Delta Phi Lambda Foundation, Inc.

Delta Phi Lambda Foundation Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 09:09:44 -0700

Delta Phi Lambda Foundation Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients

ATLANTA, GA ─ The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is proud to announce the newest recipients of its annual scholarship programs. These outstanding individuals have demonstrated exceptional academic and career achievement, leadership skills, and dedication to serving their communities.

The recipients of this year's scholarships are Danika Ng (Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship, $1,000), Cheryl Blank (Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship, $1,000), Aliyah Muniz (Academic Excellence Scholarship, $1,000), and Rebecca Lee (Academic Excellence Scholarship, $1,000).

Danika Ng is a University of North Carolina Charlotte (Pi Chapter) alumna, currently pursuing her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. As a future physician, she plans to be the first line of defense for a patient during potentially the most vulnerable moment of their life, not only alleviating ailments via diagnosis and patient-autonomous treatment plans but also eradicating shame by replacing this powerfully negative emotion with instead empowerment.

University at Albany (Mu Chapter) alumna Cheryl Blank is currently pursuing her MS in Data Science. With this award alleviating the financial burden of graduate school, she hopes to have additional time to focus on school work that will open up more future job opportunities and more time to be there for her home chapter and to help them as much as she can.

Academic Excellence Award recipient Aliyah Muniz is the current chapter president at...Read More

Board of Directors Approve Budget for New Year

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:14:55 -0700

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Lillie Madali, Executive Director

lmadali@dphilfoundation.org

Board of Directors Approve Budget for New Year

[ATLANTA, GA], [June 1, 2023] ─ The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering the women of Delta Phi Lambda Sorority through scholarships and grants, announced today that their Board of Directors has approved a budget for the upcoming year.

The budget, which was unanimously approved by the Board of Directors, will allow Delta Phi Lambda Foundation to further enhance their impact, having already awarded over $40,000 in scholarships and grants since 2010.

"We are thrilled to have this budget approved, which will enable us to continue our important work and expand our programs to better serve those in need," said Executive Director Lillie Madali. "By allocating resources where they are needed the most, we can make a difference in the lives of those we serve."

The budget includes funding for key initiatives, such as the Chapter Leadership Grant and the Member Support Grant. The Board of Directors also approved the creation of a new scholarship, funded by Sylvia Wang, an alumnae from the University of Connecticut.

For more information about the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation and its scholarship programs, please visit www.dphilfoundation.org.

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Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is an award-winning, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to empower the women of Delta Phi Lambda Sorority and the communities they serve by funding scholarships, supporting philanthropic endeavors, and promoting leadership development.

With the financial support of our donors, we can provide women with the tools they need for scholastic, professional, and personal advancement.

DPhiL Foundation Wins 2022 Foundation of the Year Award

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:09:36 -0800

DPhiL Foundation Wins NAPA's 2022 Foundation of the Year Award

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is proud to announce they are the recipient of this year’s Foundation of the Year award presented by the National APIDA Panhellenic Association (NAPA).

The award recognizes a nonprofit entity for supporting charitable contributions to educational initiatives within fraternity and sorority life. The DPhiL Foundation was recognized for this same award in 2020 and 2018.

“We are so honored that NAPA has chosen us for this prestigious award,” says Lillie Madali, Executive Director of the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation. "I am very thankful to the Foundation board, staff, volunteers, and donors that make our service to the community possible."

In 2022, the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation strengthened their commitment to empower the women of Delta Phi Lambda and the communities they serve by:

Awarded six scholarships totaling $4,970 to Collegiate Members, Alumnae Members, and one non-member.
Provided twice as many scholarships and doubled award amounts for the Academic Excellence Scholarship and Hannah Seah Alumnae Scholarship to $1,000 each.
Updated the scholarship & grant program in September 2022 developing two new grants to adapt to the evolving needs of the members.
Sponsored keynote speaker Sara Lowery at the 2022 National Sorority Convention where she gave a...Read More

DPhiL Foundation Names 2022 Scholarship Recipients

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 05:00:39 -0700

Leading the Way to Brighter Futures: DFL Foundation Names 2022 Scholarship Recipients

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is pleased to announce their new scholarship recipients for 2022. The Foundation’s Board of Directors approved 6 scholarships totaling $4,970 to be awarded to Collegiate Members, Alumnae Members, and one non-member. Thanks to the generosity of donors and the Scholarship Review Committee, these individuals were supported throughout their educational journey.

“We are very excited about this year’s scholarship program as we were able to provide twice as many scholarships and doubled award amounts for the Academic Excellence Scholarship and Hannah Seah Alumnae Scholarship to $1,000 each,” said Sara Yang, Foundation Board Member. “We’re committed to making sure our members have access to programs that will help them advance their academic and professional careers.”

Academic Excellence Scholarship

Established in 2011, this scholarship is awarded to an individual that is a dynamic collegiate scholar who has demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding leadership skills, and a desire to effect positive change.

Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients:

Pahder Moua, University of Wisconsin at Madison
Sarah Amplo, University at Albany

Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship

Established in 2014, this scholarship is named in honor of Hannah Seoh for her dedication to serving the Sorority on a national level for over ten years. This scholarship is awarded to an individual that is a dynamic graduate student or professional who has demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding leadership skills, and professional achievement.

Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients:

Hue Tran, Ohio State University
Lauren Lee, University of North Carolina at...Read More

DPhiL Foundation Launches New Website

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:46:55 -0700

DPhiL Foundation Launches New Website to Help Streamline Audience Experiences

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is excited to announce the launch of a new website — our first major refresh in 12 years. The new website is part of the ongoing evolution of the Foundation brand to strengthen our communications between future donors, applicants, volunteers, and supporters.

“This is a significant time for us as we reflect on the extraordinary achievements over the past decade and begin to plan ahead for the future,” said Andrea Newman, Foundation Communications Director. “The new site aims to better explain our story, showcase our impact, and more effectively streamline information to all our key stakeholders.”

The new website features a refreshed look, improved navigation, and a handful of features which will make the overall experience more engaging.

For more information about donating to an existing fund, applying to a scholarship or grant, or applying for a vacant staff position, visit our new website.

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ABOUT DFL FOUNDATION

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is a 501(c)3 tax-deductible nonprofit organization committed to empower the women of Delta Phi Lambda and the communities they serve by funding scholarships, supporting philanthropic endeavors, and promoting leadership development. With the financial support of our donors, we can provide women with the tools they need to sustain a chapter and programs that award women with great academic and professional achievements.

Connecting You to Critical Financial Aid: DPhiL Foundation Approves an Updated 2022 Scholarship & Grant Program

Earlier this month, the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation approved an updated scholarship & grant program to adapt to the evolving needs of the members. Changes were in response to the member feedback received in the 2021 Scholarship Survey.

“We want to remain relevant and impactful in the ways that we use our scholarship resources,” said Sara Yang, Foundation Board Member. “Members expressed wanting to receive an increase in funds for college expenses and leadership and professional development expenses. In addition, there was a desire for more communication about these opportunities.”

The following outlines the updated 2022 Scholarship & Grant Program:

(NEW) Chapter Leadership Grant

This grant is awarded to a Collegiate or Alumnae Chapter to facilitate educational activities or programming.

(NEW) Member Support Grant

This grant is awarded to an individual that has demonstrated significant financial challenges due to unforeseen personal hardship, emergency, or disaster.

Academic Excellence Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an individual that is a dynamic collegiate scholar who has demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding leadership skills, and a desire to effect positive change.

The Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship

This scholarship is named in honor of Hannah Seoh for her dedication to serving the Sorority on a national level for over ten years. This scholarship is awarded to an individual that is a dynamic graduate student or professional who has demonstrated academic excellence, outstanding leadership skills, and professional achievement.

Applications for the two new grants are...Read More

2022 AFLV Scholarship Application Open

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 18:28:39 -0700

2022 AFLV Scholarship Application Period Open

AFLV Central, hosted by the Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV), will be held Feb 3-6, 2022 in Indianapolis.

With the help of our generous donors, the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation will award four scholarships for members to attend this year's conference. Each scholarship recipient will receive covered registration ($305 value) and travel reimbursement up to $200.

The scholarship application period is now open! Apply here by November 24, 2021. You may also copy and paste the URL below into your browser. Note that you will need a letter of recommendation from your campus advisor, so don't wait until the last minute.

Link to application: https://www.aflv.org/page/ConfScholarships

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Sara Yang, our Director of Scholarship Programming at...Read More

2020 Summer Scholarship Recipients

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 12:01:31 -0700

NEWS RELEASE SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Delta Phi Lambda Foundation Announces 2020 Recipients of the Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship and the Academic Excellence Scholarship

Every year, the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation awards the Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship and the Academic Excellence Scholarship, each in the amount of $1,000. The Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship can help alumnae sisters with costs associated with graduate school, conducting research, or professional conferences. The recipient of the alumnae scholarship has demonstrated strong leadership, and a desire to effect positive change in their communities.

This year’s recipient of the Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship is Kat “Prototype” Ho, an alumna of Sigma Chapter at Clemson University. Kat graduated with her BS in Biological Sciences, with a minor in Microbiology in 2017, and since then has continued to serve the sorority in various leadership positions, including as Director of New Member Services, Charter Member Educator, Chapter Advisor, and currently as Interest Group Manager. Kat aims to complete her MS in Physician Assistant Studies at Francis Marion University. By pursuing a career in the medical field, she hopes to give back to marginalized communities, specifically providing preventative and primary care catered to underserved areas and minority communities.

The Academic Excellence Scholarship can help collegiate sisters offset costs associated with academics including, tuition, books, and study abroad. The recipient of the academic excellence scholarship has achieved academic excellence, performed community service, and served in several leadership positions.

The recipient of this year’s Academic Excellence Scholarship is Beta Chapter’s Ishani “Lyzel” Paul. Secretary of the Multicultural Greek Council at the University of Cincinnati and Internal Vice President of her chapter, Ishani is committed to helping sisters remain connected during these unusual times while...Read More

Academic Excellence and Alumnae Scholarships Are Live!

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 15:45:00 -0700

The Academic Excellence and Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarships are usually awarded during Convention. However, Convention was virtual this year due to COVID-19 and we were unable to proceed with normal application periods. Nevertheless, we adapt to these changing times.

Details on applying can be found here: https://www.dphilfoundation.org/apply

Deadline to apply is August 15, 2020.

#BlackLivesMatter

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 06:19:04 -0700

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 1, 2020

ATHENS, GA – JUNE 1, 2020 – To date, over 200 members have petitioned the Sorority to state our commitment to actively fighting anti-Blackness within our communities. We recognize that as an Asian-interest sorority, we owe much of our existence to the historically Black organizations comprising the National Pan-Hellenic Council that paved the way for us. Furthermore, we will not remain complicit as our own members’ lives are made to feel insignificant by society. We stand with them as they have stood with us. Delta Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. and the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation denounce the injustices and violence against the Black community that are far too common today. Black Lives Matter.

We encourage our members to channel their grief and anger due to these injustices into action. Change requires knowledge and empathy. Both are needed to take action. We recognize that this action may look different based on each person’s circumstances. Some options for members include: donating time and money, writing to your elected representatives demanding change, attending protests, and voting in local and national elections.

Be an Ally. There are difficult conversations to be had about racism within our communities. There will be discomfort as we work to confront learned anti-blackness, but we must all take the first step by talking to the people we love and following through with our actions. To be an ally is to…

Take on the struggle as your own.
Stand up and speak out, even when you feel scared.
Acknowledge that while you, too, feel pain, the conversation is not about you.
Transfer the benefits of your privilege to those who lack it.