Philo Affiliate Many years ago, Alumnae Chapters of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. realized the importance of the prestige, goodwill and cooperation of women who for various reasons were not members of any Greek-lettered organization. Many women were of the highest caliber, with outstanding religious, educational, civic and social connections; women who were substantial dependable and who exerted the energy and willingness to be active participants in helping Sigma Gamma Rho render service to humankind and improve the community. Local Alumnae Chapters of the sorority organized these women into auxiliaries with various names. It was in 1954 that Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. officially approved these official names for this affiliate group. The Philos have rendered and continue to render valuable service to the sorority and to the community. The purpose of the Philo affiiliate is: 1.      To unite women of the highest caliber. 2.     To help develop and support educational and cultur