Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University by nine pioneering collegiate women: Ethel Hedgemon Lyle, Anna Easter Brown, Beulah Burke, Lillie Burke, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg Holmes, Lavinia Norman, Lucy Diggs Slowe, and Marie Woolfolk Taylor. Ethel Hedgemon Lyle played a crucial role in its establishment, conceptualizing the idea of fostering sisterhood at Howard University, which laid the groundwork for the sorority.
To ensure the sorority's continuity, seven sophomores from the Class of 1910, Joanna Berry Shields, Norma Boyd, Ethel Jones Mowbray, Alice Murray, Sarah Merriwether Nutter, Carrie Snowden, and Harriet Terry, were invited to join Alpha Kappa Alpha, granting them founder status.
A significant milestone was reached on January 29, 1913, when the sorority was incorporated, marking it as the first Black Greek letter organization to achieve national incorporation. This achievement was made possible through the dedicated efforts of members led by Nellie May Quander, Norma E. Boyd, and Minnie Beatrice Smith.
Founders’ Day stands as a poignant commemoration of the sorority's lasting legacy and its dedication to driving positive change and fostering a sense of community among like-minded individuals. From its modest origins, Alpha Kappa Alpha has transformed into an influential organization that continues to motivate and empower individuals globally.
Our founders Our founders
The Original 9 The Original 9
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Anna Easter Brown
Lillie Burke
Marjorie Hill Margaret Flagg Holmes
Beulah Elizabeth Burke
Ethel Hedgemon Lyle
Lavinia Norman
Lucy Diggs Slowe
Marie Woolfolk Taylor
Sarah Meriwether Nutter
Norma Elizabeth Boyd
Joanna Berry Shields
Ethel Jones Mowbray
Alice Porter Murray
Carrie Snowden Harriet Josephine Terry
Greetings from the Greetings from the South atlantic Regional Director South atlantic Regional Director
Greetings from the Greetings from the Graduate Cluster I Coordinator Graduate Cluster I Coordinator
Yernique Y. Williams
Greetings from the Greetings from the I Coordinator I Coordinator
Asia Blocker
Nikki Austin-Shipp
Greetings from the Cluster I Greetings from the Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend Co-Chairman Founders’ Day Weekend Co-Chairman
President, Eta Eta Omega Chapter
Greetings from the Cluster I Greetings from the Cluster I
Founders’ Day Weekend Co-Chairman
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Founders’ Day Weekend Co-Chairman
President, Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
former Undergraduate former Undergraduate
Cluster I coordinators Cluster I coordinators
Soror Norma Solomon White introduced the "Cluster Concept" in 1974 to enhance the South Atlantic Region, aiming to support the regional director, improve chapter operations, promote leadership development, aid in program development, and strengthen sisterly relations The initiative appointed cluster coordinators, with Soror Ethel Grice as the first Cluster I coordinator. In 2022, Soror Tiffany Moore Russell expanded the concept by appointing Ameion Hamlet as the inaugural Undergraduate Cluster I Coordinator, emphasizing a continued commitment to leadership development and program excellence in the region.
Soror Ameion Hamlet 2022-2023
Soror Kylea Stamp 2023-2024
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2025
Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend Executive Committee Executive Committee
2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend
the Honorable Tiffany Moore Russell, esquire South
Soror Vernique P. Williams
Graduate
Soror Nefertari Rigsby
Soror Pamela Mosley Williams
2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend 2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend Steering Committee Steering Committee
Awards Awards
Soror Davida rolle
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Awards Awards
Soror Lisa Swinton
Co-Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Cluster T-Shirts Cluster T-Shirts
Soror Nikki Austin-Shipp
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Communications & social media Communications & social media
Soror Nefertari Rigsby
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Communications & social media Communications & social media
Soror Camika Carey
Co-Chairman
Upsilon Xi Omega Chapter
Community Service Community Service
Soror Kyara Herard
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Community Service Community Service
Soror Cheryl Larkin
Co-Chairman
Alpha Alpha Beta Omega Chapter
Community Service Community Service
Soror Franchesca Taylor
Co-Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Courtesies Courtesies
Soror Sheryl Reaves
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Courtesies Courtesies
Soror Tara D. Turner
Co-Chairman
Pi Delta Omega Chapter
Day Party Day Party
Soror Dorenda Washington
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Day Party Day Party
Soror Karlene Hogg-Chung
Co-Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Decorations Decorations
Soror Diana Reid
Chairman
Zeta rho Omega Chapter
DPGS Honorees DPGS Honorees
Soror Nefertari Rigsby
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
DPGS Honorees DPGS Honorees
Soror Pamela Mosley Williams
Co-Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
EAF EAF
Soror Rhonda Bobb
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend
2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend
Steering Committee Steering Committee
Ecumenical services Ecumenical services
Soror Monica McCoy
Chairman
Zeta Tau Omega Chapter
Ecumenical services Ecumenical services
Soror Todra Anderson
Co-Chairman
Alpha Alpha Beta Omega Chapter
Ecumenical services Ecumenical services
Soror Fercella Panier
Co-Chairman
Zeta Tau Omega Chapter
Finance Finance
Soror Latoyia Fuller Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Finance Finance
Soror Sequitta Black
Co-Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
founders’ Day Brunch founders’ Day Brunch
Soror Tamika Crews Slack
Co-Chairman
Chi Psi Omega Chapter
founders’ Day Brunch founders’ Day Brunch
Soror Janice Spann-Givens
Co-Chairman
Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter
Gifts/Door Prizes Gifts/Door Prizes
Soror Anjanette Wilson-Reese
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Hostess Hostess
Soror edithe Delhomme
Chairman
Zeta Tau Omega Chapter
Logistics Logistics
Soror Michelle L. Spencer
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Finance
Finance
Golden Soror Delores Y. McKinley
Advisor
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Entertainment/Music Entertainment/Music
Soror Beverly Kelly-Swann
Chairman
Kappa Kappa Omega Chapter
founders’ Day Brunch founders’ Day Brunch
Soror Tracy C. Roach
Chairman
Chi Psi Omega Chapter
Logistics Logistics
Soror narkeita P. Hall
Co-Chairman
Zeta rho Omega Chapter
Logistics Logistics
Soror Tamra “Tammy” Williams
Co-Chairman
Zeta rho Omega Chapter
Printing Printing
Soror Yatcha Barnes
Chairman
Psi pi Omega Chapter
2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend
2025 Cluster I Founders’ Day Weekend Steering Committee Steering Committee
Protocol/vsg Protocol/vsg
Soror Kaitlin Coleman
Chairman
Eta Eta Omega Chapter
Protocol/vsg Protocol/vsg
Soror Rendolyn Amaker
Co-Chairman
Kappa Kappa Omega Chapter
Registration Registration
Soror Millicent thorpe
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Registration Registration
Soror Marketa Cunningham
Co-Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Registration Registration
Soror Robin White-twiggs
Co-Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Risk Management and Safety Risk Management and Safety
Soror Alexandra Santana-Ferguson
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Risk Management and Safety Risk Management and Safety
Soror Susie Katrina Dawkins
Co-Chairman
Zeta rho Omega Chapter
Sisterly Mixer/Game Night
Sisterly Mixer/Game Night
Soror LaKisha Lee
Chairman
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter
Sisterly Mixer/Game Night Sisterly Mixer/Game Night
Soror Camika Carey
Co-Chairman
Upsilon Xi Omega Chapter
Sisterly Mixer/Game Night Sisterly Mixer/Game Night
Soror Lisa Bell
Co-Chairman
Upsilon Xi Omega Chapter
Technology/AV SUPPORT Technology/AV SUPPORT
Soror Marva Bradford
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
Transportation Transportation
Soror Daniele Jones
Chairman
Upsilon Xi Omega Chapter
Vendors Vendors
Soror Bonita Williams
Chairman
Eta Eta Omega Chapter
Vendors Vendors
Soror Desiree Allmond
Co-Chairman
Eta Eta Omega Chapter
Venue Venue
Soror JoeAnn Fletcher
Chairman
Zeta Rho Omega Chapter
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the members of the 2025 Joint Founders' Weekend Observance Committee for your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in ensuring the success of our weekend Your commitment to our sisterhood and your steadfast service have not only made this event memorable but also strengthened the bonds of our sisterhood Together, we stand ready to achieve even greater accomplishments in the years ahead
Cluster I Chapters Cluster I Chapters
Graduate Chapters Graduate Chapters
Gamma Zeta Omega Miami-Dade
Zeta Rho Omega Fort lauderdale
Zeta Tau Omega West Palm
Eta Eta Omega Fort Pierce
Kappa Kappa Omega Pompano Beach
Mu Rho Omega Belle Glade
Xi Pi Omega Boynton Beach
Pi Delta Omega Miami
Upsilon Xi Omega Plantation
Chi Psi Omega Coral Springs
Psi Pi Omega Stuart
Alpha Alpha Beta Omega Miramar
Alpha Alpha Upsilon Omega Wellington
Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Miami
Undergraduate Chapters Undergraduate Chapters
Delta Eta Florida Memorial University - Miami Gardens
Iota Nu University of Miami - Coral Gables
Sigma Chi Nova Southeastern University - Ft Lauderdale
Sigma Iota Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton
Sigma Pi Florida International University - Miami
Host Venue Host Venue
Margaritaville Beach Resort
111 N Ocean Dr
Events Events
Hollywood, FL 33019 (954) 87
“Skyline Soiree” Sisterly Mixer
Friday, January 24, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
“Pearl Packs” Community Service Project
Friday, January 24, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
“Emerald Elegance” Founders’ Day Weekend Brunch
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
“Nautical Nights Luxe” Day Party
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
“Waves of Worship” Ecumenical Service
Sunday, January 26, 2025, 10:30 a m
Beachside Brunch Attire
Beachside Brunch Attire
“Emerald Elegance” (Green)
Hotel Accommodations Hotel Accommodations
Margaritaville Beach Resort
111 N Ocean Dr. • Hollywood, FL 33019
DoubleTree Resort
4000 South Ocean Dr. • Hollywood, FL 33019
Hollywood Beach Marriott
2501 North Ocean Drive • Hollywood, Florida, 33019
RRegistration egistration
“Nautical Nights Luxe” Day Party “Nautical Nights Luxe” Day Party 2025 FoUnders’ Day Weekend 2025 FoUnders’ Day Weekend
Registered Founders’ Day Weekend Sorors $15
Non-Registered Sorors and Early Bird Guests $40
Late Registration $50
2025 Milestone Sorors: Diamond, 2025 Milestone Sorors: Diamond, Pearl, Golden, Pearl, Golden, and silver sorors and silver sorors
Community Service Project Community Service Project
Friday, January 24, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
MIDDLE SCHOOLS GRADES 6-8
Broward County
Palm Beach County
Martin County
Miami-Dade County
St. Lucie County
PearlPack
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
South Atlantic Region - Cluster 1
117th Founders’ Day Observance Brunch 117th Founders’ Day Observance Brunch with special guest presents
Sunny Hostin Sunny Hostin
5x Emmy Award-Winning Legal Journalist
Co-Host, ABC's 'The View' Host, Investigation Discovery's 'Truth About Murder with Sunny Hostin' New York Times Bestselling Author, 'Summer on the Bluffs', 'Summer on Sag Harbor', and 'I Am These Truths'
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Saturday, January 25, 2025
10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Waves of Waves ofWorship! Worship!
Milestone Achievement Notification
Sorority members who achieve a significant milestone in 2025 will be honored during the 2025 Joint Founders' Day Weekend Observance. The Diamond, Pearl, Golden, Silver (DPGS) Committee warmly extends an invitation for you to share details about your anticipated milestone accomplishments for the year 2025.
You can submit information regarding your milestone either during your registration for Founders' Day Weekend on Eventbrite or by accessing the provided link or QR code to complete the requisite form by January 10, 2025.
https://bit.ly/3zUa4oM
Celebrate your milestone by featuring congratulatory advertisements in the Digital Souvenir Book from your chapter, line sisters, family, friends, and other well-wishers. Details regarding advertising opportunities are available on the following page.
Digital Souvenir Book Ad Opportunities
Ad Sizes and Prices:
Full Page (8.5" W x 11"H) - $150
Half Page (8.5" W x 5.5"H) - $75
https://bit.ly/4cEzd5s
Quarter Page (4 25"W x 5 5")H - $50
*Inside Cover (8.5" W x 11"H) - $250
*Back Cover (8.5" W x 11"H) - $300
Click on the link or scan the code for ad submission.------------------------------------- Submit payments with the form below ------------------------------------
All advertisements must be camera-ready in preferred formats such as PDF, JPEG, or PNG at 300 DPI and submitted using the QR code or the link above by January 10, 2025.
*For Inquiries regarding the availability of ads for the Inside and Back Covers, contact Soror Nefertari Rigsby at foundersweekend2025@gmail.com. Available on a first come, first serve basis.
SororityMember’sName
Please check if the ad is for a Milestone Achievement
Diamond Pearl Gold Silver
Purchaser’sName:
Purchaser’sAddress:
Purchaser’sPhone:
Purchaser’sEmail:
HalfPage(8.5"Wx5.5"H)-$75
QuarterPage(4.25"Wx5.5"H)-$50
*InsideCover(8.5"Wx11"H)-$250
*BackCover(8.5"Wx11"H)-$300
Sponsorship opportunities are open for individuals and organizations to collaborate with AKA in developing solutions aimed at enhancing community conditions and implementing programs that generate positive impacts. These partnerships offer a chance to receive substantial, quantifiable, and prominent recognition among college-educated, affluent African American women and families. Moreover, they allow participation in an event that aligns with individual and organizational marketing, diversity, and philanthropic objectives.
The sponsorship tiers are outlined below. For more details regarding the various sponsorship tiers, please refer to the Sponsorship Packet available at https://bit.ly/3Ap9Mqz
Please note: We have contracted Queen/Queen rooms for this event. If you would prefer a King room, please
Please note: We have contracted Queen/Queen rooms for this event If you would prefer a King room, please contact the hotel directly to make arrangements with an in-house agent during business hours. contact the hotel directly to make arrangements with an in-house agent during business hours
Rooms still available at special Rooms still available at special rates at Double Tree Resort. rates at Double Tree Resort. Book now before they’re gone! Book now before they’re gone!
Hotel Accommodations Hotel Accommodations
Double Tree Resort Double Tree Resort
4000 South Ocean Dr. | Hollywood, FL 33019
For reservations use the following link: https://bit.ly/4dLxoU2
Just 2 2 miles from Margaritaville Beach Resort, 9 miles from Fort LauderdaleHollywood International Airport, and 22 miles from Miami International Airport
The hotel offers special rates for January 24-26, 2025:
Single/Double occupancy $249 00 with beach access, chairs, umbrellas, water, and bike rental
Complimentary standard and high-speed internet
24-hour fitness center access
Upgrades to a corner room with a view
Discounted valet parking at $25 00
Hilton Honors Points
2501 North Ocean Drive • Hollywood, Florida, 33019
For Reservations call: 954-924-2202
6 miles from Margaritaville Beach Resort, 5 miles from Fort LauderdaleHollywood International Airport, and 22 miles from Miami International Airport
Hotel Accommodations Hotel Accommodations
777 N Ocean Dr. | Hollywood, FL 33019
For reservations use the following link: https://reservations.travelclick.com/115630?groupID=4557661
Attendee Code: 7369918
Just a 10-minute walk from Margaritaville Beach Resort.
Rooms still available at special rates at Double Tree Resort.
Rooms still available at special rates at Double Tree Resort.
Book now before they’re gone!
Book now before they’re gone!
The hotel offers special rates for January 24-26, 2025:
Single/Double occupancy $334.00
2 complimentary beach chairs per room per day
Complimentary wireless internet access in guest rooms and public areas
Complimentary local calls
Complimentary access to swimming pool & fitness center
The total price of the reservation will be charged at time of booking. The reservation is non-refundable If cancelled, modified, or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged
Costa Hollywood Beach Hotel Costa Hollywood Beach Hotel
