Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
WE ARE THE MIGHTY EAST
The Eastern Region is the birthplace Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., January 9, 1914, by three young African-American male students. The Founders, Honorable A. Langston Taylor, Honorable Leonard F. Morse, and Honorable Charles I. Brown, wanted to organize a Greek letter fraternity that would truly exemplify the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service. The Eastern Region is proud to have chapter from Virginia up to Maine, and also in Africa, Europe, the United Kingdom, and the US Virgin Islands.
The Men of The Eastern Region
Our Cause Speeds ON ITS WAY
Our Programs
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., is an international organization comprised of 225,000 college-educated men, and built primarily on the ideology of promoting Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service. Over its one hundred plus years of existence, the Fraternity has focused on improving the global community through dedicated service. This focus has compelled the development of the organization’s four main programs: Bigger and Better Business, Education, Social Action and Sigma Beta Clubs.
EDUCATION
The program focuses on providing a variety of services to alumni and collegiate members of the Fraternity, which in turn translates to services to local communities. In-house programs include providing scholarships, conferences, college fairs, mentoring and tutoring at local, regional and national levels.
SOCIAL ACTION
Formed in 1934, the Social Action program was conceived by Bro. Elmo M. Anderson to focus on improving the general wellbeing of disenfranchised people. The mission of the International Social Action Program is to encourage social, political and philanthropic leadership which strengthens our respective communities.
BIGGER & BETTER BUSINESS
Bigger and Better Business became the first national program of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. It was first introduced at the Tenth Anniversary Conclave, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (December 1924). When Bigger and Better Business was adopted as a national program, special emphasis was placed on encouraging and promoting Negro businesses.
SIGMA BETA CLUBS
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity became the first Greek organization to develop a youth auxiliary group on April 23, 1954, under the direction of Dr. Parlett L. Moore. Throughout its existence, Sigma Beta Clubs have been an essential part of the total organizational structure of many of the Alumni chapters of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and offers men of Sigma a unique opportunity to develop wholesome value, leadership skills, and social and cultural awareness of youth.
More about the MIGHTY Eastern Region
Empowering Generations of Men to Believe in Advocacy, Community Service, and Engagement
States/Areas
The Eastern Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. spans 13 states and two countries, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., as well as Germany, the United Kingdom, Africa, and the US Virgin Islands, uniting brothers worldwide in service and brotherhood.
Membership
Membership in Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is open to men of strong character who embody Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service. The Eastern Region seeks leaders committed to academic excellence, community impact, and lifelong service. Preferred brothers are those driven to inspire change, uplift others, and uphold the fraternity’s legacy of excellence.
Collegiate Corner
The Eastern Region's collegiate members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. exemplify leadership, scholarship, and service on campuses and in communities. These young leaders uphold the fraternity’s principles through academic excellence, impactful programs, and a commitment to social action, embodying the spirit of Brotherhood as they prepare to lead and serve globally.
Distinguished Service Chapter
The Distinguished Service Chapter (DSC) is Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.’s highest honor, recognizing brothers with exceptional, lifelong contributions to the fraternity and society. Members of the DSC in the Eastern Region exemplify unparalleled leadership, service, and dedication, embodying the true essence of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service.
PBS Award
The Larry A. Mungin Prominent Brother Service Award is the Eastern Region's highest honor, recognizing brothers who exemplify exceptional leadership, dedication, and service to Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and their communities in the Eastern Region. Recipients embody the fraternity's principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service, setting a standard of excellence for all to follow.
History
The Eastern Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., established in 1919, is the fraternity's first and oldest region. Rich in history and tradition, it spans 13 states and multiple countries, fostering Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service through impactful leadership and programs that have shaped communities for over a century.
Our Cause Magazine
The Our Cause Magazine is the official publication of the Eastern Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., showcasing regional achievements, programs, and impactful stories. It highlights the work of brothers and chapters, celebrating the fraternity’s commitment to Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service while inspiring engagement and excellence across the region.
Military
The Eastern Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. proudly honors its military brothers who serve with distinction in the armed forces. These dedicated men exemplify Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service through their leadership, sacrifice, and commitment to both their country and the fraternity, embodying the highest ideals of Sigma.