing your life with help from others. And that is what I am contacting you because I need your help.
This year, I am attempting to become an Iron Phi - a distinction given to a small percentage of members within my Fraternity. The mission of Iron Phi is to strengthen the Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity and the impact it has on the fight against Lou Gehrig's disease through the fundraising and athletic efforts of its members. Lou Gehrig was a member of Phi Delta Theta, and our organization has taken an active role in finding a cure. The net proceeds of my fundraising will support ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) research, education, screening and treatment. It will also help strengthen an organization (Phi Delta Theta) that has had a lasting impact on my life.
According to The ALS Association's web site, approximately 5,600 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with ALS each year. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body. The progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in ALS eventually leads to their death. I am attempting to become an Iron Phi in hopes of helping those affected by ALS, as well as to give back to an organization that has given so much to me.
My current plan is to complete a half-marathon with a 40 Lb. ruck on March 20th, 2016 in Virginia Beach, VA. I've set my personal goal at least $1,000. So I am asking you to please consider making a donation of $10.00 (donations by US residents are tax-deductible) to a great cause. You can make a donation on this page by clicking on the "Make a Gift" link below the thermometer. You can also send a check made out to “Iron Phi” to me at 260 Alumni Mall, RM 250 Pearson Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24161 if this method is more convenient.
Every bit counts, and if there is anything that you would like to do as I embark on this journey, it would be more than appreciated. Additionally, if there is anything I can do to return the favor, I would be more than happy to lend a hand to a worthy cause.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Sincerely,
Conor Thomas Quigley
Virginia ETA #576
Virginia Tech Class of 2016
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How Does My Donation Make a Difference?
Your donation towards an Iron Phi athlete equally supports two very important things: Supporting ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) through research and support of ALS families and leadership development for undergraduate members of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity.
At the end of each year calendar year, the LiveLikeLou Foundation grants dollars raised through Iron Phi to fund its initiatives that support ALS research, scholarships to support the higher education goals of ALS dependents, and summer camp experiences for children who have a parent or grandparent with ALS.
Dollars used for undergraduate leadership development have and continue to help Phi Delta Theta educate more of its undergraduate members as they work to “Become the Greatest Version of Themselves.”
