An anonymous  donor who believes deeply in the value of group relations and the A.K. Rice Institute," will match, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000, the dues paid by former AKRI members who rejoin between now and December 31, 2009.  The donor will also match at a 2:1 ratio the dues paid by first-time members of AKRI, also up to $5,000.  Our hope is this will result in an extra $20,000 and 38 more members in the next 6 months.