MidwestDiva,
In essence... they are 2 different things. An honorary Member is still a soror... an affiliate is an affiliate.
Sisterfriend PositivelyAKA
If I didnt know any better, I'd think that your comment about certain orgs "needing" support was an insult. But I know that's not that case.

Philos arent NEEDED for support. We may use them as a resource, but in reality, WE are their support. We encourage them to obtain their degrees. We serve as examples for them. Sigma Gamma Rho's existence does not rest upon our Affiliates.
Much love to the Philo and Rhoer Clubs of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Anyone would be lucky to have you... but we were bold enought to create you.
Until the Dawn...
SoloRHO