The ABCs of the Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation
A is for the A∆K Foundation.
• The Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) organization.
• The Foundation was first established as a trust in 1981.
• Based on recommendations from A∆K’s lawyers, the A∆K Foundation Corporation was established in 2021.
B is for Biennium and Board.
• Biennium donations are tallied for the Friends of the Foundation donor program.
• Board of Directors for the Foundation is composed of three past International Executive Board members, three current members of the International Executive Board and the Executive Director.
Current Board of Directors
Previous IEB Members:
• Sandy Wolfe, Chairman
• Ellen Roderick
• Barbara Stanfield
Current IEB Members:
• Ann Quinlan, Vice Chairman
• Mollie Acosta
• Su Wade
Christi Smith, Executive Director
C is for Classroom Grant.
• For creative, innovative A∆K members who are engaged in education
• Designed to assist with the cost of materials and services for their classroom lessons
• $400 per grant
• 49 awards available
D is for Dollars.
• $1 from each member’s dues goes directly to the Foundation
• $20 payment from each chapter goes to the ITE (International Teacher Education) scholarship program
• Dollars add up!
E is for Excellence in Education.
• Excellence in Education awards
• Chapters can nominate a member.
• S/P/N recipients receive a $500 award.
• Each regional recipient receives a $1,000 award and a $500 travel stipend for International Convention.
• International recipient receives a $5,000 award.
F is for Friends of the Foundation.
• The Friends of the Foundation program was established in 2023.
• The Friends of the Foundation is a biennial donation program:
Violet Level = $250 to $499
Lamp Level = $500 to $749
Columns Level = $750 to $999
Gold Key = $1,000+
G is for Grants. Great opportunities with Grants!
• Fine Arts Grant
• Classroom Grants
• Innovation Grants
H is for Honor and Heritage Donations.
• Honor A Sister with a minimum $25 donation.
• Honor A Special A∆K Group with a minimum $150 donation.
H is also for Heritage Society
• Planned gifts have a lasting impact. By making a planned gift to the A∆K Foundation as a part of your estate planning, you will be investing in making a difference in the future of education.
• If you would like to know more, please contact Executive Director Christi Smith at Headquarters for information about becoming a member of the Heritage Society.
I is for International Teacher Education (ITE).
ITE Program provides scholars from outside the US opportunities to:
• Study in American colleges and universities
• Learn about education, methods, and materials
• $10,000 per award with up to 7 awards
J is for Jumping for Joy!
Excited students love using the materials their teachers were able to purchase through a grant or a scholarship.
K is for Key and KC!
• The Key in the Foundation logo symbolizes unlocking opportunities for members and nonmembers.
• Kansas City, MO is the home location for our A∆K Organization and Foundation.
L is for Leadership Academy and Legacy Scholarship.
The Leadership Academy develops leadership skills that can be used in A∆K, classrooms, schools, local communities and beyond.
For members with 10 years or less membership who haven’t held an office beyond chapter level OR have not held more than one elected S/P/N office
the NEW Legacy Scholarship
● Scholarship focusing on education for eligible family members
● Watch for information in the September KAPPAN and International News
● Visit us at the Foundation table to learn more
M is for Memorial Donations.
A sister, family member or friend can be honored with a minimum $25 memorial donation.
N is for Non-Members.
• A non-member who is recommended by an A∆K member can apply for an Innovation Grant.
• Sharing information about this grant is a great way to introduce A∆K to a school faculty.
O is for Opportunities to Make an
Impact.
• Your donations to the Foundation provide opportunities to impact:
* Members and their students, and
* Non-members and their students.
• Our impact is felt worldwide!
P is for Professional Development.
Spring and Fall Regional Mini Scholarships assist members in attending non-A∆K conferences, conventions, seminars, workshops and non-credit classes.
Q is
for Quarter of a Million Dollars.
Over a quarter of a million dollars is awarded each year through A∆K scholarships, grants and awards.
R is for Relief.
The Disaster Relief Fund allows members to donate funds to assist those who need care and support during times of hurricanes, fires, earthquakes, floods and other disasters.
S is for St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
• Selected in 1981 as international project
• Foundation contributes $35,000 each year
• Alpha Delta Kappa Walk/Run Event
T is for The Longest Day.
• Alpha Delta Kappa is a GOLD level Global Partner with the Alzheimer’s Association and collected $277,322 for The Longest Day in 2023.
• Since 2013 over 1.3 million dollars in donations has been collected by A∆K members/teams for The Longest Day.
• International teams support their local Alzheimer’s organizations.
U is for Universities.
• Agnes Shipman Robertson Scholarship at the University of Missouri, Kansas City, Conservatory
• Marie Neal Scholarship at Baker University
• A∆K Scholarship at KC Art Institute
V is for Visa Reward Card.
Apply for the UMB VISA card
• Rewards you and the A∆K Foundation
• A % of every purchase made goes back to the A∆K Foundation
W is for Working Together!
X is for X-cellent!
• X-cellent programs
• X-cellent scholarships and grants
• X-cellent opportunities for members and non-members
Y is for YOU!
• YOU make a difference with your donations!
Z is for Zeal.
