Philanthrophy

Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. supports a variety of charitable organizations as a part of our community service commitment. Women, children and societal issues serve as a focal point for the programming efforts of our collegiate and alumnae groups. It is our goal to collaborate with many campus organizations and philanthropic groups to share the belief in community service and instill a compassion for the hardships faced within our global family.

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation was founded in 1982 on a promise made between two sisters – Susan Goodman Komen and Nancy Goodman Brinker. Today, this foundation has become a leading institution of both education and research in the area of breast cancer on a national and international scale. Through fundraising, research grants, supporting education, screening and treatment projects in communities, this organization has become a leading and vital instrument in the eradication of breast cancer. The Komen Foundation and its Affiliate Networks currently have invested millions of dollars to this cause. Such programs include: Komen Affiliate Grant Program; Komen Foundation Award; and Research Grant Program. Furthermore, the Komen Foundation advocacy principles encompass the belief that scientific progress must be completed by sound public policy. Therefore, the foundation works to influence public policy-makers at the federal, state and local levels to increase public investment in quality breast health and breast cancer care. Currently, the Komen Foundation has over 75,000 volunteers working through a network of more than 100 U.S. and international Affiliations. In celebration of the success of the Komen Foundation, in 2003, it celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Komen Race for the Cure, a series of 112 Races in the United States and two international races, and the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walk in the world. In 2004, it is predicted 1.5 million people are expected to participate.

Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization The Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization was founded in 1978 by breast cancer patients, Mimi Kaplan and Ann Marcou, to provide peer support and fellowship to breast cancer patients. This organization has become an important mechanism for education and advocacy in the education and support for women and men dealing with breast cancer.