Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Founder’s Day Virtual 5KJuly 31, 2024

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation’s Virtual Founder’s Day 5K is back to celebrate Phi Sigma Rho’s founding on September 24, 1984!  In honor of Phi Sigma Rho Sorority's founding on September 24, 1984, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is hosting a virtual 5K run and walk. The fun run/walk is open to participants of all ages, and the top participants in the competitive category will be recognized. All race…

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40 for 40 Campaign Update - Match Opportunity ResultsJuly 31, 2024

As you know, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation has been focused on our 40 for 40: Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho, with a goal of raising $40,000 before Founder’s Day 2024 in honor of 40 years of sisterhood. During the weeks of conference, we were presented with an incredible donation match opportunity provided to us by a generous anonymous donor. We asked for your help to raise $10,000 in order to earn the…

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The Foundation was Virtually Unstoppable at Conference 2024!July 29, 2024

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation celebrated sisterhood, scholarship, & philanthropy at the Phi Sigma Rho National Conference this past month! The Foundation hosted a fun virtual trivia night to benefit the 40 for 40: Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho. On Saturday, July 20th, we tuned into the keynote by Tina Rae VanSteenbergen on building confidence - a session that has been approved to be funded by the…

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Join the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation for General Trivia!July 09, 2024

Thursday, July 18th - 8:00 PM EST  In addition to the great programming planned by the Sorority, the Foundation is so excited to host a Trivia as part of the National Conference. General trivia questions will be asked over a few rounds to see who takes the top crown for the night.  All proceeds from registration go to the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation as part of the Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho: 40 for…

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ONE COMMUNITY - DOUBLE THE IMPACTJuly 02, 2024

With a gift of any size to the 40 for 40: Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho, you can be a part of the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation’s mission to provide professional, educational, philanthropic, and leadership development opportunities for the members and friends of Phi Sigma Rho. These gifts make an impact on the lives of our sisters by supporting their education with scholarships and EDGE Grants, building…

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Support Phi Sigma Rho’s Growth through Scholarship & Grant ProgrammingJune 06, 2024

We are honored by the support we have received towards the 40 for 40: Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho! You have shown your Phi Rho Love by contributing to our mission to support scholarships and grants for education and service in our sisterhood.  Thank you to all who have supported our efforts so far! Throughout June and July, the Foundation will continue to emphasize the programs and services that…

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Last Chance for to Grab Your Adoptable PenguinMay 01, 2024

THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our penguin party of a spring campaign! With your contributions through raffle tickets, becoming an alum Penguin Pal, or claiming one handmade crocheted penguins, you are showing your Phi Rho Love and helping build the future for Phi Sigma Rho by supporting essential scholarship and grant programs that directly support members and their communities…

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EDGE Grant Winners AnnouncedMay 01, 2024

Phi Sigma Rho has been dedicated to developing the next generation of women engineering and technical fields. Funding leadership development is just one way the Foundation works to achieve its mission and vision in this area. Thanks in part to generous donations made to our grant programs, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation has been able to give grants to fund educational and charitable programs to…

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Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Philanthropy Packet Released! April 01, 2024

Looking for a new and fun idea to raise money for your philanthropy of choice? Check out our newly released Foundation Philanthropy Packet! Designed to help you get started with your next philanthropy event, the packet outlines ideas for your size and budget and what to think about! Download the Philanthropy Packet now through the “Resources - Foundation” section on the Phi Rho Portal! Want to add…

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It’s a Penguin Party! - Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho: 40 for 40March 03, 2024

In honor of the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation’s Spring Anniversary campaign, we are celebrating Sigmand and all things penguins through March and April! Through this campaign, it is our goal to share how the Foundation plays a role in building the future for Phi Sigma Rho members and the communities while also working towards our $40,000 goal for essential programs that support our mission of the 501(c…

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Thank you for Lighting the Night for Blood Cancers with Us!January 13, 2024

Another year closed means another Light the Night season wrapped up.  Light the Night is a fundraising and awareness initiative by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  Since 2015, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation has encouraged sisters to unite in their philanthropic efforts through Light the Night.  This year, Phi Sigma Rho sisters across the nation raised $32,751 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society…

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EXTENDED - 2024 EDGE Grant Submissions!January 06, 2024

For this year only, the EDGE Grant application period has been extended to February 1st, 2024! The Engineering Development and Growth Experience (EDGE) Grant -  $1,000 grant opportunity - is available to apply for on Phi Rho Portal. This grant supports collegiate Phi Sigma Rho members involved in hands-on science and engineering-based projects. These grants will support technical projects led by…

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Happy New Year from the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation!January 01, 2024

From our families to yours, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation wishes you a very happy new year! As we welcome 2024, we would like to thank you for your support throughout the past year. Whether you gave time or money, participated in one of our programs, applied for a scholarship or grant, or liked or shared our social posts, our Phi Rho sisters are the reason we exist and are able to support our…

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Match your donation to the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation through your company match program! December 03, 2023

Matching gifts are a part of most corporate philanthropy programs and United Way Campaigns! When an employee makes a donation to a non-profit organization, the employer will also donate to the organization, matching some or all of the employee’s donation. Does your employer match your donation you’ve made to the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation?  If your company matches donations made by employees, the…

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One Month Left to Apply for EDGE Grants! December 03, 2023

EDGE Grant applications are open until January 5th, 2024. EDGE Grants support team and project work, excluding class and CAPSTONE projects, that promote project management, leadership, and hands-on learning. Phi Rho's are encouraged to apply on the Phi Rho Portal. Questions? Contact programming@phisigmarhofoundation.org.

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Giving Tuesday: Build the Future with the Phi Sigma Rho FoundationNovember 28, 2023

Tuesday, November 28th is #GivingTuesday, and it's the perfect time to show your love and support for Phi Sigma Rho with a gift to the Foundation 40 for 40: Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho.  On this international day of giving, your generosity helps build Phi Sigma Rho members into leaders with the LEAP grant, supports their educational efforts with EDGE grants and scholarships; and builds the next…

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Raise money directly for your chapter's educational programs through the Phi Sigma Rho FoundationNovember 28, 2023

In an effort to address individual chapter needs, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation launched its Chapter Funds Program in 2021. This program was designed to fulfill the wishes of members of local chapters to support the educational and leadership needs of their local chapter. This program will give potential donors the opportunity to restrict their financial gifts to the educational programs and…

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Apply Now for Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Scholarships!October 01, 2023

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 scholarship applications. There are currently seven $1,000 scholarships ready to award to deserving graduate and undergraduate members of Phi Sigma Rho. Recipients are selected on the basis of the applicant's scholastic record, service to Phi Sigma Rho and the community, campus involvement, and recommendations from…

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40 for 40: Campaign for Phi Sigma RhoOctober 01, 2023

The Foundation is proud to support the educational and leadership efforts of Phi Sigma Rho Sorority since 2005. In honor of 40 years of Phi Sigma Rho and sisterhood, it is our goal to raise $40,000 before Founders’ Day in 2024. This campaign allows us to build the future for members and communities of Phi Rho's everywhere - whether its future leaders through LEAP grants, assisting the learning of…

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Celebrating Our History through Building the Future TogetherSeptember 01, 2023

As we approach our ruby anniversary, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation, with the support of the Sorority, is embarking on a campaign to ensure the future of our sisterhood is supported with its ever changing needs. The 40 for 40:Campaign for Phi Sigma Rho is for all alum and collegiate members and will enable us to build upon the ideals we cherish. Donations to the Foundation support educational and…

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Apply Now for the $1,000 EDGE GrantSeptember 01, 2023

The Engineering Development and Growth Experience (EDGE) grant program, through inspiration from Rosie and Alex Krob, supports collegiate Phi Sigma Rho members involved in hands-on science and engineering-based projects. These grants will support technical projects led by sisters of Phi Sigma Rho that will ultimately develop their leadership, financial, and project management skills, with fundable…

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Run for Sisterhood - Join us for the ΦΣΡ Founders’ Day 5K!August 29, 2023

In honor of Phi Sigma Rho Sorority's founding on September 24, 1984, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is hosting a virtual 5K run and fun walk for participants of all ages. This is a virtual 5K that will be completed between September 20th through September 28th, 2023. We will recognize top participants within the competitive run category. Your race registration goes towards the Phi Sigma Rho…

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Introducing the 2023-2025 Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Board of DirectorsAugust 14, 2023

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is pleased to introduce the 2023-2025 Board of Directors for the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation! These women will lead our efforts and execute our strategy into the coming term. President - Janelle Becker,  Ohio State - Beta Vice President of Programming - Lexi Ganger, Wright State - Alpha-Zeta Vice President of Strategic Projects - Belle Riehemann, Purdue - Alpha Vice…

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Phi Sigma Rho Founders’ Day 5K - Sign Up Today!August 07, 2023

In honor of Phi Sigma Rho Sorority's founding on September 24, 1984, gather sisters and friends for a fun run/walk supporting the sisterhood! The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is hosting a virtual 5K run and fun walk for participants of all ages. All race registrations and donations go towards the Foundation's General Fund, supporting the educational and leadership needs of Phi Sigma Rho. This is a…

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1 Month Left to Apply for Scholarships from the Foundation!February 02, 2023

We all know school’s expensive, so let the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation help you reach your goals!  The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation invites you to apply for one or more of eight $1000 scholarships to be awarded in July at the Phi Sigma Rho National Convention. Scholarships are available to any initiated Phi Sigma Rho sister (active or alumna) pursuing a degree at an accredited university.  The…

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Amazon to end AmazonSmile Fundraising ProgramJanuary 25, 2023

Since 2013, Amazon has supported various nonprofit organizations with their AmazonSmile program, allowing a small portion of purchases to go straight to the nonprofit organization of the purchaser's choice.  Unfortunately, Amazon has decided to wind down and end this program, effective Feb 20, 2023.  The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation would like to thank all that have supported us through AmazonSmile…

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The EDGE Grant Application Period Extended until February 15th, 2023 January 10, 2023

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! The EDGE Grant Application period has been extended until February 15th, 2023 - Just in time for #EngineersWeek! The Engineering Development and Growth Experience (EDGE) grant program supports collegiate Phi Sigma Rho members involved in hands-on science and engineering-based projects. These grants will support technical projects led by sisters of Phi Sigma Rho that will…

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Apply Now for Phi Sigma Rho Foundation 2023-2024 Scholarships!January 06, 2023

We all know school’s expensive, so let the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation help you reach your goals!  The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is proud to announce the availability of up to eight $1000 scholarships to be awarded in July at the Phi Sigma Rho National Convention. Scholarships are available to any initiated Phi Sigma Rho sister (active or alumna) pursuing a degree at an accredited university.  The…

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Thank you for Lighting the Night for Blood Cancers with Us!January 04, 2023

Another year closed means another Light the Night season wrapped up.  Light the Night is a fundraising and awareness initiative by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  Since 2015, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation has encouraged sisters to unite in their philanthropic efforts through Light the Night.  This year, Phi Sigma Rho sisters across the nation raised $32,941 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society…

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Happy New Year from the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation!January 01, 2023

From our families to yours, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation wishes you a very happy new year!  As we welcome 2023, we would like to thank you for your support throughout the past year.  Whether you gave time or money, participated in one of our programs, applied for a scholarship or grant, or liked or shared our social posts, our Phi Rho sisters are the reason we exist and are able to support our…

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Do Your Holiday Shopping with Amazon SmileDecember 05, 2022

The holiday season is upon us, and with that, it typically means giving gifts to the ones that we love the most. Start your shopping through Amazon Smile to make your dollar go farther and support the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation. For each qualified item purchased, Amazon will donate 0.5% when you select the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation as your charity of choice. It also makes it easy to set up on the…

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Leadership Scholarships for University of Houston and Texas A&M University Now Available! November 29, 2022

University of Houston and Texas A&M Leadership Scholarships are now available through the Phi Rho Portal! These two scholarships were made possible through the Houston Alumnae Organization Chapter Fund with the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation. Each scholarship is worth $1,000 to be used towards 2023-2024 academic year tuition and fees only.  Applications for these two scholarships are due April 1, 202…

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Build the future for Phi Sigma Rho this #GivingTuesdayNovember 29, 2022

Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving back and generosity. Today, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation asks for your support for educational and charitable programs that benefit and enhance the Phi Rho experience for our sisters and communities. Our hope is that you choose to celebrate Giving Tuesday with us this year.    This year, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation gave 8 deserving sisters $1,00…

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Applications for the EDGE Grant due December 15th! November 28, 2022

The Engineering Development and Growth Experience (EDGE) Grant - $1,000 grant opportunity - is available to apply for on the Phi Rho Portal that supports collegiate Phi Sigma Rho members involved in hands-on science and engineering-based projects. These grants will support technical projects led by sisters of Phi Sigma Rho that will ultimately develop their leadership, financial, and project…

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Shop AmazonSmile to Support the Phi Sigma Rho SisterhoodNovember 07, 2022

The holiday season is quickly coming, and with that, it typically means giving gifts to the ones that we love the most. Start your shopping through Amazon Smile to make your dollar go farther and support the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation. For each qualified item purchased, Amazon will donate 0.5% when you select the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation as your charity of choice. It also makes it easy to set up on…

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Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Announces the DreamGirls GrantNovember 07, 2022

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is happy to announce the availability of a new grant available November 1st! DreamGirls Grants will provide service and leadership opportunities for active and alumnae organizations of Phi Sigma Rho to support the next generation of women in engineering through engineering-focused programming for middle school girls. These programs will be transferable to schools…

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Supporting Engineering and Leadership through the new EDGE Grants! October 20, 2022

Attention all collegiate members: The Engineering Development and Growth Experience (EDGE) Grant -  $1,000 grant opportunity - is available to apply for on the Phi Rho Portal that supports collegiate Phi Sigma Rho members involved in hands-on science and engineering-based projects. These grants will support technical projects led by sisters of Phi Sigma Rho that will ultimately develop their…

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Light the Night with the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation!October 13, 2022

Each year, chapters and alumnae organizations unite to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through Light the Night walks.  This year, 17 chapters have signed on for walks across the country to help bring light to darkness.  If you haven’t already, please consider supporting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through our Light the Night page - https://pages.lls.org/ltn/2022/phisigmarho…

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Scholarship & Grant Opportunities Now Available!October 02, 2022

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is happy to announce the release of its 6 annual scholarship opportunities and one new grant opportunity. The Merit, Leadership, Philanthropy and Service, Sarah Rogers McClure Memorial, Francis J. Monigan Memorial, and Anne Louise Roach Legacy Scholarships are all available on the Phi Rho Portal. Each scholarship is worth $1,000. The scholarships are open from October…

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Celebrate Phi Sigma Rho's Founders' Day! September 12, 2022

On September 24th, join the Foundation in wishing Phi Sigma Rho a Happy Birthday through a donation! Imagine what we can do together. This year, the Foundation was able to provide one of the largest LEAP grants to date to the Sorority for National Conference, which we hope to continue to increase in the future. With your help, we could be closer to our long term goal to endow our scholarships and…

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Volunteer with Phi Sigma Rho FoundationAugust 28, 2022

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation is seeking several volunteers to fill open positions within our organization. Volunteering is a great way to give back to the organization and develop professional and personal leadership skills. See below for details regarding each position. If you are interested in learning more about any of these openings, please don’t hesitate to email foundation…

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Create your team for 2022 Light the Night for the Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyAugust 08, 2022

Light the Night season is just around the corner. Start your fundraising efforts now! If your chapter is planning on participating, you can create your chapter team now. Visit the Phi Sigma Rho Light the Night Team Page. Teams should link through the national team and be named under the following format. Not using the team name format may make it hard to find your chapters efforts if not…

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2022 Scholarship Recipients AnnouncedJuly 25, 2022

The Foundation was honored to award 8 - $1,000 scholarships to outstanding Phi Rhos across the nation. It was the first year we were able to award two chapter-based scholarships through the chapter fund established by the Houston Alumnae Organization. This year’s recipients of the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation scholarships include: Merit Scholarship: Kanika Yadav, University of Pittsburgh - Zeta…

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Light the Night Fundraisers Recognized at National ConferenceJuly 18, 2022

The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation works to unite the philanthropic efforts of the chapters, actives, and alumnae through the Light the Night fundraiser by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Below are this year’s top chapters and individuals. This year, Phi Sigma Rho members raised over $38,000 for LLS! Top Chapters: Alpha-Eta – Vanderbilt University; $6,085 Beta – The Ohio State University; $5,61…

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Read the 2021 Annual Report from the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation July 01, 2022

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation, we are honored to bring you the 2021 Annual Report. Learn more about our fundraising efforts, grants, and scholarship programs, and read through as we recognize our generous donors who have supported us last year and throughout the past. Read the 2021 Annual Report. Find past versions of our annual report here.

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Help Fund the Sarah Rogers McClure Memorial ScholarshipJune 15, 2021

The Sarah Rogers McClure Memorial Scholarship was generously developed in honor of Sarah Rogers McClure, a beloved Purdue chapter alumnae who passed away with cancer in December 2010. Since 2013, eight sisters of Phi Sigma Rho have received this $1,000 scholarship in her name. It is the Foundation’s goal for sisters to be able to receive this scholarship for years to come; therefore, we are aiming…

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2021 Scholarship Applications are Now Available on Phi Rho PortalOctober 04, 2020

We are able to offer SIX unique scholarships to help aid our sisters in their academic endeavors for the upcoming academic year. Head over to the Portal to learn about the scholarships offered and download your applications! We have also developed a Slack channel to discuss all things scholarships! Be sure to get a head start before the March 1st deadline sneaks up! If you have any questions…

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2020 Scholarship RecipientsSeptember 28, 2020

Merit Scholarship: Hannah Todd, University of Cincinnati - Alpha Beta Leadership Scholarship: Brooke Lanier, University of Nevado, Reno - Alpha Sigma Sarah Rogers McClure Memorial Scholarship: Logan Smesrud, Oregon State University - Sigma Philanthropy and Service Scholarship: Stephanie Lee, University of California, Los Angeles - Nu Francis J. Monigan Memorial Scholarship: Renee Pelan, Wright…

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The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Announces Orchid Relief Grant Program!May 05, 2020

From now until June 15th, actives and alumnae pursuing degrees in the current or upcoming term who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 should complete the online application found under the Grants tab above. Grants of up to $500 will be given in one payment to approved applicants upon receipt of complete application, supporting materials and approval by the Grant Committee. Applications…

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Scholarship Applications are due TODAY! March 01, 2020

Just a reminder that all scholarship applications are due TODAY, March 1st. Be sure to email your application in PDF form to Samantha Rohner at scholarship@phisigmarhofoundation.org by 11:59 PM Sunday night. Please don't hesitate to email Samantha with any questions you may have regarding the scholarship application process.

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Volunteer with Us! March 01, 2020

Are you creative, organized, and always on social media? Are you detail oriented, love scholarship, and love learning about our sisters’ goals and successes? Want to give back to the sisterhood through volunteering? Volunteer with the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation. We are actively looking for volunteers to serve on the 2020 scholarship committee and publicity committee. If you are interested or would…

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Send the Gift of Love to Your Sisters for Galentine's Day! February 01, 2020

Celebrate your Phi Rho Love this season by sending a Galentine to your sister! For $10 each, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation will send your personalized message to any Phi Rho sister on February 13. Purchase your Galentine for your sisters here: https://www.classy.org/campaign/c267536 Once the purchase is complete, fill out the Google Form and enter in the information of the sister you would like…

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Shop Amazon Smile in honor of the Foundation's 15th Anniversary!February 01, 2020

Do you find yourself routinely shopping off the Amazon app on your Android device? If so, be sure to update your settings to default to Amazon Smile in support of the Foundation. For every purchase you make, AmazonSmile donates 0.5% on qualified purchases to the nonprofit of your choice, at no extra cost to you. This can be a big difference for the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation so be sure to update…

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Help Us Close the Gap on Light the Night 2019! November 30, 2019

We are less than $4,000 away from our Light the Night fundraising goal! We have currently raised a total of $34,049! Donating even a small gift today will make us one step closer to raising the last $3,951 needed to reach our 2019 fundraising goal of $38,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on behalf of Phi Sigma Rho! Our teams are SO CLOSE to meeting our 2019 fundraising goal, so we ask…

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Winter break is a great opportunity to fill out your scholarship applications! November 30, 2019

Applications for the Leadership, Merit, Sarah Rogers McClure Memorial, and Philanthropy and Service scholarships can be downloaded from the Foundation Scholarship page! Applications for the Anne Louise Roach Legacy scholarship and the Francis J. Monigan Memorial scholarship will be available for download soon. Each scholarship requires 1-2 letters of recommendation, so don't hesitate and start…

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Shop Amazon Smile on Black Friday & Cyber Monday!November 29, 2019

Use Amazon Smile during Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping! Make your dollar go further by shopping with AmazonSmile! Go to amazonsmile.com, and select Phi Sigma Rho Foundation as your charity of choice to have 0.05% of your qualifying purchases donated to the Foundation.

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Join the Final StepBet of the Season!November 27, 2019

Join in on the game today! Download the StepBet app and search game code "PhiSigmaRho" to join. The initial bet is $40 and if you meet your step goals for 6 weeks, you'll be a winner! At the end of the game, 60% of the pot will be donated to the Foundation, 30% will go to the winners, and StepBet will keep 10%. If you win, you are guaranteed at least your $40 back. This is a great way to hold…

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Join Us in Building the Future for our SistersNovember 25, 2019

Our goal this year is to raise $15,000 for the General Fund. While other funds are restricted in their use, this will allow the Foundation to use these funds towards the area of greatest need as we move forward toward achieving our future goals, including: Creating new scholarships; Endowing our current scholarships; Increasing grant funding at Conference and Convention; Establishing new ways to…

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Phi Sigma Rho Foundation Announces Partnership with DreamGirls Initiative!October 04, 2019

Starting in Spring 2020, this partnership will provide service and leadership opportunities for active and alumnae organizations of Phi Sigma Rho to support the next generation of women in engineering through engineering-focused programming for middle school girls. These programs will be transferable to schools, Scout troops, community shelters, and more! Additional details and information will…

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Happy Founder's Day Phi Sigma Rho! September 24, 2019

In celebration of Phi Sigma Rho’s 35th anniversary, the Foundation is hosting the Founder’s Day of Giving campaign. The Foundation asks that you help us celebrate this milestone by donating $35 or $350 to the Foundation. As the sorority expands, the Foundation needs your help to continue to meet the needs of our growing chapters through scholarships, LEAP grants, and endowments. Donations can be…

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Two New Scholarship OpportunitiesAugust 01, 2019

It is our privilege to announce that starting next year, the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation will be providing SIX scholarship opportunities to its members, with the recent addition of the Francis J. Monigan Memorial Scholarship and Anne Louise Roach Legacy Scholarship. These scholarships mark special moments in time for our incredible donor families, and the Foundation is honored to be a part of their…

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2018 Light the Night Fundraisers RecognizedJuly 28, 2019

We are proud to announce that Phi Sigma Rho exceeded our 2018 goal of raising $35,000 on behalf of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through Light the Night by $685! Below were our top chapters and individual fundraisers that were recognized during the Foundation Luncheon. Together, Phi Rho's are making a difference through these campaigns. A huge thanks to each of the chapters that participated…

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Pyramid of Penguins Success for LEAP Grants!July 28, 2019

Our goals were exceedingly surpassed during the Pyramid of Penguins Campaign that was held at Convention. Together, Phi Rho sisters and friends raised over $15,000 in donations for LEAP programming. This is equivalent to the amount approved for this year’s Convention grant and what is projected for next year’s Conference! Congratulations to the top three chapters: Purdue - Alpha Ohio State – Beta…

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2019 Scholarship Award Winners AnnouncedJuly 28, 2019

At Convention, we had the privilege of providing four $1,000 scholarships. Thank you to the Scholarship Committee who volunteered to read the applications. Most importantly, thank you to all of the donors who made these scholarships possible. Merit Scholarship: Brianna Mancuso, University of Connecticut - Theta Leadership Scholarship: Alison Michalke, Cleveland State University - Colony Sarah…

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2019-2021 Board of Directors AnnouncementJuly 28, 2019

2019-2021 Board of Directors Announcement We would like to welcome the new Board of Directors for the 2019-2021 term! President: Janelle Becker, Ohio State - Beta Vice President of Programming: Victoria Platt, Ohio State - Beta Vice President of Donor Engagement: Elana Chapman, Dayton - Gamma Vice President of Publicity: Kendall Murphy, Kentucky - Epsilon Vice President of Development: Ashley…

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Nominate a Phi Rho for National Council and Foundation BoardMarch 08, 2019

The Nominating Committee is now taking nominations for National Council and Foundation Board of Director positions. Know a fantastic Phi Rho? Nominate her today! Position descriptions, expectations, and the application can be found in the Sisters Only portion of the Phi Sigma Rho Sorority website. All applications are due by February 15. Questions can be directed to Lindsay Gelorme at NCAdvisor…

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The More You Shop, The More You Give!March 08, 2019

Give back to Phi Sigma Rho by shopping with Amazon. By making your everyday purchases through AmazonSmile, a small portion of your purchase will be donated to the Phi Sigma Rho Foundation when its selected as your philanthropy of choice. Prime User? Enjoy all the benefits of AmazonPrime while making your dollar go farther! What are you waiting for? Start shopping and start giving back today!

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New Philanthropy & Service Scholarships AnnouncedMarch 08, 2019

Have you heard?! The Phi Sigma Rho Foundation has announced a new scholarship based around philanthropy and service! The Philanthropy and Service Scholarship is given to a sister who has actively participated in the chapter’s philanthropy and service project for a minimum of 10 hours of community service this academic year, and meaningful participation in Phi Sigma Rho and/or other activities…

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Phi Sigma Rho Foundation raises $5,252 in End of Year CampaignDecember 27, 2018

With the new year coming, our 2018 End of Year Campaign is wrapping up. The Foundation set a goal of raising $9,000, and thanks to our generous donors, we've met over half of this goal. The funds raised during this campaign will go toward funding scholarships for exceptional sisters, supporting grants to the Sorority for LEAP sessions at the Conference and Convention, and providing resources to…

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2018 Scholarship Winners AnnouncedJune 23, 2018

Each year, the Foundation awards three $1,000 scholarships to exceptional Phi Rho sisters. We were pleased to award the 2018 scholarships at National Leadership Conference at Penn State last month, as follows: Riley Blumenfield - Merit Scholarship Camille Stuczynski - Leadership Scholarship Amy Ostrem - Sarah Rogers McClure Memorial Scholarship Congratulations, ladies! Keep an eye out here on the…

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