Your Foundation Dollars At Work
Donor Impact Is everywhere
When you see the Your Foundation Dollars at Work logo, it’s a visible reminder that your generosity is in motion, supporting programs, scholarships and experiences that build confident women of character.
Our donors' generosity fuels every corner of Gamma Phi Beta. Through Foundation grants, programs come to life that educate, inspire and support our members. From leadership development to scholarships that change lives, donors' gifts make all this possible.
Learn more about the amazing impact made possible by our donors:
Emerging Collegiate Leaders Discover Their Power and Build Confidence
REAL Leadership Experience
REAL Leadership Experience is an in-person retreat-style program for emerging leaders in their first- or second-year of membership. Through reflection and connection, participants learn the principles of REAL Leadership and gain the skills and courage to take on leadership roles within their chapters, careers and communities.
100% of 2025 post-event respondents said they would recommend RLE and that the experience strengthened their appreciation for lifetime membership.
“My biggest takeaway is that a leader is not about having a title; it is how you carry yourself, your actions and the people in your corner.” —2025 RLE participant
Learn more about the RLE 2025 and hear from participants and faciltators:
Volunteers and Collegians Come Together to Strengthen Our Sorority
Recruitment Summit
Recruitment Summit is the Sorority’s premier event dedicated to strengthening chapter recruitment strategy and equipping leaders for success. It brings together chapter leaders and volunteers in person to learn best practices, refine planning workshops and engage in hands-on training rooted in the current recruitment landscape.
“This weekend was phenomenal! I made new connections with other regional advisors and was able to share my expertise with them and learn from them.” —2025 Recruitment Summit participant
“This whole weekend was so fun and informative! It felt like every topic covered was relevant, and I found ways to apply [my learning] in my chapter.” —2025 Recruitment Summit participant
“As a new recruitment advisor, I am eager to jump in with all of these new ideas to help my chapter meet total and grow.” —2025 Recruitment Summit participant
Alumnae Take Their Leadership to the Next Level
The Clara Project
The Clara Project is an alumnae program designed to cultivate board-level leadership skills and prepare members for volunteer boards, committees and governance roles. This eight-week virtual experience combines live weekly sessions, asynchronous online learning and case-study practice to help alumnae identify strengths, close skill gaps and understand how board service supports Gamma Phi Beta’s mission.
Participants reported TCP increased their confidence in pursuing future board or committee roles and clarified where their strengths best support the organization.
“The Clara Project was an eye-opening experience. As someone who has served on several levels of boards in life, I recognized different areas of growth. I feel confident in my leadership and Gamma Phi Beta knowledge after this program. I also am so grateful for our connections and friendships throughout the process!” —2025 TCP participant
Volunteers Gain Skills and Sisterhood Together
REAL Leadership Institute (RLI)
REAL Leadership Institute brings together Gamma Phi Beta’s volunteer workforce for skill building, organizational alignment and renewed connection to our mission. Unlike other programs with consistent annual learning outcomes, RLI flexes its format and curriculum to meet the Sorority’s most pressing needs. In 2025, volunteers strengthened their leadership through education focused on communication, conflict resolution and practical tools they can apply in their roles.
“This was a wonderful time to connect with the regional teams that I work with!! I found it so special and incredibly valuable.” —2025 RLI participant
“I really enjoyed the programming for the NCRC certificate program. It was engaging and useful for business and sorority.” —2025 RLI participant
Our Core Value of Learning, Exemplified
Scholarships and Fellowships
Through the generosity of our donors, more than $450,000 in scholarships and fellowships were awarded to Gamma Phi Betas pursuing undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees in 2025-26.
Read More About Our Recipients
In 2025, we awarded the largest fellowships in the history of the Foundation. Watch the moment when three medical students learned they had received the Ruth Andrea Seeler, M.D. Fellowship.
Sisters Helping Sisters
Loyalty Grants
When unexpected hardships arise, Loyalty Grants provide sisters with financial relief for housing, medical bills, travel or tuition. These grants are a lifeline that keeps members connected to Gamma Phi Beta during challenging times.
46 sisters received a Loyalty Grant in 2024-25, with total support exceeding $73,144.
“Being a Gamma Phi Beta has been one of the highlights of my life. After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, my life turned upside down. We lost everything in our home. I am eternally grateful for this Loyalty Grant. There is nothing my family can do to reverse time, but we can start to rebuild. I am so thankful for the kindness of the Foundation and donors for helping me through these hard times.” —2024 Loyalty Grant recipient
Providing In-Person Support to Collegiate Chapters
Collegiate Leadership Consultant (CLC) Program
Our CLCs travel to chapters across North America, providing hands-on coaching, mentorship and leadership development. Their visits strengthen chapter operations and sisterhood alike.
CLC visits reached 42 collegiate chapters during the 2024-25 academic year, providing targeted, in-person operational and leadership support.
“[Our CLC] helped me delegate my workload to the other positions. She also helped me realize that some of the jobs I was doing were technically not necessary in my position. She made my life easier. Additionally, I have gained a better understanding of my position, its role within the Sorority and where to find resources that will answer any questions I may have. I can pass this information down to the next PRVP to ensure that she has all the necessary information to do her job efficiently.” —Collegiate chapter member
Ensuring Our True and Constant Story Is Told
Historical Preservation
Gamma Phi Beta partnered with HistoryIT to digitize our vast archives and museum, so all members have access to the 150+ years of memories, milestones and sisterhood. Once held at International Headquarters or individual collegiate chapters, a selection of our wealth of historical materials, including photographs, letters, scrapbooks, jewelry and more are now accessible digitally.
Historical preservation work expanded this year with new displays underway for Canada, Alpha Zeta Chapter (Texas-Austin) and Alpha Xi Chapter (Southern Methodist). Significant improvements began with the site’s user experience, including navigation updates and plans for a more accessible, intuitive design.
"I think preserving our history keeps us true to the Core Values of our Founders. It doesn't mean we shouldn't change, but it provides a guiding star to ensure that our changes align with these values. Let's keep Gamma Phi Beta’s history alive and well for future sisters to enjoy." —Karen Kendall (Vanderbilt)
Creating Dialogue and Space to Come Together
Belonging, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (BEDI) Summit
The BEDI Summit is the Sorority’s leadership event solely dedicated to creating a more just, equitable and inclusive Gamma Phi Beta. This award-winning, virtual program invites collegiate and alumnae members to explore identity, empathy and the everyday actions that create belonging. This past year’s BEDI Summit focused on daring dialogue.
In 2024, it was honored with the Elevation in Practice – Impact Award from the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA). This prestigious award recognizes programs that demonstrate creativity in advancing the modern fraternal movement, with a focus on initiatives that drive meaningful, positive changes in communities.
The BEDI Summit also won AFA’s Excellence in Educational Programming in 2021 and the Award of Distinction for Best Use of a Foundation Grant from the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence in 2023.
Education That Spans a Lifetime of Membership
Fidelity
Fidelity is Gamma Phi Beta’s learning management system, providing on-demand education for all members on topics ranging from leadership and risk management to wellness and values.
Fidelity for Initiated Members learning outcomes are consistently high across all lessons, with 97% of participants agreeing they could demonstrate learning outlined in each lesson’s learning objectives.
Fidelity for Volunteers is the first step in a new volunteer’s onboarding experience. Within their first four weeks, volunteers complete a series of online lessons designed to ground them in Gamma Phi Beta’s mission, expectations and leadership philosophy. These modules establish a common foundation that supports volunteers throughout their service.
Since its launch in 2020, Fidelity for New Members has seen measurable impact on our members, including a 93% bid-to-Initiation rate. In 2025, Fidelity for New Members was awarded the AFA Elevation in Practice – Impact Award, celebrating visionaries whose innovative designs have reshaped the learning landscape and demonstrated transformative, data-driven results.
Empowering Collegiate Officers with the Tools to Lead
REAL Leadership Retreat (RLR)
REAL Leadership Retreat is a virtual retreat for newly elected executive council officers. This program equips chapter leaders with the tools to build effective teams, communicate clearly, navigate conflict and set strategic goals for their term.
In 2025, 99% of participants agreed or strongly agreed they could demonstrate learning outlined in the event’s learning objectives, including initiating difficult conversations, defining SMARTIE goals and establishing chapter vision.
“Really well done — the best one I’ve been to in my years as an advisor. Supportive, educational, understanding.” —2025 RLR participant
“I gained valuable teamwork and communication skills that I can apply to group projects in school and work.” —2025 RLR participant
