Since its inception, Sigma Gamma Rho has promoted unity among women and worked with individuals not members of Greek-lettered organizations. These women were organized into auxiliaries with various names until 1954 when the sorority officially approved the organized affiliate group and accepted the name of “Philo”(meaning Friend) as their official name. In 1980, the Philos were organized on a nati
onal level and have since grown to represent hundreds of women organized on a local, regional, and national level. The Philos have contributed countless hours of community service and thousands of dollars aiding Sigma Gamma Rho’s aim to enhance the quality of life within every community. On February 18, 2023, five women chartered the Gamma Alpha Sigma Philo Affiliate of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. The charter members are – Ashlyn Woolfolk, Bianca Haynes, Marian Cunningham, Mia Allen-Bentley, and Nisha Jackson. The Purpose of the Affiliate is:
• To unite women of the highest caliber.
• To help develop and support educational and cultural services among Rhoers.
• To take part in such other activities as well as strengthen Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and improve civic
and community conditions at the local, regional, and national levels.
• To function as an Affiliate to the local Sigma Gamma Rho Alumnae Chapter Membership
Philo Affiliate Membership Requirements:
1. To be a woman of good character, possess poise, self-control, interest, outstanding social qualities, and
expertise in a particular field.
2. Have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
3. Be interested in promoting programs of the Sorority. If you are interested in being a Philo, please email us at [email protected]
