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Message from the Executive Director

 

Jennie M PIFWelcome to the Pearls of the Ivy Foundation online! Whether you are an existing supporter, a community partner, or you are interested in leading more about The Pearls of the Ivy Foundation, we hope that this website will help you lean about our mission and vision.

The 65 plus woman that make up the Pearls of the Ivy Foundation have been serving and are committed to promoting an enhanced quality of life throughout the Best Southwest Cities of North Texas and the entire Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.

The philanthropic efforts implemented through this 501(c)(3) organization support:

  • Higher education through the provision of scholarships to graduating seniors, donations to several local school district education foundations, and an annual gift to the UNCF
  • Community programs and volunteerism provided by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Upsilon Lambda Omega Chapter
  • Programs provided by an Alpha Kappa Alpha consortium of chapters from all over the DFW Metroplex who collaborate to provide necessary programs and services city-wide
  • Monetary and in-kind donations as well as volunteer assistance to our fellow not-for-profit agencies and organizations that provide invaluable specialized services to the community

It is our hope that you would join our service efforts.  You have taken the first step by visiting our site.  We hope to consistently increase our monetary support of the aforementioned programs and services, making the support of sponsors and donors like you essential.  We anxiously look forward to possibly partnering with you to ensure that our efforts increase as we move forward.

The Pearls of the Ivy Foundation is honored to serve the Best Southwest Cities of North Texas community.  As the foundation enters her 7th year of service, we look forward to developing new partnerships, growing the next generation of community leaders, and creating a legacy of impact in North Texas—and beyond—that serves our community for decades to come.  We invite you to partner with us in this mission!

Sincerely,

Jenine D. McClaney, MBA
Executive Director