Pi Beta Phi

Chapter Overview & History

Since 1867, Pi Beta Phi has ensured women have the support of sincere friends, opportunities to lead and the inspiration to achieve their goals. We’re proud of our heritage and honor the legacy of Pi Phis who have come before us. Sisters coming together to support each other is as relevant today as when our 12 courageous founders formed the first women’s fraternity.

Friendship has been at the core of Pi Phi sisterhood for more than 150 years. Now, more than 300,000 members strong, we cultivate relationships through shared experiences and values. We prioritize philanthropic work and maintain a century-long commitment to bettering society through literacy service. Our premier programming and member events promote personal, intellectual and leadership growth and provide Pi Phis a place to develop and practice their skills. Our members know Pi Phi sisterhood lasts a lifetime. Whether serving as volunteers or staying connected through an alumnae club, our members remain dedicated to Pi Phi long after college. 

• W&M Charter Day: September 26, 1925
• Chapter Colors: Wine & Silver Blue
• Housing: On-campus chapter house 

Philanthropy & Service

• Pi Phi focuses on Read > Lead > Achieve, a national initiative supporting literacy and education
  through. We also have the Pi Beta Phi Foundation in order to promote literacy across North
  America by providing books, tutors, and monetary donations to literacy focused
  organizations.
• Locally the chapter also supports literacy programs and schools through book drives and volunteering. In addition, we take the power of reading a step further by partnering with The Arc of Greater Williamsburg. The Arc of Greater Williamsburg is a local nonprofit organization that provides services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Pi Phi has partnered with them to develop a literacy tutoring program in which sisters meet bi-weekly with Arc clients to practice reading, comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills. 
• 2024–2025 Impact: $2,844.92 raised & 3,089 hours of service
  • These  funds were raised through initiatives like Pitch it with Pi Phi and Pi Phest. 

Membership Information

• Chapter Dues
  • Fall New Member (2025): $542
  • Spring New Member (2026): $538
  • Fall Returning Member (2025): $458
  • Spring Returning Member (2026): $411

William & Mary Awards

• FSL Philanthropy of the Year (2024)

Pi Beta Phi National Awards

• Chapter Centennial Celebration (2025)

Member Testimonials

“Going into college I did not think I would join a sorority, but during orientation I found that most of my hall mates had signed up, so I decided to give it a try. The first day I was overwhelmed, but I found there was one house that left me energized. It was the house on the far left corner of sorority court. My recruitment counselor told me that it was Pi Beta Phi. The next day, I returned to the house and spoke to such kind, funny, and thoughtful people. I soon knew that was where I would end up. One week after bid day, I told my grandfather about the sorority I joined and I was shocked to find out that it was the same one my grandmother was a part of at the University of Massachusetts. I was glad to find a part of home during such a pivotal transition period and I’m thankful to Pi Phi for introducing me to some of my biggest role models and best friends!” - Caroline Page ‘26

“Pi Phi has always made me feel loved and supported. From my first days of recruitment, where round after round sisters would come back to talk to me and mention things that even I had forgotten we’d talked about, to movie nights with the house girls and chaotic pham dinners, Pi Phi has always been the group of people that’s felt like home to me." - Anna Finn 25

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