Located in a beautiful white veranada southern mansion, the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority is a tight-knit group of women who strive for sisterhood, camaraderie, and excellence in academics, character, and community service. Founded at Syracuse University in 1904, the Gamma Alpha chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta was brought to UGA in 1923. Its philanthropy is the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation, which raises funds for all aspects of the diabetes cause. The Alpha Gams put on annual concerts in historic downtown Athens venues in order to raise money for the foundation. Around campus, the ladies are active in a wide variety of activities and organizations such as, competition cheerleading, student government, University Union, Relay for Life, and the Georgettes. Around Athens, the ladies are active participants with Athens Canine Rescue, mentoring and tutoring programs, and health organizations, among many others.