irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0NATIONAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE IS AN ANNUAL WEEKEND WORKSHOP WHICH FOCUSES ON PUBLIC SPEAKING, LEADERSHIP SKILLS, BEST PRACTICES FOR STUDY HABITS AND JOB SEARCHES.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
National Leadership Training Institute
Annual weekend workshop focusing on public speaking, leadership skills, study habits, and job search strategies for members.
Siempre Leal Program
Alumni engagement initiative that supports lifelong brotherhood, leadership voting, and continued development of alumni networks.
activities · 13 groups
What they do
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Leadership Development Programs 2 activities
- Annual leadership and skills workshopConducts an annual weekend workshop focused on public speaking, leadership skills, study habits, and job search strategies for members.
- Semesterly Leadership Training InstitutesConducts semesterly Leadership Training Institutes for members to build leadership and organizational skills.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 2 activities
- Nuestra America Initiative fundraisingConducts annual fundraising for multiple local and international nonprofits through the Nuestra America Initiative, including G.O.A.L., Second Harvest, Border Angels, and Centerville Immigration Forum.
- Philanthropic fundraising by chaptersChapters organize philanthropic events that generate tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for charity.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Alumni engagement through Siempre Leal programOperates the Siempre Leal program to maintain alumni engagement via communication, voting rights, and financial contributions dedicated to alumni development.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Biennial national conventionHosts a national convention every two years for members to engage in governance, leadership development, and brotherhood activities.
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Public School Support Fundraising 1 activity
- Charity fundraising for Jorge Guevara Mellado SchoolRaised $3,377 for the Jorge Guevara Mellado School to fund student scholarships, community service competitions, and a computer lab with laptops and instruction.
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Culturally Specific Support Services 1 activity
- Educational and cultural support for LatinosSupports individual educational achievement of Latinos and promotes awareness of Latin American values and traditions.
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Member Hardship Assistance Programs 1 activity
- Emergency financial assistance for membersProvides limited emergency financial support to current fraternity members facing temporary or unexpected hardships.
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Fraternal Organization Member Services 1 activity
- Leadership and professional development programsSupports the development of professional leaders through shared experiences and lifelong brotherhood, promoting Pan Americanism via intellectual dialogue, cultural awareness, and community service.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Leadership development scholarships fundingFunds leadership development scholarships for high school students through the National Hispanic Institute.
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Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
- National Pan-American Day of ServiceOrganizes the Pan-American Day of Service, engaging all chapters in nationwide civic engagement and community service activities, with high participation rates in NALFO's Day of Service.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- New chapter development supportOffers support for establishing new chapters on college campuses through an expansion team.
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Student Organization Funding and Support 1 activity
- Support for student organizationsSupports student organizations such as the Honduran Students' Association at LSU, contributing to their growth and campus activity.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Chapter expansion and re-establishmentChartered new and re-established chapters across the United States, including at Syracuse University and Columbia University by 2000, and re-established the Alpha Chapter at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1984.
- Trademark licensingAdministers license agreements for the commercial use of Phi Iota Alpha trademarks.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$210K
Contributions & grants$206K98%
Program service revenue$2800%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$182K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$74K
Cash$74K
Investments$0
Liabilities$14K
Net assets$61K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -1.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 12
- ALEJANDRO MENDIAZ-RIVERA — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRIS GALE — SECRETARY
- CHRISTIAN GALE — BOARD MEMBER
- DANNY ROJAS — BOARD MEMBER
- ERIC GONZALEZ — CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
- FRANCISCO LUGO — BOARD MEMBER
- GARY SANTOS MENDOZA — BOARD MEMBER
- JUAN PABLO ESQUIVEL — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBERT GOMEZ — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- ROBERTO PEREZ — BOARD MEMBER
- RUBEN GARCIA — BOARD MEMBER
- SERGIO BARERRA — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 28
Who they work with
- Active Minds Partner — Partner organization focused on promoting mental health awareness and education for young adults.
- Affinity Consultants Partner — Manages the fraternity's trademark licensing program.
- Border Angels Partner — Humanitarian organization in California supported through the Nuestra America Initiative.
- Centerville Immigration Forum Partner — NYC-based immigration advocacy group supported through the Nuestra America Initiative.
- Columbia University Partner — Hosted a chapter of Federación Latino-Americana and later had its former Phi Lambda Alpha chapter re-established by Phi Iota Alpha by 2000.
- G.O.A.L. Partner — Local nonprofit in Denton, Texas supported through the Nuestra America Initiative.
- Jorge Guevara Mellado Project Partner — Supported by the Alpha Gamma Chapter to fund scholarships, a computer lab, and community service programs at the Jorge Guevara Mellado School.
- LSU Network — Phi Iota Alpha has a historical connection through student membership and campus activity at Louisiana State University.
- Louisiana State University Partner — Original site of Sigma Iota fraternity and one of the last active undergraduate chapters before the 1979–1983 inactivity period.
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology Partner — Founding campus of Pi Delta Phi fraternity, a predecessor organization that merged into Phi Iota Alpha.
- NALFO Network — Member organization participating in NALFO's philanthropic events, including the Day of Service.
- National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations, Inc. (NALFO) Network — Organization that unites and empowers Latino fraternal groups; Phi Iota Alpha is a member.
- National Hispanic Institute Partner — Collaborates on philanthropic efforts and national campaigns.
- National Hispanic Institute Partner — Collaborates on philanthropic initiatives and national campaigns.
- National Hispanic Institute Partner — Longstanding philanthropic partner receiving support through Phi Iota Alpha's Fall Initiative for student leadership scholarships.
- North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) Network — Trade association representing men's fraternities; Phi Iota Alpha is part of this network.
- Nuestra America Initiative Partner — Engages in joint philanthropic and national outreach campaigns.
- Nuestra America Initiative Partner — Engages in joint philanthropic efforts and national campaigns.
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Partner — Founding institution of the Alpha Chapter of Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity Inc.
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Partner — Original founding campus of the Union Hispano Americana and site of the re-established Alpha Chapter of Phi Iota Alpha in 1984.
- Second Harvest Partner — Food bank in Tennessee supported through the Nuestra America Initiative.
- Syracuse University Partner — Site of a former Sigma Iota chapter re-established under Phi Iota Alpha by 2000.
- The 1931 Foundation Partner — Collaborates with Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity Inc. to provide emergency financial support to brothers through the Semper Juncti Emergency Relief Fund.
- The 1931 Foundation Partner — Supports Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity's mission of developing professional leaders and promoting Pan Americanism.
- University of California, Berkeley Partner — Founding campus of Phi Lambda Alpha fraternity, a predecessor organization that merged into Phi Iota Alpha.
- alumni team Partner — Team responsible for assisting graduate and professional individuals interested in joining the fraternity.
- expansion team Partner — Team responsible for assisting interested students in establishing new chapters on campuses.
- leones.phiota.org Partner — Platform or initiative linked for alumni reactivation and engagement.
strategies · 4
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.
- Emergency Relief Without Recoursemethodology: emergency_relief_grantmakingBy providing emergency financial assistance on a case-by-case basis without requiring repayment, the fraternity ensures accessible crisis support because removing financial and procedural barriers increases utilization and trust among members in need.
- Leadership Development Through Fraternal Engagementmethodology: leadership-through-fraternal-engagementBy engaging members in shared experiences, structured skill-building, and internal leadership roles, the fraternity develops professional leaders and promotes Pan-Americanism, because sustained involvement in brotherhood activities fosters cultural awareness, communication skills, and civic responsibility.
- Network-Based Advancement and Community Impactmethodology: network_based_community_engagementBy leveraging professional networks and grassroots partnerships, the fraternity enables individual advancement and community development because sustained relationships with alumni and local organizations create pathways for leadership, resource mobilization, and responsive service.
- Pan-American Identity and Movement Buildingmethodology: pan_american_movement_buildingBy unifying Latin American and U.S.-based students through cultural affinity and organizational mergers, the fraternity advances Pan-Americanism because shared identity and collective infrastructure strengthen political, cultural, and intellectual solidarity across national borders.