It is a student organization involved in community service, school service, and scholarship fundraising. Alpha Gamma Sigma is open to all Santa Ana College students regardless of major, and involves no academic program. Students receive membership recognition on their transcripts for each semester they are members. Alpha Gamma Sigma offers opportunities for developing leadership skills as well as forging friendships with some of Santa Ana College's best students. Scholarships are offered on both the local and state levels for active members, and some four-year institutions have special scholarship opportunities for society members.
Members also receive special recognition at graduation.