named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Leadership Development
Chapter officer roles and national convention training equip members with leadership skills in planning, organizing, and community engagement.
National Philanthropy Program
Annual initiative where all chapters collectively support a selected national charity through fundraising and volunteer activities; recent beneficiaries include the American Heart Association and Prevent Child Abuse America.
Wanda Bedell Scholarship
Annual scholarship awarded by National Delta Beta Sigma to graduating senior members who are pursuing higher education.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Award scholarships to graduating senior membersProvides financial scholarships to active senior members entering college or post-secondary institutions, including one $2,000 scholarship and two $600 scholarships annually. Also offers the Wanda Bedell Scholarship specifically for graduating seniors pursuing college education.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Conduct national and local philanthropy initiativesSupports a national philanthropy selected by the organization and engages local chapters in fundraising and volunteer activities for both national and local causes. Raised $56,041.83 for Prevent Child Abuse America as part of its national philanthropy initiative.
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
- Host annual national convention with leadership and recognition eventsConducts an annual convention that includes training sessions for chapter leaders, recognition of alumnae achievements, presentation of chapter awards, celebration of founding anniversaries through a Candlelight Ceremony, and public acknowledgment of philanthropic contributions and supported organizations.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Operate local chapters for high school girlsMaintains seven active chapters in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Tennessee, recruiting young women in 10th, 11th, and 12th grades into local chapters and requiring adult supervision through Chapter Mothers at all events. Organizes ongoing chapter-level activities including philanthropic events, community outreach, and initiation ceremonies.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support chapter development and organizational capacityIssues official charters to new chapters through the National Board of Regents, provides annual training and development sessions, educates leaders on hazing prevention, and offers information and support for establishing new or reactivating historic chapters.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$79K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$18K22%
Investment income$7991%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$106K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$1K
balance sheet
Total assets$259K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$259K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| HANNAH KNIES | NATIONAL PRESIDENT | 1 | $1K |
| VALERIE DAVIS | NATL SECRETARY | 1 | $1K |
| ANNA MARIE LATHAM | NATL VP SISTERHOOD | 1 | $600 |
| FIONA FRANKS | NATL VP - PHILANTHROPY | 1 | $600 |
| LAUREN SMITH | NATL EDITOR IN CHIEF | 1 | $350 |
| GRACIE FASON | AT LARGE MEMBER | 1 | $100 |
| AASTHA OZA | AT LARGE MEMBER | 1 | $50 |
| JILLIAN NORMAN | AT LARGE MEMBER | 1 | $50 |
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- American Heart Association Partner — Current national philanthropy partner for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
- National Board of Regents Government — Collaborates with the National Board of Regents for training and chapter development during annual convention.
- National Board of Regents Government — Ruling body responsible for issuing chapter charters and providing organizational oversight.
- National Board of Regents Network — Governing body composed of nine alumnae who support chapters and lead the national organization.
- National Board of Regents Network — National leadership body that educates and supports chapter officers and committee members.
- National DBS Network — Entity responsible for organizing and hosting the Alumnae Dinner at National Convention.
- PCA Partner — Partnered with PCA, as indicated by the display of the PCA colorful logo on the organization's website.
- Prevent Child Abuse America Partner — Former national philanthropy partner for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
- Ronald McDonald House Charities Partner — Former national philanthropy partner in 2019-2020.
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.
- Mentorship and Continuity Through Alumnae Engagementmethodology: alumnae_mentorship_modelBy connecting current members with experienced alumnae in advisory and mentorship roles such as Chapter Mothers, the organization strengthens leadership development and institutional continuity because intergenerational guidance reinforces identity and long-term commitment.
- Peer-Led Leadership Development Through Structured Rolesmethodology: peer_led_leadershipBy placing members in structured chapter officer and committee roles guided by peer-led initiatives, the organization develops leadership capacity in young women because experiential peer leadership fosters ownership, accountability, and sustained engagement.
- Values-Integrated Organizational Developmentmethodology: values_integrated_empowermentBy anchoring leadership and programming in enduring values of sisterhood and friendship while integrating modern commitments to diversity and empowerment, the organization sustains identity and relevance because shared values create cohesive, mission-driven communities.