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About Foundation of Courage

Foundation of Courage (FOC) is designed for newly initiated brothers to ensure they have the necessary education and resources to be fully engaged members of the chapter. FOC should be hosted every time new brothers join the chapter, so it is recommended to schedule FOC three to four times per year.

There are six programs used to achieve this objective, and all newly initiated brothers must complete the FOC programming within 21 days of initiation.

Additionally, chapters are expected to use the Purple Pilgrim as outlined in their curriculum. All brothers must have access to the Purple Pilgrim, which is available to purchase as a hardback book or as a free e-reader.

Annual Programs

Brotherhood Welcome

Post-Initiation Orientation

Brother Mentor Reveal

History of the Fraternity

Legacy of the Fraternity

Business of the Fraternity

Foundation of Courage Checklist

Program Preparation

Schedule each program and share the location and time with members in advance
Ensure you have all materials needed are ready before the programs
Review curriculum to ensure each participant has the tools to be an active and engaged member
Review all Facilitation Resources (Facilitation Guides & PowerPoints) before the sessions

Materials Needed

Built to Lead Program Planning Guide
Facilitation Resources (linked under the program descriptions above)
Foundation of Courage Workbook (printed copy for every participant)
Post-It notes
Writing utensils for each participant

Room Specifications to Consider

Max capacity double the number of brothers participating in the activity (e.g. a room that holds 10 for a group of five brothers)
Set up tables and chairs to ensure there is room for movement
AV available including: computer, projector, screen & audio outputs

Program Planning Guide

Built to Lead Program Planning Guide: Utilize this guide to track your chapter’s Foundation of Courage programming

Reporting

Reporting Form

Reporting Responsibility: All FOC programs should be reported by the Foundation of Courage Chairman

Roles

Roles & Responsibility

Undergraduate Roles: Brother Mentor, Foundation of Courage Chairman and Foundation of Courage Member
Graduate Advisor Role: BCA Foundation of Courage

Brotherhood Welcome

This session is the first formal Fraternity event members experience. This one-hour program is designed to let potential Brother Mentors welcome brothers to this part of their journey in Phi Gamma Delta.

Approximate Run-Time: 45-60 minutes
Potential Brother Mentors should arrive 15 minutes before Foundation of Courage Brothers

Facilitation Resources

Post-Initiation Orientation

Designed to help those who were recently introduced to the Ritual to understand its relevance to their membership. There is also an opportunity to examine the topic and gain a deeper understanding of the Ritual’s application to everyday life.

Facilitation Resources

Brother Mentor Reveal

Focuses on establishing a guided one-on-one mentor relationship. The mentors’ selection is based on a set of predetermined criteria including, but not limited to good standing with academic, financial and behavioral commitments.

Approximate Run-Time: 40-60 minutes
Brother Mentors should arrive 15 minutes before the program begins
A graduate brother must be present at all Brother Mentors Reveals or similar events: “Big Brother/Little Brother” reveals, or similar events/activities, may not be conducted unless the Purple Legionnaire (PL), a Board of Chapter Advisors member or another graduate/advisor designated by the PL or Section Leader is present

Facilitation Resources

History of the Fraternity

Beginning with the Fraternity’s founding in 1848, this session encourages brothers to apply lessons from the past to the present. Members will be encouraged to see themselves as part of the organization’s history moving forward.

Approximate Run-Time: 75-95 minutes
Potential Brother Mentors should arrive 15 minutes before the program begins
Newly initiated brothers should complete the History of the Fraternity course on the LMS before this session

Facilitation Resources

Legacy of the Fraternity

Introducing the insignia of the Fraternity and the transformational work of Phi Gamma Delta in developing Courageous Leaders. This session shares the Courageous Leader framework and tasks new brothers with preserving the legacy of the Fraternity through their individual actions at life’s “Testing Points.”

Approximate Run-Time: 75-95 minutes
The Foundation of Courage Chairman and Brother Mentors should complete the Courageous Leadership online module before this program
Potential Brother Mentors should arrive 15 minutes before the program begins
Newly initiated brothers should complete the Legacy of the Fraternity course on the LMS before this session

Facilitation Resources

Business of the Fraternity

This session educates brothers about the work of the Fraternity – the internal systems allowing chapters to function and meet the greater Fraternity’s goals. It connects brothers’ strengths to committee work, leadership positions and chapter meetings. The goal is to integrate brothers into the chapter, ensuring they are active, contributing members.

Approximate Run-Time: 60-80 minutes
Cabinet and Committee Chairmen should arrive 15 minutes before the program begins
Newly initiated brothers should complete the Business of the Fraternity course on the LMS before this session

Facilitation Resources