PROGRAMS
Nationally, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc has programs which unite our brotherhood to have an impact globally. At the chapter level, Pi Psi Lambda engages in community partnerships to positively effect our communities. Our signature programs are outlined below.
The A-TEAM
The A-Team serves as a youth development program for students in grades 6-12. The A-Team is affiliated with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Pi Psi Lambda Chapter with support from the Quincy Alphas Education and Leadership Foundation, Inc. With an emphasis on mentorship and leadership development, members of the A-Team attend monthly workshops which may include speakers, field trips, or community services. The Brothers of Chapter serve as mentors to the students during their time in the program.
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Family Donations
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Pi Psi Lambda Chapter provides direct services to families within the chapter's service area - Gadsden, Liberty and Decatur County (GA).
In collaboration with community-based non-profits, the Quincy Alphas are able to provide families with all necessary ingredients for a healthy and hearty Thanksgiving Meal. For Christmas, the Chapter selects families to receive toys and other necessities during the holiday season.
Golden Gala
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Pi Psi Lambda Chapter in collaboration with the Quincy Alpha Education and Leadership Foundation, Inc. hosts an annual Golden Gala. The event serves as a scholarship fundraiser.
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Two key recognitions during the Gala include the Alpha Spirit Award and the Alpha Service Award. The Alpha Spirit recognizes individual(s) or an organization who's actions and efforts within the community align with the Fraternity's mission, objectives, and aims. The Alpha Service award recognize(s) individual(s) or an organization with a proven and impactful record of service with the service area of the Pi Psi Lambda chapter.
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Scholarships
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Pi Psi Lambda Chapter in collaboration with the Quincy Alpha Education and Leadership Foundation, Inc. awards scholarships to select graduating high school seniors. The scholarship program seeks to recognize outstanding graduating high school seniors who have been active in both school and the community, while successfully completing the requirements for graduation.
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The recipients of the scholarship must plan to enroll in college the summer or fall immediately following high school graduation. The recipients for the scholarship are selected from Gadsden, and Decatur (GA).
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