Bro. Quentin Hatcher
Advisor
Sigma Beta Club
Birmingham Sigmas Sigma Beta Club
The National Sigma Beta Club Foundation was incorporated on June 1, 2005. It was organized for the purpose of developing policies and procedures for the operation of the of Sigma Beta Clubs, the youth affiliate entity of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. Our Sigma Beta Club members consist of young males between the ages of 8 and 18, which is organized with the expressed purpose of insuring that the goals and objectives of the Sigma Beta Clubs are implemented in an organized and unified method. The Sigma Beta Clubs of Phi Beta Sigma offer unique opportunities to exemplify wholesome values, leadership skills, educational enhancement, business training and development, and social and cultural awareness to male youths at a most critical stage in their personal development. The Foundation is responsible for approving the charters of Alumni Chapters within the seven regions of the fraternity and for establishing and promoting programs, projects and activities within Sigma Beta Clubs, inclusive of providing training of chapters and advisors, inclusive of organizing and conducting seminars, and forums for the certification of advisors It also conducts award and recognition programs in recognition of the achievements and accomplishments of Sigma Beta Club Chapters, Advisors and Members. One of the primary functions of the Foundation is to obtain funding to help facilitate the Foundation’s programs and activities for Sigma Beta Clubs and to identify and obtain funding sources to promote Sigma Beta Club activities within the various Sigma Beta Club chapters throughout the Fraternity.
Our mission
What the Sigma Beta Club stands for
The Next Generation of Leaders Accepting the Responsibility and Loving the Challenge.
Our programs
Programs and initiatives
Sigma Beta Club develops young leaders through education, healthy choices, business awareness, service, and enrichment.
Education
Academic Enrichment & Mentoring
Club members receive academic assistance and leadership development at the elementary, middle and high school levels. This happens through one-on-one and group approaches to tutoring of Sigma Beta Club members and after school and weekend tutoring by Alumni and Collegiate members in various academic and professional disciplines. Additionally, Sigma Beta Clubs develop partnerships with local institutions, inclusive of colleges and universities, community colleges and trade schools.
Social Action
Sigma Against Teenage Pregnancy Plus
The primary area of focus of the SATAPP Program is providing Sigma Beta Club members with tools they need to make smart choices about healthy lifestyles that will help lead to responsible fatherhood later in life.
Bigger and Better Business
Job Training, Savings and Investment
Club members increase their awareness of business ownership as well as the importance of saving and investing at an early age. Club members also learn about various professions via internships, job shadowing, and other avenues to visit job sites.
Childhood Obesity & Health and Wellness
Childhood Obesity Initiative
The Sigma Beta Club Foundation’s Child Obesity Initiative focuses on the mind, body, and spirit. The primary objective is reducing weight and reversing the poor health of adolescents at an early age through the following principles:
- Stepping into shape
- Eating healthy
- Exercising daily
- Knowing the obesity facts
- Learning how to grow your own food
- Self-esteem matters
- Advocacy
Special Programs and Projects
Community Service
Sigma Beta Club members are required to conduct a variety of community service projects. These may include but are not limited to serving the elderly, March of Dimes: March for Babies, Sickle Cell Centers, visiting children in hospitals, volunteering at their library, working with children with disabilities, cleaning up their neighborhood, etc.
In addition to our organization-wide initiatives, local clubs also participate in a variety of enrichment programs that cover the following categories:
- Cultural: art shows, plays, concerts, museums
- Social: parties, parent’s day, cook-outs, movies
- Athletic: football, baseball, golf, basketball, bowling
What's next
Upcoming events
Sigma Beta Club activities, workshops, and community service opportunities.
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Get involved
Interested in Sigma Beta Club?
The Tau Sigma Chapter welcomes interest from young men and their families throughout the year. Our annual Sigma Beta Club intake period is held December through January. Complete the interest form below to join our prospective member list and receive information about upcoming meetings, activities, and the next intake cycle.
Reach the director
Program director contact
Bro. Gerald McCurdy
Meet the team
Club advisors
Bro. Tony Ellis
Advisor
Bro. Rodrick Elliott
Advisor
Bro. Joseph Fenderson
Advisor
Bro. Edward McKinney
Advisor
Bro. Patrick Knight Sr.
Advisor
Bro. Taril Slater
Advisor
Bro. Al Page
Advisor
Bro. Reginald Williams
Alabama SBC Coordinator