Mission Statement Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority's aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization's programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven school teachers: Mary Lou Allison Little, Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Vivian White Marbury, Nannie Mae Gahn Johnson, Hattie Mae Dulin Redford, Bessie M. Downey Martin and Cubena McClure. The group became an incorporated national collegiate sorority on December 30, 1929, when a charter was granted to Alpha chapter at Butler University. Soaring To Greater Heights Of Attainment Around The World, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., as a leading national service organization, has met the challenges of the day and continues to grow through Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service. Sigma Gamma Rho participates in many national programs. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., gives leadership, service, and resources toward removing barriers and inequalities so that all people of America may develop their potential and exercise full citizenship. National programs include but are not limited to: ·         A3 for Life - ACT Against AIDS ·         Buckle Up America ·         Hattie McDaniel Cancer Awareness and Health Program ·         Mwanamugimu Essay Contest ·         National Marrow Donor Program ·         OPERATION BigBookBag ·         Program for Africa ·         Project Cradle Care ·         Project Reassurance ·         Project Wee Savers ·         Sigma Youth Symposium Affiliates Philos- Affiliate group of non-alumnae adult women Rhoers- Affiliate group of young teenage women