The Pearl Foundation, Incorporated was incorporated in 1998 under the laws of the State of Maryland as the charitable affiliate  of the Iota Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

The purposes of the Pearl Foundation, Inc. (Corporation) are stated in Article III of The Pearl Foundation, Inc., Articles of Incorporation dated February 3,1998. The purposes stated in the Article III of the Articles of Incorporation include, among other activities, raising funds to support broad educational,charitable, and community service programs and performing related services.Article III examples of proper use of Corporation funds include: assisting families and seniors; advancing the cultural arts; promoting economic well-being; awarding scholarships; providing educational experiences to youth and improving global conditions. Article III also expressly provides for raising funds for and managing a facility dedicated to community uses.

The Pearl Foundation, Incorporated was chartered in 1998 under the laws of the State of Maryland as the fundraising arm of the Iota Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. The primary purpose of the foundation is to raise funds to advance educational and charitable giving. Recognizing the need for funding options and the increased cost of higher education, the foundation has a scholarship program for graduating Howard County high school seniors.  Our Annual fashion shows generous donations from foundation members, other contributors, and various fundraising initiatives have provided for thousands of scholarships to many Howard County seniors over the years.  The foundation also provides funds to service programs of Iota Lambda Omega Chapter. We contribute to several charitable organizations which include the following: United Negro College Fund (UNCF), A-OK Mentoring,Africare, Bridges to Housing Stability, Filostin School in Haiti, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Meals on Wheels, Grassroots Day Resource Center, Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA), Museum of African Art, Howard County Center of African American Culture, and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), in Howard County. http://pearlfoundationinc.org

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The Charitable Foundation of Washington Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.  (CFWAKAP) is a nonprofit charitable entity that has been granted tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service as a Section 501(c) 3 organization in the District of Columbia.   CFWAKAP is one of three philanthropic nonprofits affiliated with the Washington (DC) Alumni Chapter.  

Among its charitable purposes, the CFWAKAP was established to:

• Provide financial support to Washington Alumni Chapter's award-winning Guide Right Program – a mentoring program for young men grades 7 through 12 and such other educational, mentoring or role model programs;
• Promote and support charitable, community activities and other endeavors to address the less fortunate; and
• Foster the education of the community-at-large regarding health care issues that disproportionately affect men.

Below are just a few of our charitable activities:

• Provided over 250 Turkeys to families in need through our Annual Holiday Giving initiative.
• Raised and donated over $25K for the St. Jude Children Hospital through the Fraternity’s  Sunday of Hope Program.
• Volunteered in several Mentoring and Reading Programs throughout the DC Charter and Public School System.

• Made annual charitable donations to organizations East of the River that promote putting a stop to violence.
• Made annual donations to support the D.C. Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home for the Aged which provides extraordinary housing, health and life care services to indigent and modest Seniors in the District of Columbia.

Founded in 2006, the mission of the Kappa Community Development Foundation, Inc. (KCDF) is to raise money to fund activities designed to provide young people with the guidance and resources to succeed in every field of human endeavor.  

KCDF is ​charged with the responsibility of funding activities of the College Park Sandy Spring Alumni Chapter's award-winning Kappa League youth mentoring program, funding community service initiatives ranging from the gifting of knapsacks to area public schools to volunteering at local shelters and food banks, and funding other activities consistent with the organization's mission.  

Kappa Community Development Foundation Scholarships  

KCDF also proudly funds scholarships awarded by the College Park Sandy Spring Alumni Chapter. KCDF provides funds to deserving students that support their matriculation through college.  In concert with our objective to encourage achievement in every field of human endeavor, our programs aim to support academic achievement through offering financial assistance for qualified students. The scholarships funded include:  

High School Merit College Scholarships

• Joseph Harris, Jr. HS Merit College Scholarship (1st Place, 4-Year Award, $1000/year)) 
• Marc Felton HS Merit College Scholarship (2nd Place 2-year Award, $1,000/year
• Henry “Hank” Boyd HS Merit College Scholarship (3rd Place, 1-Year, $1,000 award)   

These merit scholarships were established for students from one (1) of twelve (12) selected high schools in Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties. The merit scholarships are awarded to support the undergraduate education of worthy students in the field of their choice.  Candidates for these awards must meet the following criteria:

• An African-American male of high moral character
• High School GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale (demonstrated via transcript)
• Demonstrate involvement in school and community activities (e.g., sports, clubs, student government, honor society, volunteer work, etc.)
• Submit three (3) letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a school administrator or faculty member
• Show acceptance to an accredited four-year institution of higher learning for the next school year 

Edgar Lee Chinn Memorial Scholarship, (2-4 Year Award, $1000/year)  

Edgar Lee Chinn, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., dedicated his life to mentoring and teaching young people. As an educator, teacher, coach and advisor, Brother Chinn had a profound impact on the lives of thousands of young men and women throughout his life.   

The Edgar Lee Chinn Scholarship Fund honors the legacy of Brother Chinn and continues his important work by funding the Edgar Lee Chinn Merit Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior from the College Park Sandy Spring Alumni Chapter’s Kappa League Program.  The scholarship recipient plans to attend the college or university of his choice. Recipients must meet the following criteria:

• An African-American male of high moral character
• High School GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale (demonstrated via transcript)
• Demonstrate active involvement in the College Park Sandy Spring Alumni Chapter Guide Right/Kappa League Programs, in addition to, school and community activities (e.g., sports, clubs, student government, honor society, volunteer work, etc.)
• Submit three (3) letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a school administrator or faculty member
• Show acceptance to an accredited four-year institution of higher learning for the next school year

The University of Maryland Chapter, the Theta Theta of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Lucian E. Brown Memorial Scholarship  

This endowed fund was established in 1995 during the twenty-year anniversary celebration of the Theta Theta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. on the University of Maryland campus.  Named in honor of Lucian E. Brown, a U.S. Army Captain at Ft. George Meade Army Command and charter member of the Theta Theta Chapter, the purpose of this fund is to provide financial support to qualified members of the fraternity and other students enrolled at the university. The endowment is managed by the University System of Maryland Foundation Inc., where specific qualifications have been established for applicants.  To donate directly to the Lucian Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund, please go to donation site: www.lucianbrownscholarship.umd.edu  

The Charles Richardson Memorial Book Fund  

This fund was established in cooperation with the Nyumburu Cultural Center at the University of Maryland. The award is formally named in honor of Charles Richardson, a former administrator and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Theta Theta Chapter advisor. Mr. Richardson was an important advocate for all students at the university in the 1970s and 1980s and, because of his emphasis on academic success and graduation, is well deserving of this honor.  The intent of this award is to provide emergency funding to students to help defray immediate costs for books, and ultimately contribute to student success in the classroom.  Applications are available at the Nyumburu Cultural Center offices.

For more information about KCDF or to donate, please visit www.kappacommunity.org

The Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington (KFFW) – Promoting Scholastic Opportunities and Community Service

The Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington (KFFW) was granted 501(c)3 non-profit status by the Internal Revenue Service and the State of Maryland on April25, 2012. A tax exempt 501(c)3 Maryland non-stock membership corporation established for charitable, educational and community service initiatives.   The Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington, MD. Inc promotes academic achievement, health initiatives and economic welfare for residents in the Fort Washington, Md and adjacent communities.

KFFW is an active, vibrant and connected component in the Southern Prince George Maryland communities.  The Foundation has hosted an annual Health Fair for the District 8 residence; for the past 5 years.  The Foundation has developed a network of 70 plus health care providers to come and provide FREE healthcare services such as:   

• Free Flu, Pneumonia and Shingle Shots
• HIV Screening
• High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Screening
• Hearing Aid Screening
• Dental Screening
• Diabetes Screening
• Healthy Eating Demonstrations

The Foundation has partnered with the Washington DC Area Food Bank to provide fresh produce to the residence during the health fair.

KFFW, annually contributes to the local chapter Fort Washington Alumni of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Inc. Scholarship Fund and provides additional Scholarships to students seeking higher education.

KFFW, annually provides funding to the Guide Right & Kappa League program which develops, mentors and provides life skills to middle and high school young men in the local community.

KFFW, also partners with Supporting Our Sisters International. (SOSI) in their Breast Cancer Awareness community drives, where he and the Foundation go door to door with SOSI members providing literature about breast cancer screenings and awareness.   

KFFW believes in community outreach, annually we donate winter coats, hats, gloves and scarves to local children and adults who are in need.    

The Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington is an active participant in the United States Government Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), for government employees.  The Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington (MD) number is 48339 here tax-free contributions can be made by payroll deductions for Federal employees.

Non-Federal Employees can make tax free contributions by making a check payable to: Kappa Foundation of Fort Washington or KFFW to assist in supporting the programs and initiatives.

The Metropolitan Kappa Youth Foundation, Inc. exists as the philanthropic arm of the Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. The Foundation was incorporated July 23, 1999 and granted its 501(C)3 status on May 30, 2000.  

The Foundation is a full-functioning non-profit, public benefit charitable foundation. The Metropolitan Kappa Youth Foundation, Inc. was formulated and conceived as an outgrowth of Silver Spring Alumni Chapter’s Guide Right Program. The Foundation is in Montgomery County, Maryland.  

Metropolitan Kappa Youth Foundation, Inc.’s mission is to provide scholarships and mentoring programs for minority and disadvantaged youth in the Metropolitan Washington, DC area. The Foundation supports and conducts activities with the implicit purpose of helping youth “Achieve.” Our activities include scholarships, mentoring, and an urban golf initiative. The goals are to develop leadership skills, personal enhancement and career achievement.
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The Metropolitan Kappa Youth Foundation, Inc. depends upon donations to operate and fulfill its mission. Through an alliance with our communities and corporate sponsors, the Foundation succeeds.

The Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was chartered in April 1990, and has been faithfully serving Southern Prince George’s County and Charles County in Maryland for over 25 years. Through the years, the Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter has dedicated itself to the ideals set forth by our Founders and National Officers, as we continue Impacting Communities through Scholarship and Service  

We are a membership of more than 400 dedicated college-educated women who are part of a sisterhood focused on the immediate needs of our community and making a positive impact.  

We are committed to developing new opportunities which allow us to affect positive social, political, educational and economic change in our community.  

We are proud of our history and will continue to serve our community with programs implemented and centered on our core programs based on the Sorority’s Five Point Programmatic Thrust:  

The Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter (MCAC) was chartered on March 7, 1970 by twenty-eight women under Past National President, Soror Lillian P. Benbow, and Past Eastern Regional Director, Soror Christine Moore. These twenty-eight sorors sought to perpetuate the heritage and ideals of the Founders in Montgomery County. Soror Doris P. Poole served as the first president. The charter members were concerned about the quality of life for African Americans in the county and for the community-at-large. They had the vision that Montgomery County could be a better place for all its citizens to live, work, and enjoy their leisure time.  We are a sisterhood of college educated women committed to serving the people of Montgomery County through a wide range of impact-driven programs.  

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded in 1913 on the campus of Howard University to promote academic excellence; to provide scholarships; support to the underserved; educate and stimulate participation in the establishment of positive public policy; and to highlight issues and provide solutions for problems in their communities.  Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has over 300,000 members and more than 900 chapters worldwide.

For more information about the national organization and the Montgomery County chapter, please visit www.mcacdst.org and www.deltasigmatheta.org.