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LAMBDA THETA ALPHA

ITHACA, NY · EIN 223530740 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B83 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · lambdalady.org
revenue
$789K
expenses
$708K
net assets
$2.1M
employees
1
volunteers
10
mission · from form 990

THE PURPOSE OF LAMBDA THETA ALPHA SHALL BE TO PROVIDE A SISTERHOOD BASED ON UNITY, LOVE, AND RESPECT; TO PROVIDE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES AND TO CARRY ON CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP, MAINTAIN HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS AND SERVE AS A VOICE TO THE LATINO COMMUNITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. is a Latina-founded Greek-letter organization established in 1975 that fosters sisterhood, academic excellence, and community activism. It supports women of all ethnic backgrounds in higher education through leadership development, cultural programming, and social justice advocacy. The sorority operates nationally with undergraduate chapters across numerous colleges and universities.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Academic Support Programming
Provides study skills workshops, time management seminars, and study sessions to promote academic excellence among undergraduate members.
Leadership Summit and National Convention
Annual gathering of members for leadership training, strategic planning, and sisterhood development, drawing hundreds of participants each year.
National Political Education Initiative
Raises awareness about social justice issues affecting marginalized communities and promotes civic engagement and policy reform among members and campuses.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Initiatives
Annual campaigns to educate campuses and communities about sexual violence prevention and support survivors through partnerships and outreach events.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
    • Advocates for civic and political issues affecting marginalized communities
      Operates a National Political Education Initiative Committee to raise awareness about social justice issues and advocate for reform. Engages in civic advocacy, including meetings with congressional offices in Washington, D.C., and participation in campaigns for comprehensive immigration reform alongside national organizations.
  • Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
    • Builds organizational capacity through chapter development and member engagement
      Has established over 160 undergraduate and alumnae chapters across 23 states and Puerto Rico since 1975, growing a national network of more than 5,000 members. Supports sisterhood and geographic connectivity among members through structured chapters and national conventions, such as one attended by nearly 400 members in Austin, Texas.
  • Charity Event Organization 1 activity
    • Funds and participates in national awareness and fundraising initiatives for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
      Designated St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as its national philanthropy and partners on initiatives to support children's health, including serving as an official partner of the St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer and exceeding sponsorship commitments. The organization also became a collegiate partner to support national awareness and fundraising efforts.
  • Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
    • Promotes leadership and professional development among members
      Offers programming focused on developing leadership, intrapersonal, and interpersonal skills to prepare members for leadership roles on campus and professional success.
  • Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
    • Responds to natural disasters with community relief efforts
      Implements natural disaster relief programs to support affected communities, including providing assistance in response to Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
  • Culturally Specific Support Services 1 activity
    • Supports the Latino community through social, cultural, and educational programs
      Provides social and cultural activities, educational programs, and community enrichment initiatives focused on empowering Latinas in higher education and strengthening communities. Activities include study skills workshops, time management seminars, and cultural education events across chapters.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Honors deceased members through annual memorial ceremony
      Conducts an annual Lambda Angels ceremony during the national convention to honor sisters who have passed away.
    • Manages organizational risk and brand identity
      Implements a risk management policy to reduce institutional risks and losses by increasing awareness across chapters. Develops and enforces branding guidelines, including approved images, colors, and typefaces, to maintain a consistent organizational image and improve communication quality.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$789K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$774K98%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$15K
expenses
Total expenses$708K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$16K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$2.17M
Cash$2.17M
Investments$0
Liabilities$94K
Net assets$2.08M
Liquid reserves36.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +51.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 10
  • ANABEL BELLE GENAO — DIR OF RECRUITMENT
  • CAROLINA AYALA — VICE PRES ADMINISTRATION
  • CECILIA SUAREZ — VICE PRES INTERNAL AFFAIRS
  • CLARITZA REYES — DIR OF ORIENTATION
  • ERICA RAMOS — DIR OF RISK MANAGEMENT
  • JENNIFER ALCARAZ — DIR OF ALUMNAE AFFAIRS
  • ROSIE DIAZ — NATIONAL PRESIDENT
  • SABRINA-KAHOKULANI AS SERGEANT — VICE PRES EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
  • SARAH MAZHAR — VICE PRES FINANCE
  • TATIANA CLAYTON — DIR OF UNDERGRADUATE AFFAI
relationships · 26

Who they work with

  • Association of Fraternity / Sorority Advisors Partner — Partners to promote best practices and professional development in fraternity and sorority life.
  • Bloomfield College Partner — Hosts the Beta undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • Caldwell College Partner — Co-hosts the Eta undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha with Fairleigh Dickinson University
  • FWD.us Partner — Collaborated with FWD.us on advocacy efforts for comprehensive immigration reform.
  • Fairleigh Dickinson University Partner — Co-hosts the Eta undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha with Caldwell College
  • Hazing Prevention Partner — Collaborates on educational programs and advocacy to prevent hazing in Greek organizations.
  • Kean University Partner — Founded at Kean University in New Jersey in 1975.
  • Kean University Partner — Hosts the Alpha undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • Lambda Theta Alpha Foundation Partner — Collaborates on philanthropic and service initiatives as the sorority's foundation.
  • Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc Network — Omega Chapter is a recognized chapter within the national organization Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.
  • Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Partner — Founding organization that identified the need for the foundation and continues to be a key partner.
  • League of Women Voters Partner — Partnered on voter engagement and civic education initiatives.
  • League of Women Voters Partner — Partners on civic engagement and voter education initiatives.
  • Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Partner — Hosts the Zeta undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • Rider University Partner — Hosts the Iota undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • Rowan University Partner — Hosts the Theta undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • Rutgers University New Brunswick Partner — Hosts the Epsilon undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • Seton Hall University Partner — Hosts the Delta undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Funder — Recognized by St. Jude for fundraising contributions supporting pediatric cancer research.
  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Partner — Collaborates on service initiatives and fundraising efforts related to children's health.
  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Partner — National philanthropy partner focused on fundraising and community support.
  • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Partner — Collegiate and official event partner for the St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer, focused on fundraising and awareness in the Latino community.
  • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Partner — National philanthropy partner focused on supporting childhood cancer research and patient care.
  • The College of New Jersey Partner — Hosts the Gamma undergraduate chapter of Lambda Theta Alpha
  • VotoLatino Partner — Partner organization in a voter registration challenge aimed at increasing Latino civic participation.
  • Wize Partner — Partnered to provide online professional development and financial literacy resources to members.
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.

  • Culturally Rooted Community Engagement
    methodology: culturally_rooted_inclusion
    By anchoring outreach and empowerment efforts in Latino cultural values while maintaining inclusive membership, the organization increases relevance and trust within target communities, because culturally congruent programming enhances engagement and reduces barriers to participation.
  • Dual-Pillar Community Enrichment Strategy
    methodology: dual_pillar_enrichment
    By focusing service initiatives on education and natural disaster preparedness/relief, the organization addresses both long-term development and acute community needs, because combining structural and emergency interventions maximizes community resilience.
  • Sisterhood-Based Empowerment Model
    methodology: sisterhood_based_empowerment
    By fostering a lifelong sisterhood grounded in unity, love, and respect, the organization promotes leadership development, academic excellence, and sustained civic engagement among Latina women, because relational belonging strengthens personal agency and collective action.