President's Message

 A Warm Welcome from Your Southwest Houston Beta Sigma Phi Sisters!

Hello, and welcome! I'm so thrilled you've found your way to our Southwest Houston City Council of Beta Sigma Phi website. As the President for 2025-2026, it's my honor to extend a personal invitation to explore what makes our sisterhood so special.

When you join Beta Sigma Phi, you become part of a lifelong sisterhood – a community built on a shared commitment to pursuing a life worth living, embracing the growth of continued learning, and cherishing the unwavering support and love of friendship. We are women who desire to uplift one another and our communities, all while striving to become the best versions of ourselves through educational and cultural enrichment.

Beta Sigma Phi is a non-collegiate, non-sectarian, and non-political sorority founded in 1931. Our motto, "Life, Learning, and Friendship," truly captures our essence. We are an international organization, offering women aged 18 and up a unique opportunity for friendship development, cultural enrichment, and community outreach. Joining us means becoming part of a lifelong sisterhood with thousands of friends across the globe, not to mention the special bond with your local chapter and sisters here in our council. Our Southwest Houston City Council is a vibrant tapestry woven from individual chapters, each brimming with caring and diverse women. Whether you reside in Sugar Land, Katy, Missouri City, Richmond, or the surrounding areas, we believe you'll find a welcoming home among us.

My Journey: A Place Just for Me

For over 40 years, Beta Sigma Phi has been my personal sanctuary. When I joined as a newlywed, needing something just for myself amidst a demanding job and new life, my sisters became my "Angels of Friendship." They've been my constant support through every significant moment: from a new marriage and a new baby to career changes, divorce, earning a college degree as a single mom, finding love again, and celebrating grandbabies. Beta Sigma Phi is still the main thing I do just for myself – a place to connect, learn, and grow.

More Than Friendship: Giving Back and Member Benefits

While friendship is our cornerstone, our members also actively engage in service projects and philanthropic endeavors. Internationally, we've supported efforts like the Statue of Liberty restoration and donated extensively to cancer research and other charities. Beyond these meaningful contributions, members enjoy a wealth of benefits, including scholarships, travel discounts, a Bed & Breakfast program, and opportunities to attend inspiring conventions.

Join Our Sisterhood!

I truly believe Beta Sigma Phi is a place for you to find the best friends of your life! We're actively welcoming new members in Southwest Houston and would love for you to experience our warm, caring community firsthand.

On behalf of all my sisters, I wholeheartedly invite you to join us for one of our upcoming events or meetings. Come and experience the warmth, the laughter, and the genuine camaraderie that defines Beta Sigma Phi. We eagerly look forward to meeting you!

I am thy sister,

Jeanne Melton

SWHCC President 2025-2026