Delta Phi Sigma Presented with Ford Warrior Quilt for Second Consecutive Year for Hattie McDaniel Breast Cancer Awareness Tea
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pittsburgh, PA (October 9, 2024) – The Delta Phi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. located in Pittsburgh, PA was presented with a Ford Warrior Quilt by the Neighborhood Ford Store for the second consecutive year. The presentation took place prior to Sunday’s Steelers game in the Ford Fan Zone of Acrisure Stadium. This honor recognizes the chapter’s dedication to raising awareness for breast cancer through their annual Hattie McDaniel Breast Cancer Awareness Tea.
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Sorors Diamond Hill-Dupee and Edina Johnson pictured with Ford Regional Manager Dan Balestrieri and Neighborhood Ford Store Chairman Joseph Thurby.
Photo Credit: Pittsburgh Steelers
“This is the second year Shults Ford has been fortunate enough to work with the Pittsburgh chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho. Like the people of Shults Ford, these members are dedicated to their families, dedicated to their communities and dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of many. The Sisters of Sigma Gamma Rho truly deserve our gratitude,” Shults Ford owner Richard Bazzy said. Mr. Bazzy also serves on Neighborhood Ford Store’s Board of Directors.
The Neighborhood Ford Store, representing 76 Ford dealers in the region, has established a tradition of recognizing positive community impact through the presentation of Ford Warrior Quilts. Made with the help of dedicated volunteer quilters, these quilts are presented to organizations demonstrating a commitment to the battle against breast cancer.
This year’s Hattie McDaniel Breast Cancer Awareness Tea is scheduled for October 26, 2024. This annual event raises awareness for breast cancer in honor of Hattie McDaniel, the late actress, history-making Oscar recipient, and member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.— along with people all over the world affected by this condition. The event provides an opportunity to foster community and support this compelling cause.
About the Delta Phi Sigma Chapter
The Delta Phi Sigma Chapter has been serving Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania since April 10, 1976. Charted by five dynamic women, the chapter continues to build on a legacy of sisterhood, scholarship, and service.
About Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded on November 12, 1922, on the campus of Butler University in Indianapolis by Seven African American Women Educators. Sigma Gamma Rho’s commitment to service is expressed in its slogan, “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” The sorority has a proud history of providing positive and proactive community outreach nationally and internationally. The programs, partnerships, and sponsorships represent Sigma Gamma Rho’s commitment to promoting the greater good in education, service, and leadership development.
For additional information and/or press inquiries please contact:
Taylor Hopkins, Public Relations Lead (dps1922@gmail.com)
Delta Phi Sigma Chapter
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated