Benefits of Being Greek Affiliated?

Soomie · #1 06-23-2013, 07:03 PM

Hi everyone! I'm going through formal rush in about a month and I was wondering what some of the benefits of being Greek affiliated are. I know that you can get a discount on car insurance and it's a great resume builder, but I'm curious about some of the other things I may not know of and haven't been able to find anything through research. I've also heard that when you travel you can contact the local chapter and possibly have a place to stay and sisters/brothers to show you around. Are there certain stores or restaurants that give discounts to Greeks? Park ticket or hotel discounts? What about non monetary benefits?

honeychile · #2 06-23-2013, 07:06 PM

You get cookies.

Xidelt · #3 06-23-2013, 07:07 PM

I joined for the tshirts and party pics.

WCsweet<3 · #4 06-23-2013, 07:22 PM

Can we seriously get a discount on car insurance?

DaffyKD · #5 06-23-2013, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by WCsweet<3

Can we seriously get a discount on car insurance?

WCsweet, definitely. It is called sell your car and then you have nothing you need to insure.

Is this guy the ultimate troll for the summer?

DaffyKD

honeychile · #6 06-23-2013, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by WCsweet<3

Can we seriously get a discount on car insurance?

I get one from Geico. With cookies.

KDCat · #7 06-23-2013, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by WCsweet<3

Can we seriously get a discount on car insurance?

KDs totally get a discount on car insurance.

http://www.kappadelta.org/nationwide...ffinityprogram

Missouri Ivy · #8 06-23-2013, 07:54 PM

Knowing you share a bond of sisterhood with women across the nation and even abroad. I have met sisters in the workplace, on vacation, even in the hospital when I was having my youngest daughter. It is very special to know that you are a part of an organization with such a rich history.

thetalady · #9 06-23-2013, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Soomie

Hi everyone! I'm going through formal rush in about a month and I was wondering what some of the benefits of being Greek affiliated are. I know that you can get a discount on car insurance and it's a great resume builder, but I'm curious about some of the other things I may not know of and haven't been able to find anything through research. I've also heard that when you travel you can contact the local chapter and possibly have a place to stay and sisters/brothers to show you around. Are there certain stores or restaurants that give discounts to Greeks? Park ticket or hotel discounts? What about non monetary benefits?

Clearly, I have been cheated.

Free hotel rooms, lodging, and tour guides? Cheap insurance and food? Sign me up!

Soomie · #10 06-23-2013, 08:28 PM

Yes, Geico informed me that if I pledge with a sorority that I would receive further discounts off of my car insurance. And the thing about lodging is coming straight from an active Sig Delt and a DG alumnae.

MysticCat · #11 06-23-2013, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Soomie

Yes, Geico informed me that if I pledge with a sorority that I would receive further discounts off of my car insurance.

These kinds of "benefits" are way, way down on the list of reasons to be Greek and are no different from the discounts and group rates that one can often get from college/university alumni associations, AAA, or any number of other groups. And they will vary from GLO to GLO. Some groups may have a deal with GEICO, and others may not.

But if you were simply to ask what the benefits of being a member of a fraternity or sorority are, I don't think discounts on car insurance, hotels or restaurants would occur to anyone here. If that's what you're looking for, try AAA -- it requires a lot less personal commitment.

KDCat · #12 06-23-2013, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Soomie

Yes, Geico informed me that if I pledge with a sorority that I would receive further discounts off of my car insurance. And the thing about lodging is coming straight from an active Sig Delt and a DG alumnae.

You will spend more in dues and fees than you will save on discounts. Discounts are not a reason to join a GLO.

DubaiSis · #13 06-23-2013, 09:45 PM

But next time someone suggests joining the Junior League because the inquirer missed the boat on collegiate NPC membership, I am going to recommend joining AAA. As a person who used to work for them, I can attest to the vast amount of member benefits they provide. The pillow fights are not nearly as fun however. And do you know they almost never have a candle passing?

KillarneyRose · #14 06-23-2013, 09:58 PM

If you're a Delta Nu, you have access to the 24 hour Delta Nu 24-hour housing hotline. That's pretty awesome, especially if you live in a city like NY or San Francisco where it's hard to find a nice apartment on short notice.

adpiucf · #15 06-23-2013, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Soomie

I've also heard that when you travel you can contact the local chapter and possibly have a place to stay and sisters/brothers to show you around. Are there certain stores or restaurants that give discounts to Greeks? Park ticket or hotel discounts? What about non monetary benefits?

You can contact local chapters when you travel; their overnight policies vary. It's like staying in someone's home. But it never hurts to ask, and we always enjoyed having sisters from other chapters stay with us and showing them around! I know of no stores or restaurants that give benefits to Greeks, nor park or hotel discounts. In terms of non monetary benefits, you receive the benefit of membership with like-minded individuals and opportunities for community service, socialization, and friendship. It's a great support network, but you get out when you put into it. Best of luck.