History

Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc.
EST. 1943

DELTA CHI CHAPTER
LOS ANGELES, CA

History

Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc. was founded in Detroit, Mich., in February 1943 at the Lewis College of Business (formerly Lewis Business College) by Elizabeth Garner, an instructor at the college, and her sister, Dr. Violet T. Lewis, founder and president of the college. The women formed Gamma Phi Delta Sorority to support and promote opportunities for young women who were striving for a better education.

Gamma Phi Delta Sorority is a sisterhood of distinguished, congenial business and professional women. Through their talents and qualities, members aid and cultivate higher scholastic and ethical standards, provide social and recreational outlets, implement enrichment programs for youth and administer services to people in need. The Sorority provides opportunities for members to work and serve on local, regional and national levels, developing productive relationships and fostering positive results. Gamma Phi Delta is an excellent vehicle to build positive relationships with women with similar aspirations throughout the U.S. and internationally.

The Sorority is comprised of chapters in seven regions throughout the United States: Far Western, Mid-Western, Eastern, Northern, Southern, South Atlantic and Quad States.

Additionally, each Gamma Phi Delta Sorority Chapter supports and participates in the "Five Point Program" - M.E.E.P.S.
-Membership
-Economic Development
-Education
-Public Relations
-Social Action

"Snapshot" of Delta Chi Chapter Events/Observances

January	Luthermae E. Adams Day Commemorates youth auxiliaries, including Phi-Teens, Jr. Cavaliers/Cavaliers and Rosebuds. Past events include: California African-American Museum excursion, lunch and movies, go-cart racing, bowling, etc.
February	Founder's Day Honors Sorority founders Violet T. Lewis and Elizabeth Garner by attending church service and making a donation to the church’s youth department. In the past four years, Delta Chi Chapter has donated a total of $2,000 to youth departments at St. Reed Missionary Baptist Church, Second Baptist Church, St. Matthew Tabernacle of Praise and Ward A.M.E.
March	Far Western Regional Conference Takes place every two (odd) years for members in Far Western Regional chapters. Sorors participate in plenary sessions, elections, social activities, etc. This year's conference was held in Phoenix, Ariz.
March	Dr. Catherine E. Bozeman Month of Kindness Provides special recognition and service to elderly persons in the community. Past events include: volunteering at senior centers, running errands, storytelling, etc.
April	Artist of Tomorrow Scholarship Luncheon Showcases talent and achievement from Delta Chi Chapter's youth auxiliaries and honors the top two graduating seniors (male & female) with $1000 scholarships. Additional graduating seniors receive special endowments and stipends for college. This year's Artist of Tomorrow Luncheon will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at the Hacienda Hotel in El Segundo, Calif.
July	National Boulé Conference Takes place every two (even) years for all Sorority members, including youth auxiliaries. Members participate in board meetings, competitions, elections, awards banquets, plenary sessions, social activities, etc. The next Boulé will take place in Orlando, Fla. in 2008.
October	National Make a Difference Day A national day of helping others and a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. Past events include: providing 80 “Move-In” baskets to low-income residents on opening day of the Yankee Hotel, an affordable housing development in downtown Los Angeles; raising $1,600 in the wake of Hurricane Katrina to donate to Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc.’s national Hurricane Katrina Fund
November	Thanksgiving Basket Project Delta Chi Chapter annually donates more than 50 Thanksgiving dinner baskets to needy families, seniors, and shelters throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Baskets are comprised of the necessary essentials to make a hearty Thanksgiving dinner, including stuffing, cornbread mix, canned and fresh vegetables, dessert mix, cranberry sauce, a grocer's gift certificate to purchase a turkey and much more.