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Gamma Phi Beta's Sorority is one of the 10 oldest women's organizations in North America. We believe that you will appreciate the many advantages that your daughter, sister, niece, or friend will experience as a member of Gamma Phi Beta.

History

Gamma Phi Beta was founded November 11, 1874 at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. We were the first women's fraternal group to be called a sorority. Today, Gamma Phi Beta has over 116 active collegiate chapters and over 160 alumnae groups throughout the United States and Canada with more than 150,000 members worldwide. Read more about our history.

Foundation

The Gamma Phi Beta Foundation was founded in 1959 as the not-for-profit fundraising arm of the Sorority. The Foundation provides funding for leadership development, financial aid for members and camper scholarships for girls, the Sorority's International Philanthropy. Visit our Foundation pages for more information.

How to Get Involved

The Crescent Magazine -- Any Gamma Phi Beta collegian will receive a copy of The Crescent at her home address until she graduates. We urge you to read it and discover more about Gamma Phi Beta's current issues, new chapters and members' activities.

The Web Site -- Through Gamma Phi Beta's Web site you can see the latest news, updates, and a list of licensed vendors to order merchandise from.

Parents Clubs -- Parents Clubs exist to encourage friendships between Gamma Phi Beta parents and nearby collegiate and alumnae chapter members. Parents are able to share in their daughter's sorority experiences while providing support for the chapter's activities. Contact your daughter's chapter or International Headquarters for further information.

Benefits to Members

Academic Achievement -- Scholastic achievement is one of the Sorority's greatest emphases. Gamma Phi Beta offers undergraduate members support in their studies through structured programming, resources and mentoring.

SisterLink -- Gamma Phi Beta offers a global resource network that connects members interested in career networking, mentoring, traveling and relocation assistance.

Leadership Development and Education -- Membership in Gamma Phi Beta provides members the opportunity to attain and exercise leadership skills that will benefit her for a lifetime.

Our Regional Leadership Conferences (RLCs) and biennial Convention are open to all Gamma Phi Beta members. These events offer leadership training through workshops, as well as career networking with other women.

The Personal and Chapter Enrichment (PACE) program provides educational programming on issues and challenges collegiate members face today- from resume writing and career planning to diet and healthy living.

Philanthropic Involvement -- Gamma Phi Beta and Camp Fire USA, one of the nation's leading nonprofit, coeducational youth development organizations, are pleased to announce their joint collaboration in providing camping experiences for girls that will enhance and enrich their lives. Camping has been the international philanthropic focus of Gamma Phi Beta since 1929. In this endeavor, the Sorority's mission is to provide experiences and resources that build spiritual, mental and social resiliency in girls. Together, these experiences help Camp Fire USA achieve its mission of building caring, confident youth and future leaders.

Commitment

Sisterhood -- Gamma Phi Betas dedicate a portion of time each week to the Sorority. This includes going to new member meetings, PACE meetings and community service events. Additional activities such as social events and campus events are also scheduled throughout the year.

Responsibilities -- Prior to her initiation, a Gamma Phi Beta will complete the following:

• Participate in the new member education program.
• Demonstrate the desire and ability to maintain Gamma Phi Beta's standards of conduct.
• Fulfill her financial obligations.
• Demonstrate her compatibility with the chapter.

Financial Obligations

Upon pledging, she will pay a new member fee to the International Sorority. Before initiation, she will pay an initiation fee and purchase her badge. The initiation fee is apportioned as directed by the Sorority and includes leadership training, program development and a lifetime subscription to The Crescent, Gamma Phi Beta's quarterly member magazine.

In addition, collegiate members pay membership dues each semester to the International Sorority and the local chapter. Each local chapter determines their own membership dues, housing fees and other operating fees. Please contact the chapter for a complete breakdown of financial obligations.

After graduating, all members are asked to pay annual alumnae dues as well as support the Foundation through donations.