Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter Marks 12th Year Supporting WRAL Coats for the Children Day of Giving
2025-11-12 - 2025-12-31 | NC
Raleigh, NC — The Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., together with the Beta Lambda Sigma Charitable Foundation, proudly announces its 12th consecutive year participating in the annual WRAL Coats for the Children Day of Giving, benefitting The Salvation Army. As temperatures drop and winter approaches, the chapter remains steadfast in its commitment to helping keep children across the Triangle warm.
“For many families, a winter coat is more than a necessity – it’s security, comfort, and relief,” said Celeste Brown, President of the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter. “We are honored to continue this annual tradition of service and to support children who need us most.”
Thousands of children in the region lack proper winter gear, and community support is essential. All proceeds collected by the Beta Lambda Sigma Charitable Foundation go directly to WRAL Coats for the Children.

How to Support:
Tax-deductible donations may be made at https://www.raleighsgrho.org/blscf.
Select “Donate” and designate your gift to “Coats for the Children.”
Tune In:
Join WRAL or visit WRAL.com on December 19 at 6:00 AM as the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. kick off this year’s telethon in support of the campaign.
For more information about Beta Lambda Sigma’s community efforts, visit www.raleighsgrho.org.

ABOUT
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated (ΣΓΡ) was organized on November 12, 1922, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by seven young educators. This organization was founded on and continues to be steadfastly committed to the tenets of excellence in Scholarship, Sisterhood and Service. Sigma Gamma Rho has welcomed more than 100,000 collegiate and professional women from every profession. The sorority has more than 500 chapters around the world. Sigma Gamma Rho has a proud legacy of providing positive and proactive community leadership and support as indicated by the sorority’s international slogan, “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” For more information, please visit sgrho1922.org.

Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter was chartered on December 10, 1949, by teachers dedicated to educating youth in their community in Raleigh, North Carolina. The chapter consists of retired and active members in education, healthcare, business, mental health, media, marketing, city government, and more. Beta Lambda Sigma Raleigh Alumnae Chapter supports the national programs of the sorority, including Operation BigBookBag, Swim 1922, Project Cradle Care, and Youth Symposium. For more information about the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter, please visit https://www.raleighsgrho.org/.

Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Launches 2026 Greater Impact Scholarship
2026-01-29 08:00 - 2026-03-29 17:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Raleigh, NC — The Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the BLS Charitable Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 Greater Impact Scholarship, an initiative designed to support and empower young women pursuing higher education. The Greater Impact Scholarship is open to young ladies graduating from high school in Wake County who plan to enroll in a four-year college/university or a community college beginning Fall 2026. This scholarship reflects the chapter and foundation’s collective commitment to educational advancement, leadership development, and service within the community.
Eligible students are encouraged to apply beginning January 29, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. Applications must be submitted no later than March 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Interested applicants can apply by scanning the QR code on promotional materials or by visiting https://bit.ly/BLSGreater26.
Through the Greater Impact Scholarship, the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter and BLS Charitable Foundation continue their missions of fostering academic excellence and creating meaningful opportunities for future leaders. They look forward to supporting the educational journeys of deserving students across Wake County.
For additional information or questions regarding the scholarship, please visit the chapter website, follow the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and BLS Charitable
Foundation on social media, or contact scholarship@raleighsgrho.org.
ABOUT
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated (ΣΓΡ) was organized on November 12, 1922, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by seven young educators. This organization was founded on and continues to be steadfastly committed to the tenets of excellence in Scholarship, Sisterhood and Service. Sigma Gamma Rho has welcomed more than 100,000 collegiate and professional women from every
profession. The sorority has more than 500 chapters around the world. Sigma Gamma Rho has a proud legacy of providing positive and proactive community leadership and support as indicated by
the sorority’s international slogan, “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” For more information, please visit sgrho1922.org.
Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter was chartered on December 10, 1949, by teachers dedicated to educating youth in their community in Raleigh, North Carolina. The chapter consists of retired and active members in education, healthcare, business, mental health, media, marketing, city government, and more. Beta Lambda Sigma Raleigh Alumnae Chapter supports the national programs of the sorority, including Operation BigBookBag, Swim 1922, Project Cradle Care, and Youth Symposium. For more information about the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter, please visit https://www.raleighsgrho.org/.
BLS Charitable Foundation (BLSCF) serves as the charitable arm of the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Established in 2020, BLSCF is a 501(c)(3) organization and is the primary funder of Beta Lambda Sigma’s service programs which focus on youth empowerment, health and wellness, and educational enrichment. BLSCF also provides scholarships to deserving and exemplary college-bound high school seniors and continuing college students in North Carolina.

Claim Your Power-Own Your Political Voice
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Watts Chapel, 3703 Tryon Road, Raleigh, 27606, United States
We invite you to register for Claim Your Power: Own Your Political Voice, an upcoming event hosted and sponsored by Watts Chapel Political Awareness Ministry. This event equips people of faith and conscience to turn what matters to them into influence—and belief into impact.
When you register, please also complete the accompanying survey. This is more than a form; it is a declaration that your voice matters. Together, we ensure that our collective voices—not political convenience or powerful insiders—shape what comes next.
This is a moment that calls for courage, clarity, and commitment.

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter to Host “Know. Protect. Defend.” Program for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
2026-04-04 14:00 - 16:30 | 5857 Barwell Park Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610, 5857 Barwell Park Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
Raleigh, NC — April 4, 2026 — The GREATER women of the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. will host Know. Protect. Defend., a community program focused on
raising awareness of sexual assault on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
This impactful event is designed to educate, equip, and encourage meaningful conversations that help participants identify sexual assault and learn strategies to protect themselves. The program will
feature a panel discussion with representatives from the Special Victims Unit of the Raleigh Police Department, WakeMed, and InterAct, offering expert insight into prevention, advocacy, and available community resources.
Following the panel discussion, attendees will participate in a self-defense class led by LaShonda Hopkins, providing practical techniques to help women strengthen their personal safety and
confidence.
The event is open to women ages 18 and older.
Event Details
Event: Know. Protect. Defend. – Self-Defense Program
Hosted by: Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Location: 5857 Barwell Park Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610
Tickets: $15 (space is limited)
Register here:
https://www.raleighsgrho.org/event-details/know-protect-defend-self-defense-class
“As women dedicated to service and empowerment, the GREATER women of the Beta Lambda Sigma chapter remain committed to creating spaces that educate and uplift our community,” said Celeste Brown, Basileus. “Know. Protect. Defend. will provide participants with knowledge, resources, and practical tools to help protect themselves and support survivors.”
Through initiatives like this, the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter continues to advance Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s mission of community service, education, and advocacy throughout the Raleigh area.
ABOUT
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated (ΣΓΡ) was organized on November 12, 1922, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by seven young educators. This organization was founded on and continues to
be steadfastly committed to the tenets of excellence in Scholarship, Sisterhood and Service. Sigma Gamma Rho has welcomed more than 100,000 collegiate and professional women from every
profession. The sorority has more than 500 chapters around the world. Sigma Gamma Rho has a proud legacy of providing positive and proactive community leadership and support as indicated by
the sorority’s international slogan, “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” For more information, please visit sgrho1922.org.

Wake County Public Libraries Hosts Juneteenth Engagement Event for New Southgate Community Library
2026-05-19 17:00 - 21:00 | John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
RALEIGH, N.C. — Wake County Public Libraries will host a second community engagement pop-up event as part of Juneteenth celebrations, inviting residents to contribute input on the development of the new Southgate Community Library.
The event will be held on June 19, 2026, from 5–9 p.m. at John Chavis Memorial Park (505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27601).
This engagement opportunity allows Southeast Raleigh residents to share their ideas for programs, services and design elements that will shape the future library. Community input remains a central component of the planning process, ensuring the new facility serves as a valuable and responsive resource.
A digital survey is also available for those unable to attend in person, accessible via QR code on promotional materials.
For more information, please refer to the official announcement from Wake County Public Libraries.

Wake County Public Libraries Hosts Community Pop-Up for New Southgate Community Library at Montague Plaza
2026-05-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Montague Plaza, 2718 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
RALEIGH, N.C. — Wake County Public Libraries, in partnership with its design team, invites Southeast Raleigh residents to participate in a community engagement pop-up event to help shape the future of the new Southgate Community Library.
The event will take place on May 24, 2026, from 1–4 p.m. at Montague Plaza (2718 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610).
Community members are encouraged to share their ideas, priorities and vision for the new library, including desired programs, services and building features. Feedback gathered will play a key role in guiding the design and development of a space that reflects the needs of the Southeast Raleigh community.
Residents who are unable to attend in person may also provide input by completing a digital survey available via QR code on promotional materials.
For more information, please refer to the official announcement from Wake County Public Libraries.
