2. Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship
Incorporated ® was founded on October 12,
1962, by 14 young black men at Morgan State
College (Now a state University) in Baltimore,
Maryland. The “ Great Eight ” Black Greek
organizations of the National Pan-Hellenic
Council were established long before this
period, but in the turmoil of the 1960’s these 14
young men felt the need to create a new and
progressive force in our society that would
address the needs of the emerging Black
community.
This organization was to be based on
Afrocentric pride and principles in the hope of
continuing the process of uplifting the Black
man, the Black community, and society overall.
Although in our beginnings our membership
consisted entirely of African Americans, over
the course of the following years, we have come
to gain members of various cultural and ethnic

3. The purpose of this organization is to
promote academic awareness and
good ethical standards; to promote
unity and fellowship among
college and graduate level men; to
create intelligent and effective
leadership; to study and alleviate
those social and economic
problems concerning boys and
men in order to improve the
stature of mankind.
®

5. The term we use to describe ourselves in a organizational context is “Non-
Greek.” As such, we often find ourselves having to explain why we have the
symbol “Phi” in our name. In regards to our use of the symbol “Phi” we have
come to adopt the following meaning:
In the book “Secrets of the Great Pyramids” by Peter Thompkins, we are
told that the ancient Khemet people of Africa (more popularly known as the
ancient Egyptians) originated “Phi” as a symbol of the creative properties of
the male reproductive system and more loosely as “reproduction in an
endless series.” It was a symbolic representation of the “Fire of Life”. This
symbol of fertility was adopted in our name to stand for our continual
growth and development. Our “Phi” should in no way be confused with the
Greek symbol “Phi”, which takes on the same look but a totally different
meaning.

6. The seeds of education, community service, dedication, commitment and brotherhood
were planted by our 14 Founders, and continue to enhance the quality of the Fellowship
and the communities in which we live. Through the conviction and practice of those
beliefs at our side, the Fellowship's contributions to society and its membership have
increased to new dimensions.
To better serve our communities, the men of Groove Phi Groove S.F.I.® have pledged to
support endeavors that project positive images of Black-American men, and which
accomplish the goal of moving us and men of every race and ethnic background
forward. This is an increasingly important challenge during a period when many others
are content only to focus on the negative elements, and to see us lose those
achievements that bare the anguish, blood and lives of the many Black-Americans who
were essential in building this nation.

7. Our National Founders attributed the significance of the letters and
colors of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship Inc. ® to the African
American’s economic, political, and social living conditions. The
colors black and white have principal importance to the Fellowship by
symbolizing the idea of balancing life-forces. The letter is meant to
acknowledge the belief in a higher power that is infinite.

8. Despite these disruptive factors, the men of Groove Phi Groove S.F.I.®
have accepted the challenge and recognize that our successes will be
significantly influenced by our ability to serve as role models who can infuse
positive moral values in our children, and those young Black- American men
who may not have the benefit of a strong male influence in their lives.
The members of Groove Phi Groove S.F.I.® will continually strive to set the
right example by doing our best, pulling our weight, and keeping the best
interest of our families, communities and the Fellowship first and foremost in
our hearts and minds. The strength of our brotherhood can only be measured
by the ties that bond us.

9. …
Montclair State University NOVA Grad Scholarship Fundraiser
Bowie State University
Howard University Morgan State University

10. S m o o v e Grooves
University Massachusetts

11. 2006 Under Graduate Conference, Howard University

12. Detroit Groove Phi Groove Graduate Chapter
Donating cloths and food to the homeless Community Service and Fellowship builds Men
Young people Literacy Program at Cook
Elementary

13. .
Fl. Harry Smith, one of the founding charter
members, welcomes new member into G Phi G.
Fl. Craig Muhammad and Fl. Jeff Wafer
mentoring young men in the Juvenile
Correctional Department of the State
of MI.

14.  Fl. Terrence Willis, Owner – IC Data Company
(Corporate IT Company) TOP TEN START-UP’S IN
MICHIGAN (Global Entrepreneur)
 Fl. Odis L. Bellinger, – Clinical Services Manager,
Juvenile Justice Dept.(MI)
 Fl. Bilal Craig Mohammad – NOI, Detroit
 Fl. Dr. Anthony Williams – Ohio Valley
 Fl. Victor Henderson Esq. – Attorney At Law,
Chicago
 Fl. Rev. Kenny Johnson . – Minister, Pittsburgh
 Fl. Tyrone Turner . – Nuclear Engineer, Pittsburgh
 Fl. Jeff Wafer – L.P.N. Nurse, Detroit
 Fl. Dorian Harvey – Real Estate, Entrepreneur
Detroit
 Fl. Harold Sullivan – AT&T Marketing,
Entrepreneur

15. Currently, Groove Phi Groove's membership numbers are over 35,000 and it includes persons of diverse
backgrounds and occupations such as, although not limited to: Certified Public Accountants, Elected
Government Officials, Political Scientists, Engineers, Stock Brokers, Doctors, Firemen, Entrepreneurs,
Lawyers, Librarians, Athletes, Programmers, and Skilled Craftsmen. Because we are so diverse in many
occupations Groove is no stranger to networking or community service. The organization also boasts 50
graduate and 100 undergraduate chapters located throughout the United States and England. Many of these
chapters have received special recognition for their community service and outreach efforts .
 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND- Groove Phi Groove S.F.I. will attempt to alleviate some of the financial
burdens placed on young African American men entering college this year by introducing its Groove Phi
Groove College Scholarship Award.
 COLLEGE TEXTBOOK SCHOLARSHIP- Groove Phi Groove S.F.I. will attempt to alleviate some of the
financial burdens placed on young African American men entering college this year by introducing its
Groove Phi Groove College Textbook Scholarship Award.
 BOYS & GIRLS of DC- For years, Groove Phi Groove has both financially sponsored & supported
many Non-Profit organizations in addition to providing their physical presence at major events
such as their annual fund raising dinners and events. This coming year, Groove Phi Groove S.F.I.
will try to further their support by making regular visits to the playing the clubs throughout the
District of Columbia in support of the kids and bringing them refreshments or raising money for
equipment occasion.
 HIV/AIDS Awareness- Groove Phi Groove S.F.I. will attempt bring some form of awareness to the
community through supporting AIDS funding and testing throughout the District.
District.
 VOTER'S REGISTRATION DRIVE- Groove Phi Groove S.F.I. will attempt to organize and support our
communities on registering to vote and getting to the poles and how their vote can make a difference.
difference

16. Jeff Wafer - Great Lakes Regional Director
Members of the Directorate Staff, regional directors are responsible for the
overall growth and administration of chapters in their respective regions,
including the members of those chapters. Regional directors and their
assistants are primarily responsible for representing the Fellowship to
graduate chapters, colleges, and universities in their regions and acting as
agents of the National President.
 Wiberforce University, Bulldog III Chapter
 Central State University, Marauder Chapter
 Miami University of Ohio, Redhawk II Chapter
 Chicago State University, Cougar II Chapter
 West Virginia University (institute, West Virginia),
Yellowjacket II Chapter
 West Virginia State Virtual Chapter
 Metro Detroit Undergrad Chapter
 Detroit Graduate Chapter, MI
 Chicago Graduate Chapter, IL
 Charleston WV Graduate Chapter, WV
 Ohio Valley Graduate Chapter, OH

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