irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $68KThe annual convention of Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha serves as a
- #2 $44KRecruitment activities support the orgs mission by identifying
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual National Convention
Major gathering of members for leadership development, cultural celebration, and organizational business
National Stroll Team
Performance dance team that represents the organization nationally, incorporating Latino cultural dances such as salsa, merengue, bomba, and reggae in high-intensity routines
Rose Mentorship Program
Initiative that pairs experienced members with newer ones to foster personal and professional development through sisterhood
Scholarship Program
Provides financial support to members pursuing higher education as part of the organization's commitment to academic excellence
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Alumni Leadership and Career Support Programs 1 activity
- Administering national educational mentorship programsRuns the ROSE Mentorship Program, a national educational initiative led by regional alumnae chapters, to support academic and personal development.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Conducting internal member development and bonding eventsOrganizes internal events to strengthen member relationships, foster unity, and support organizational culture among members at chapter, national, and international levels.
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Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
- Distributing goods and providing services through community eventsConducts community service events involving the distribution of goods to individuals in need, carried out at local, national, and international levels in partnership with organizations such as Children International, One Heartland, Special Olympics, March of Dimes, and Multiple Sclerosis organizations.
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Child Welfare and Protection Services 1 activity
- Fundraising for international child support initiativesRaises funds for Children International to support children in Honduras, as part of its broader community service and outreach efforts.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Operating collegiate and graduate chapters across multiple statesMaintains a network of 57 undergraduate chapters, 13 graduate chapters, and 17 colonies across 16 U.S. states, supporting organizational growth and member development since 1990.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Organizing national and international conventions and eventsHosts an annual national convention, such as the 34th National Convention at the University of Arkansas, to support organizational mission, governance, and member engagement at national and international levels.
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Union and Association Benefit Funds 1 activity
- Providing accident protection for undergraduate membersOffers an accident protection program that complements health insurance for undergraduate members, covering injuries resulting from accidents.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Providing volunteer-based organizational governanceRelies on board members and officers who volunteer their time and services to support organizational governance, operations, and strategic direction.
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Membership & Sponsorship Development 1 activity
- Recruiting members to advance organizational missionConducts recruitment activities to grow membership and further the organization’s mission and operational reach.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Fielding a national performance team for competitions and community eventsOperates the National Stroll Team, which performs in step competitions, exhibitions, and community events nationwide, earning first-place wins at events including SILK 2009, SILK 2013, Unleashed at Albany 2013, NALFO Showcase 2013, NALFO Showcase 2014, and RISC SouthEast 2019, and second place in SILK 2014.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$278K
Contributions & grants$241K87%
Program service revenue$38K14%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$208K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$15K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$236K
Cash$235K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$236K
Liquid reserves13.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +161.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 6
- ANGELA DELOPEZ — CHAIR SPCILIST
- ARRON NEAL — COMM & PR
- DIANA SALGUERO — CHAPT PRES
- ISABELLA SASSO — CHAPT PRES
- MARIANA BELTRA — CHAPT PRES
- MICHELE NUNEZ — CHAPT PRES
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Children International Partner — Partner organization for international community service initiatives.
- March of Dimes Partner — Partner organization for national community service initiatives.
- Multiple Sclerosis Partner — Partner organization for national community service initiatives.
- NALFO Network — Participates in and has won awards at NALFO showcases.
- NALFO (National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations, Inc.) Network — Member of a national network promoting interfraternal relations and development among Latino fraternal organizations.
- NALFO (National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations, Inc.) Network — Member organization of NALFO, participating in interfraternal collaboration and development.
- One Heartland Partner — Partner organization for national community service initiatives.
- Phired Up Partner — Partners with Phired Up to offer digital classrooms and certification programs for chapter recruitment and organizational growth.
- Special Olympics Partner — Partner organization for national community service initiatives.
- TicketsatWork Partner — Provides members with discounts and access to theme parks, attractions, travel, and events through a partnership with TicketsatWork.
- University of Arkansas Partner — Hosted the organization's 34th National Convention.
- YourMembership Government — Provider of membership software used by the organization.
- YourMembership Partner — Provides membership software for the organization.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural Empowerment Through Expressive Practicemethodology: cultural_empowerment_through_expressionBy integrating traditional Latino and Afro-Caribbean dance into collective rituals like strolling, we strengthen cultural identity and sisterhood, because embodied cultural expression fosters pride, intergenerational connection, and communal artistry.
- Peer-Driven Mentorship and Leadership Cyclemethodology: peer_driven_mentorshipBy leveraging members who were positively impacted by the organization to lead mentorship and recruitment, we generate organic growth and sustained mission alignment, because lived-experience leadership increases relatability, trust, and cultural continuity.
- Sisterhood-Based Empowerment Modelmethodology: sisterhood_based_empowermentBy fostering deep interpersonal bonds rooted in shared values—such as trust, respect, and cultural pride—we cultivate leadership, community engagement, and sustained member commitment, because collective identity and mutual support create a self-reinforcing cycle of empowerment and service.