Our National Programs & Projects

Projects

Career Exploration

Programs are designed to help broaden youths’ awareness of career opportunities and to assist in preparing them for the world of work.

Tutorial

Members assist the educational system by providing remedial help for those with academic weaknesses, and work to eradicate illiteracy.

Toys “U” Can’t Return

A teen pregnancy prevention project designed to help educate communities about teen pregnancy and develop effective action agendas for preventing children from having children.

Iota Mothers Assistance Program (IMAP)

Program designed to provide outreach services to meet the needs of teen and disadvantaged mothers.

Future Iota Leaders (FIL)

Future Iota Leaders are preteen and teenage girls and boys who are mentored by members of the Iota family. Programs provide socialization and development opportunities for youth leadership training, and encourage them to realize their potentials to the fullest.

Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded annually on the chapter, regional, and national levels.

Lola M. Parker Award (Outstanding Woman of the Year)

Mahala S. Evans Award (Outstanding Soror of the Year)

Programs

American Education Week

Sorors work in support of the National Education Association via its national theme to celebrate and embrace America's public schools.

Black History Month

Sorors create programs that educate the community about issues that African Americans face, create dialogues about important events in Black history, and recognize African Americans who have had a significant impact on our nation and around the world. 

BUsiness Month

Iota's capstone programs occur throughout the month of April. Activities focus on efforts to stimulate interest in business education and to recognize those who have made outstanding achievements in the field on business. In addition, The Delta Phi Chapter offers the Huggins Fletcher Entrepreneurship Grant on an annual basis, providing support to students pursuing their entrepreneurial ambitions.

Founder's Day

This day is celebrated on the first day of June throughout Iotaland.