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Phi Beta Psi

Beta Sigma Chapter in Venice, Florida. We are a civic organization of women dedicated to cancer research through leadership, community action, and heartfelt service.

$12M+
Raised nationally for cancer research since 1904.
$27K
Donated last season by Beta Sigma in Venice.
$93K
Total raised locally in the past four years.

Who is Phi Beta Psi?

Founded in Columbus, Ohio in 1904, Phi Beta Psi is a national organization and not affiliated with a college or university. It began with six women who built a civic sisterhood centered on service and community. Today, 61 chapters and more than 1,100 active members continue that legacy.

The first chapter, Alpha, held meetings at their school and shared news in the school paper. The original group was incorporated on February 15, 1904 as Phi Beta Psi.

Phi Beta Psi Beta Sigma members together at a chapter event.
Our Purpose

Grow together in friendship and charity.

Phi Beta Psi believes in diversity, equality, inclusion, and accessibility. We stand at the forefront as warriors for cancer research with courageous leadership, intentional growth, and continued service.

National Project

In 2025, the national membership awarded $572,598 in grants to six recipients, each receiving more than $95,000. Our National Project funds cancer research across new drug trials, treatment options, and all cancer types.

Volunteers and supporters attending a Phi Beta Psi fundraiser.
Making An Impact

Each chapter raises money through community events, donations, and memorials. Those funds are awarded as grants to doctors researching a cure for cancer. The strength of our impact comes from communities that believe in our cause.

We are proud of what we do and remain committed to growing our contributions each year.

Our Impact Locally

Beta Sigma serves Venice Isle Estates, a primarily snowbird community. Our season runs November through April, when we focus our fundraising on local and national projects.

During our short season we host seven major fundraising events, with 100 percent of proceeds supporting cancer research through state and national projects.

Join Us For Our 2025-2026 Events

All events support cancer research and keep our community connected.

Game Day January 20, 2026
Cancer Walk January 31, 2026
Murder Mystery Night February 17, 2026
Purse Bingo February 25, 2026
Decades Dance March 7, 2026
Fashion Show March 18, 2026
Golf Outing April 11, 2026

Contact Us

Beta Sigma Chapter, Venice, Florida

Dawn Backus
President
513-607-2970
Linda Goetz
1st Vice President
703-863-3709
Beta Sigma chapter members at a recent event.