The Washington DC Alumnae Chapter (WDCAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted its annual Scholarship & Community Forum on June 1, 2025, at the R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center. The event brought together community partners, local leaders, families, and supporters to celebrate academic excellence, collaboration, and the chapter’s enduring commitment to educational empowerment.
This year, WDCAC awarded more than $80,000 in scholarships to 21 students, continuing its proud legacy of helping young Washingtonians achieve their dreams of higher education. The afternoon also featured inspiring reflections, music, and the recognition of individuals and organizations whose work embodies the Sorority’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrusts.
In a milestone moment, WDCAC became the first chapter to award $10,000 in international scholarships to support five Kenyan students through the I CAN FLY program—an initiative that provides education, housing, and mentorship for girls in rural Kenya. The new I CAN FLY Scholarship, established under the International Awareness and Involvement Committee, marks WDCAC’s expansion into global education support and reinforces its mission to empower women and girls worldwide.
The event also honored exemplary local organizations whose commitment mirrors WDCAC’s mission of service.
The Florence Letcher Toms Award was presented to The Black Girl TRIBE, founded by Gabrielle Martinez, for its transformational work in mentoring and uplifting young Black girls across the District.
As the chapter reflected on its rich history of service, members renewed their dedication to strengthening both local and global communities through education, advocacy, and partnership.
Through this year’s Scholarship & Community Forum, WDCAC once again proved that its impact extends far beyond the District—empowering students, uplifting partners, and building bridges of opportunity across the world.