Why is dg an anchor

Delta Gammas all over the country work to serve blind and visually impaired individuals of all ages. The Delta Gamma Foundation has provided millions of dollars to our four Delta Gamma schools for visually impaired children, as well as other organizations who provide services to the visually impaired. Delta Gammas nationally have completed over , Service for Sight volunteer hours each year. We raise money through a number of philanthropy events during the year. The outfits, the routines and the competition of both individual and team races in the pool are highly entertaining.

We are looking forward to beginning Anchorbowl next year! The Executive Offices will continue to work with the individual chapters to ensure that all policies and procedures are followed at all times. Welcome Home. Article II, written by our Founders in , states: "The objects of this Fraternity shall be to foster high ideals of friendship among women, to promote their educational and cultural interests, to create in them a true sense of social responsibility and to develop in them the best qualities of character.

A few years before she died, Founder Mary Comfort Leonard described the first pin: "We went to a local jeweler and had our pin made-the letter 'H,' which stood for hope, for we hoped great results and have not been disappointed…" - The Shield. Read about our house. Philanthropy Service for Sight. Colors Bronze, Pink and Blue.

Our Symbols Our symbol is the anchor, the age-old symbol for hope. Our Values As articulated in Article II of our Constitution, the objects of this fraternity shall be to foster high ideals of friendship among women, to promote their educational and cultural interests, to create a true sense of social responsibility and develop in them the best qualities of character.

Back to Top. Wish List. Other Ways to Give. Schedule a Tour. Meet a few of the DG's involved with Anchor Center. Delta Gamma Delta Gamma's Story. DG Profiles. Volunteer Opportunities. More info on Delta Gamma's Service for Sight. Volunteer Opportunities Anchor Center offers many opportunities for collegiate and alumnae Delta Gammas to volunteer.