Alpha Pi Delta

Alpha Pi Delta
ΑΠΔ
FoundedJune 28, 2010; 14 years ago (2010-06-28)
Dallas, Texas
TypeSocial
AffiliationIndependent
StatusActive
EmphasisLesbian
ScopeNational (US)
PillarsIntegrity, Excellence, Leadership, Service, and Sisterhood
Colors  Royal Purple,   Turquoise and   Onyx
FlowerPurple Calla lily
JewelAmethyst
MascotAngel of Peace
PhilanthropyC.A.L.L.A Lily Academy
NicknameSweet Alpha Pi
Headquarters4336 Pago Pago Lane #5202
Fort Worth, Texas 76155
United States
Websitealphapideltasorority.com

Alpha Pi Delta Sorority, Inc (ΑΠΔ) is an American service sorority for African American lesbians.[1] It was established in Dallas, Texas in 2010.

History

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Alpha Pi Delta was founded in Dallas, Texas on June 28, 2010, by several college women who were lesbians of color.[2][3] Its founders are called the "Founding Crystals" and include Antoinette McIntosh and Christian Jones.[4][1] Jones (now Roberson) became its first International Grand 1st Anti-Basileus.[5]

The purpose of the sorority was "to organize a lesbian sorority to promote the cause of services and education by encouraging the highest standards through cultural and educational programs, promoting community service within our communities; fostering the sorority's network, growth, and sisterly love".[6]

The sorority received its IRS nonprofit tax ruling in 2014.[1] Alpha Pi Delta's main address is 4336 Pago Pago Lane #5202 in Fort Worth, Texas.[1]

Symbols

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Alpha Pi Delta's values or pillars are Integrity, Excellence, Leadership, Service, and Sisterhood.[7] The sorority's colors are royal purple, impecable turquoise, and onyx.[8] Its flower is the purple Calla lily.[8] Its jewel is the amethyst.[8] The sorority's mascot is the Angel of Peace.[8] Its nickname is Sweet Alpha Pi.[8]

Membership

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Membership is open to feminine lesbian women with a high school diploma and at least 21 years old.[9]

Philanthropy

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Alpha Pi Delta's main program is the C.A.L.L.A Lily Academy which empowers girls ages six to sixteen.[1] C.A.L.L.A. stands for Cultured, Astute, Loving, Leading, and Academic Ladies.[10] The program teaches etiquette, life skills, and self-esteem.[10] The sorority also supports health awareness and homelessness, especially within the LGBTQ community.[10]

In 2013, the sorority formed a foundation, the Alpha Pi Delta, Sincerely, a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization.[10]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e "Alpha Pi Delta Sorority, Inc. - GuideStar Profile". www.guidestar.org. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
  2. ^ "LGBTQ/SGL Fraternities and Sororities". BlackOrgs. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
  3. ^ "Alpha Pi Delta, Sorority Incorporated". Archived from the original on 20 August 2007.
  4. ^ "Our Lineage". APD Website. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
  5. ^ "Officers". Alpha Pi Delta Sorority, Inc. Archived from the original on May 5, 2014. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
  6. ^ "About APD". APD Website. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
  7. ^ "Home". APD Website. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
  8. ^ a b c d e "About Us". Alpha Pi Delta Sorority, Inc. Archived from the original on 2014-05-05. Retrieved 2024-10-24 – via web.archive.org.
  9. ^ "Recruitment". APD Website. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
  10. ^ a b c d "Philanthrophy". APD Website. Retrieved 2024-10-24.

External Website

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