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2023-2024 Kappa Delta Foundation Annual Report

Thank you for an incredible Year

You invested. Your sisters are thriving!

As we reflect on the past fiscal year, we are proud to celebrate the 2,749 Kappa Delta Foundation donors who — through their generous contributions — have equipped KDs everywhere with the tools to lead with confidence in their chapters and in their communities. From scholarships to mental health education to professional development and philanthropic grants, your gifts to the KD Foundation have provided transformative experiences that strengthen members’ confidence, build leadership skills and enable your sisters to thrive both personally and professionally. You are cultivating a sisterhood that empowers every Kappa Delta to make a difference in the world.

Contributions in the 2023-24 fiscal year (August 1, 2023-July 31, 2024) made this impact possible!

Your Gifts in Action

See how your gifts made an impact this year!

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$930,976 for scholarships

This year, Kappa Delta awarded an impressive $930,976 in scholarships to 341 women from 129 chapters to support our sisters' academic and personal growth. These funds included the prestigious Corre Anding Stegall Collegiate Leadership Awards, our highest individual collegiate honor. Undergraduate and graduate students benefited from merit-based scholarships, while additional scholarships provided crucial financial aid to undergraduate sisters in need. These opportunities underscore our commitment to empowering women to achieve their dreams and excel academically.

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$105,934 for mental health education and member well-being programs

Kappa Delta allocated $105,934 to promote mental health and member well-being, reaching thousands of sisters through innovative programming. Our Confident Conversations series doubled its attendance, with over 2,200 members gaining tools to navigate challenges and build resilience. On-demand learning modules educated nearly 9,000 collegians and advisors on making confident decisions for their well-being and succeeding in their roles. These programs reflect our commitment to supporting our members’ mental health and empowering them to prioritize self-care while fostering a stronger, more connected sisterhood.

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$168,738 for leadership programming and professional development grants

Kappa Delta invested $168,738 in leadership programming and professional development grants to equip sisters with skills for lifelong success. The Officer Experience Institute trained over 1,000 collegiate leaders and advisors. Executive coaching for our Leadership Development Consultants ensured they could empower 20,000 collegiate sisters across the nation. Members benefited from inspiring Angelos articles, internships with the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and orthopaedic research labs, and sponsorships for national leadership academies. Additionally, a grant to the Amplify Sorority Campaign funded research to enhance the sorority experience. These programs underscore our commitment to developing leaders who embody KD values and inspire others to do the same.

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$776,453 in philanthropic grants

Kappa Delta invested $776,453 in philanthropic grants to support causes that align with our values and make a meaningful difference. This included contributions to our national philanthropies—such as scholarships for National Gold Award Girl Scouts and funding for Prevent Child Abuse America. Additionally, KiDs Grants empowered alumnae and chapters to partner with local nonprofits on impactful projects like providing toys and backpacks for foster children, meals for kids facing food insecurity and resources for trauma recovery centers. We also extended Alumnae Crisis Grants totaling $30,000, offering emergency financial aid to sisters navigating severe hardship, demonstrating the strength of our sisterhood.

$1.98 Million Awarded Because of Your Support

 

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Your Lasting Impact

Hear from your sisters whose lives have been changed thanks to your generous support

"Thank you for easing that financial burden and supporting me as l chase my dreams."

"As a first-generation college student from a single parent household, l have always worried about how to afford my undergraduate degree, let alone medical school. Thank you for easing that financial burden and supporting me as l chase my dreams." - Libby Hill, Alpha Alpha-Michigan State, Cynthia Bechtell Wood Scholarship recipient

"Kappa Delta has completely transformed my leadership journey."

"Kappa Delta has completely transformed my leadership journey. The LDC training we receive is so intentional and has prepared me to make connections and facilitate chapter growth that will last for years to come." - Bella Cutruzzula, Nu-Oklahoma State, Senior Leadership Development Consultant

"This sisterhood has shaped me into who I am today."

"When I joined Kappa Delta, I found a place where everyone recognized me for who I was on the inside and the values I carry. This sisterhood has shaped me into who I am today, and now, I'm our chapter president." - Taylor Smith, Alpha Xi-Louisville, Corre Anding Stegall Collegiate Leadership Award recipient

"Because of this scholarship, I can continue working with college students."

"I chose to work in higher education because of the profound impact my membership in Kappa Delta had on me. Because of this scholarship, I can continue working with college students and help them build the same kind of support system l have, thanks to Kappa Delta." - Melyssa Barrera, Zeta Chi-Idaho, Alumna Grant for Continuing Education scholarship recipient

Financial Highlights

Fiscal year Aug. 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024 

 

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