What is the purpose of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.?

• A. To promote philanthropy unrelated to music
• B. To promote all aspects of music creation, performance, and scholarship and to encourage service for and through music on campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world
• C. To fund travel for members
• D. To publish member newsletters

Answer: (B)

SAI Philanthropies, Inc. functions as the philanthropic arm of Sigma Alpha Iota, focused on advancing music in all its forms. The main idea is to promote all aspects of music creation, performance, and scholarship, and to encourage service for and through music on campus, in the community, in the nation, and worldwide. This broad mission means supporting music education, research, performances, and service initiatives that extend beyond the organization’s members, rather than funding travel or publishing newsletters that aren’t tied to that expansive musical and service focus.