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Family

Equitable
Change

Overview

The Yellow Tea Rose Foundation, Inc., established on April 5, 2021, is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, non-profit organization. The foundation serves as the charitable arm of the Theta Omega Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

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Our Mission
The Yellow Tea Rose Foundation, Inc., in collaboration with the Theta Omega Sigma chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., provides programs and services to the most economically and educationally marginalized members of our community. Through action, education, and service, the foundation seeks to create an equitable Rochester by furthering Sigma Gamma Rho's motto, "Greater Service, Greater Progress."

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Our Vision

To ignite and accelerate equitable change in the greater Rochester region.

Meet the Board

Our Board is comprised of active sorority members with expertise in a wide range of areas, including training, advocacy, education, finance, law, fund development, and business management. The Board meets monthly and it is responsible for effective governance and strategic growth of the foundation.

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Taneika Thompson

President

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Vanessa
Ryland-Buntley

Public Relations Chair

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Bridgette
Jones-Waters

Treasurer

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Torri
Cowans

Programs Chair

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August
Dunlop

Secretary

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Trina
Duncan

Board Member

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