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Our Story & Mission

The Pearls of Power Foundation, Inc. is the philanthropic arm of the Delta Delta Omega Chapter, dedicated to making a lasting impact in Metro East Illinois communities.

Our Mission

To provide scholarships, community programs, and opportunities that uplift and empower future generations through education, service, and sisterhood. We are committed to cultivating future leaders who will continue the legacy of service to all mankind.

Our Vision

To be a beacon of hope and empowerment in our community, creating pathways to success for students and families while fostering a culture of giving, service, and excellence that transcends generations.

Our Core Values

These principles guide everything we do as we work to make a difference in our community.

Service

Dedicated to serving our community with compassion and commitment.

Excellence

Striving for the highest standards in all our programs and initiatives.

Sisterhood

Building bonds that strengthen our collective impact.

Empowerment

Inspiring and equipping individuals to reach their full potential.

Our Journey

Key milestones in our history of service and impact.

2005

Pearls of Power Foundation, Inc. established

2008

First scholarship awarded to local student

2012

Launched Women's Healthcare and Wellness program

2015

Expanded to include HBCU for Life initiative

2018

Reached $25,000 in total scholarships awarded

2022

Launched Journey to 100 campaign

2024

Celebrating continued growth and community impact

Foundation Leadership

Our dedicated team works tirelessly to advance our mission.

P

Foundation President

President

Leading our mission to empower communities through education and service.

V

Vice President

Vice President

Supporting strategic initiatives and program development.

S

Secretary

Secretary

Managing communications and organizational records.

T

Treasurer

Treasurer

Overseeing financial operations and scholarship funds.

The purpose of the Pearls of Power Foundation is to cultivate and encourage through funding, high scholastic achievement, to study and help alleviate problems concerning the African American community in order to improve the socioeconomic status of the disadvantaged, and to fund projects that are of service to the community. 

Since 2017, The Pearls of Power Foundation has sponsored and supported programs and events that benefit historically black colleges and universities, women’s health care and wellness, economic empowerment, the arts, global impact and sustainability. We have also awarded over $20,000 in college scholarships to students in need.


DIRECTORS


Atty. Courtney Robinson,

President



Mrs. Peggy Lewis- LeCompte,

Vice President



Ms. Vernessa Streater,

Secretary


Mrs. Jacquelyn Ratliff-Jackson,

Financial Secretary



Ms. Shelita Gray,

Treasurer



Dr. Alice Aldridge,

Member-at-Large



Atty. Maurche' Belk,

Member-at-Large



Ms. Amanda Brinson



Mrs. Gwendolyn Childs



Mrs. Phillis Haywood



Mrs. Destyne Hill



Mrs. Mica Ike



Mrs. Lora Jones

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