Since its founding in 1913 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has clearly distinguished itself as a public service organization that boldly confronts the challenges of African Americans and, hence, all Americans. Over the years, a wide range of programs addressing education, health, international development, and strengthening of the African American family have evolved. In realizing its mission, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. provides an extensive array of public service initiatives through its Five-Point Program Thrust of Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement.(http://www.deltasigmatheta.org/programs_main.html)
Franklin-Jeanerette Alumnae has implemented several programs to support the Five-Point Program Thrust. Listed below are some of the activities:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH
Financial Fortitude Health Issues
Support of Black Businesses Nursing Home Visits
Children’s Pageant Chez Hope/Claire House Donations
Adopt-A-Family for Christmas Relay for Life
Adopt-A-School Health Fair
Thanksgiving Basket
CAA Partnership
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT POLITICAL AWARENESS
Scholarships Voting Clinic/Registration
All Youth Groups Red and White Day at State Capital
Cotillion/Beautillion Clinics Mayor’s Liaison/Community Liaison
Friends of the Library Get out and Vote Campaign
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS
Adopt-A-Child
