Since its inception, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. has promoted unity among women and for years many alumnae chapters have worked with individuals who were not members of Greek-Lettered Organizations. These women were organized into auxillaries that had various names until 1954 when the sorority officially approved the the organized affiliate group and accepted the name of "Philo" (meaning friends) as their official name.
In the 1980's, Philos were organized on a national level and have grown to represent hundreds of women on a regional level as well. The Philos have contributed countless hours of community service and thousands of dollars to aid Sigma Gamma Rho's aim to enhance the quality of life in every community.
A love for youth and the development of thier full potential was the primary motivating factor that inspird Founder Mary Lou Allison Gardner Little to organize Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Young people today face challenges that could never have been imagined years ago, but such challenges provide the sorority with opportunites that carry the vision of Founder Little.
Rhoers are young girls organized on a local, regional, and national level. The Rhoer affiliates are working to help other young people while they learn about their heritage and develop leadership skills. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is dedicated to helping Rhoers grow to be women of substance dedicated to service.