Sigma Kappa Philanthropies
The Riverside County Alumnae Chapter participates with our local collegiate
chapter, Theta Epsilon, in various philanthropic activities. The alumnae participate
in the Memory Walk to raise money for Alzheimer's research and volunteer to help
the collegians put on their philanthropy events.
Gerontology
In 1954 Sigma Kappa became the first national sorority to recognize the need for continued, comprehensive work on the study of aging and the needs of elderly populations. Collegiate and alumnae members throughout the country volunteer
their time and talent in support of numerous projects to assist and benefit the
elderly.
Alzheimer's Disease
In 1984 Sigma Kappa responded to an increasingly critical problem facing older Americans by adding Alzheimer's Disease research and education to its
philanthropic activities. Research grants are made each year to universities and other institutions actively engaged in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease.
Inherit the Earth
This program ties Sigma Kappa's interest in older citizens with its interest in the environment. Through Inherit the Earth, collegians, alumnae and older citizens
work together to improve local environments.
The Maine Sea Coast Mission
Since 1918 Sigma Kappa has paid homage to its Maine roots by supporting the activities of the Maine Sea Coast Mission. The Mission delivers critical services to people in need while striving to redress the root causes of those needs. With the
help of the 75-foot mission vessel, Sunbeam V, direct programs and services
include church and pastoral work, assistance to those in sickness and poverty, financial aid, food banks, recycled clothing shops, crisis intervention, youth
programs, and ministries in the field.
chapter, Theta Epsilon, in various philanthropic activities. The alumnae participate
in the Memory Walk to raise money for Alzheimer's research and volunteer to help
the collegians put on their philanthropy events.
Gerontology
In 1954 Sigma Kappa became the first national sorority to recognize the need for continued, comprehensive work on the study of aging and the needs of elderly populations. Collegiate and alumnae members throughout the country volunteer
their time and talent in support of numerous projects to assist and benefit the
elderly.
Alzheimer's Disease
In 1984 Sigma Kappa responded to an increasingly critical problem facing older Americans by adding Alzheimer's Disease research and education to its
philanthropic activities. Research grants are made each year to universities and other institutions actively engaged in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease.
Inherit the Earth
This program ties Sigma Kappa's interest in older citizens with its interest in the environment. Through Inherit the Earth, collegians, alumnae and older citizens
work together to improve local environments.
The Maine Sea Coast Mission
Since 1918 Sigma Kappa has paid homage to its Maine roots by supporting the activities of the Maine Sea Coast Mission. The Mission delivers critical services to people in need while striving to redress the root causes of those needs. With the
help of the 75-foot mission vessel, Sunbeam V, direct programs and services
include church and pastoral work, assistance to those in sickness and poverty, financial aid, food banks, recycled clothing shops, crisis intervention, youth
programs, and ministries in the field.