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. Through our generous donors, we can provide women with the tools they need to achieve academic and professional success.

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation was founded and recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in 2010. The Foundation operates independently from the Sorority, while supporting the Sisters of Delta Phi Lambda Sorority.

As a recognized nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation seeks to be transparent in its operations and financial reporting by making the following information publicly available. You can access financial reports on the "Operations & Finance" page.

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation’s Federal Tax ID, or Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 27-4378116.

You can contact the Executive Director at lmadali@dphilfoundation.org with questions.

We offer several scholarship opportunities including:

• Academic Excellence Scholarship (Collegiate-only)
• The Hannah Seoh Alumnae Scholarship (Alumnae-only)
• Chapter Leadership Grant (Collegiate or Alumnae Chapters-only)
• Member Support Grant (All Members)

Financial support for our scholarships comes entirely from individuals, associations, and businesses who connect with the organization’s mission to empower women through funding scholarships, supporting philanthropic endeavors and promoting leadership development.

You can contact the Scholarship Program Director at scholarships@dphilfoundation.org. They will set up an initial call to discuss details such as:

• How many scholarships will be offered?
• What is the award amount per scholarship?
• How often will the scholarship be accepting applications? (annually, semesterly)
• Who is eligible to apply? (all members, alumnae members only, graduate students only, collegiate members only, a specific region, a specific chapter only, a specific degree)

You can contact the Scholarship Program Director at scholarships@dphilfoundation.org.

Application requirements vary depending on scholarship and grant, but some general items to have on hand:

• Delta Phi Lambda membership status
• Education
• Employment
• Volunteer service activities
• Resume
• Statement of financial need

Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by the Scholarship Review Committee based on standardized criteria. The combined scores are ranked, and recipients are recommended to the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation Board of Directors for final approval.

Applications will be reviewed by the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation Board of Directors and selected based on need and impact.

All applicants are notified via email if they were selected or not. Be sure to check your spam accounts if you have not heard from us in over 6 months from applying.

Checks will be mailed to each recipient’s mailing address provided by the recipient during the post-acceptance process. The recipient will need to provide this information in order to accept the award. It is important that this information is accurate.

• Ensuring Delta Phi Lambda's Future - The Delta Phi Lambda Sorority is a developmental cornerstone in many young women's lives and aims to provide growth opportunities through all stages of life to continue evolving them into strong, independent leaders.
  Funding Life Changing Opportunities for Women - The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation was founded and incorporated on December 22, 2010, making us the first nonprofit Foundation in the National APIDA Panhellenic Association (NAPA). Our vision is to continue being innovators in helping women break through glass ceilings.
• Making a Positive Impact - You would be empowering women to break through glass ceilings through supporting leadership and professional education.
• Supporting Community Outreach - Through the leadership education sponsored and scholarship funds distributed, women take these opportunities to leverage the education received to provide relief to local communities.
• Paying It Forward - As a member, the Sorority developed you into who you are today and provided you with the lifelong friends you met in the process. You have the honor of ensuring that current and incoming members will continue to have these same positive experiences.

The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation seeks to operate efficiently and to minimize fundraising and administrative costs. On average, we allocate 80% percent of our expenditures to our programs — a number that is above the standard recommended by CharityWatch, one of the leading charity-rating organizations in the US.

• 80% - Program Awards (scholarships, grants)
• 15% - Administrative Expenses
• 5% - Fundraising Expense

Award recipients have spent their funding on:

• College Expenses - Tuition, books, practice exams fees, admission tests fees, national/local Sorority membership dues
• Living Expenses - Rent, mortgage, utilities, groceries, gas, student loans costs
• Leadership and Professional Development Expenses - Conference registration, travel, housing costs, professional certifications, continuing education units license fees
• Philanthropic Fundraising Event Expenses - Flyer, Tablecloth, food, drinks

Thanks entirely to the generosity of individuals and businesses we are able to empower women to break through glass ceilings. To be part of this impact, you can donate online here.

Yes, the Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and 100% of contributions are tax deductible. The Delta Phi Lambda Foundation’s Federal Tax ID, or Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 27-4378116.

Yes, you will receive a charitable tax receipt. How you receive the receipt varies depending on the platform you donated from. If you have questions, contact the Development Director at mpineda@dphilfoundation.org.

Thank you for your interest in setting up a monthly gift to the Foundation. You can complete the process online here.

Making a donation to Delta Phi Lambda Foundation is a meaningful way to honor or to remember someone special in your life. Your gift reflects your desire to make a lasting impact on the lives of someone close to your heart. You can contact the Development Director at mpineda@dphilfoundation.org to discuss your donation plans.

Absolutely, contact the Development Director at mpineda@dphilfoundation.org to discuss next steps.