Sigma Alpha Iota is an organization which promotes interaction among those who share a commitment to music. Members of SAI are active in all areas of music and campus life, working closely with faculty, administration, and campus groups. Alumnae members are teachers, performers, professionals, and patrons of local and national arts organizations. In addition to personal encouragement and support, members may receive scholarships, grants, and awards in many areas of music-related study. Sigma Alpha Iota has long been recognized as a leader in the field of music.
TO FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music.
TO UPHOLD the highest standards of music.
TO FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world.
TO GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members.
TO ORGANIZE the cultural life of Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth.
TO SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the member's Alma Mater.
TO ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community and fraternity life.
Supports and encourages women musicians of all ages, races, and nationalities
Supports and promotes successful and innovative educational programs in music for all stages of life
Cultivates excellence in musical performance
Promotes programs and activities that stress the love and importance of music in our lives
Recognizes technological advances in the field of music
Dedicates financial resources that ensure the continuation of programs necessary to support the objectives of the fraternity in perpetuity
Has as its members people who exemplify professional and ethical behavior in the spirit of the Sigma Alpha Iota founders
Artistry Without Boundaries: Strive to remove musical barriers within our chapters.
Harmonizing Across Generations: Support intergenerational music initiatives that connect age groups and enhance the sharing of knowledge and experience.
Community Within and Beyond the Chapter: Build a strong fraternity community that extends beyond our chapters.
Honor Ritual with Commitment: Commit to the thoughtful study and preparation of our Ritual.
Harmony through Giving: Acticely support SAI Philanthropies, Inc., our chartiable arm, by learning about and participating in its project, and by making chapter and individual donations a priority.
Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc., created in 1974 as a tax-exempt, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is the charitable arm of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraterntiy. Its mission is to promote all aspects of music creation, performance and scholarship; and encourage service for and through music on the campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world.
The mission of Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc. is to support the educational and charitable goals of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity through philanthropic endeavors.
To establish and maintain a lasting financial base for funding educational projects
To provide opportunities to build strong leaders through education and leadership training
To promote the musical growth of fraternity members and chapters
To manage financial resources to develop and sustain educational programs and initiatives
To support all aspects of music on campus, in the community, in the nation, and throughout the world
To inspire the generosity of donors in support of the organization's philanthropic musical goals
Promote all phases of music, including history, composition, performance, appreciation, and criticism, and to aid and recognize those learning or serving in any field of music
Raise the standards of all aspects of music among students and teachers in American colleges, conservatories, and universities
Develop stronger bonds of musical interest and understanding between foreign countries and the United States of America
Receive property of any kind, whether real or personal, and to administer and apply such property and the income there from exclusively for charitable, educational, and literary purposes