UE's SAE Marks 14 Years of Fall Festival Fundraising for Chemo Buddies
Evansville, Ind. (10/05/2026) — The members of the University of Evansville's (UE) Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) Fraternity will continue their participation in Evansville's Annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival, a tradition they have proudly upheld since 2012. SAE's booth at the festival supports Chemo Buddies, an organization dedicated to ensuring that no one has to face cancer alone.
SAE members are looking forward to selling a few different treats at the Fall Festival to further their support for Chemo Buddies. Festival goers can indulge in "Haystacks," a mouthwatering delight similar to a walking taco. The Haystacks come with a choice of popular snack chips like Doritos, Fritos, or Grippos, complemented by savory BBQ pulled pork or chili. In addition, SAE's booth will offer root beer and dreamsicle floats, as well as apple and cherry cider.
The SAE booth will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., running from Monday, October 5, through Saturday, October 10. Every purchase made at the SAE booth directly supports Chemo Buddies.
Chemo Buddies provides positive and uplifting support to individuals navigating the challenging journey of chemotherapy. In addition to emotional assistance, Chemo Buddies offers free transportation to medical appointments and financial aid to procure essential items like wigs, helping patients maintain their dignity and self-esteem throughout their battle with cancer.
"Being part of the Fall Festival gives our fraternity a chance to come together while supporting a cause that means a lot to our organization," said SAE President Ryker Kotmel. "We're excited to continue this tradition and encourage everyone to stop by our booth and support Chemo Buddies."
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Home of the Purple Aces, UE is located in the southwestern region of Indiana and offers over 75 majors, 17 Division I sports, and a unique study abroad experience at Harlaxton, the University's very own Victorian manor located in the countryside of England. For more information, please visit evansville.edu.
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