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Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 2017-2018 Sorority Year

May 2018

Committee Reports

Chapter Meeting – May 19, 2018 at 12:00 PM Great Commission Baptist Church

7700 McCart Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76133

Angela Smith, President

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

CHAPTER OFFICERS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 4

CHAPTER COMMITTEES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4

AGENDA ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

WELCOME VISITING SORORS ............................................................................................................................................................. 6

MAY BIRTHDAYS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6

APRIL MEETING MINUTES.................................................................................................................................................................. 7

CORRESPONDENCE REPORT ............................................................................................................................................................ 11

PRESIDENTS REPORT ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15

NATIONAL NEWS & EVENTS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15 REGIONAL NEWS & EVENTS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15 STATE /CLUSTER/2018 ............................................................................................................................................................................ 16 LOCAL .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

COMMITTEE REPORTS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17

ARTS AND LETTERS COMMITTEE REPORT ...................................................................................................................................................... 17 INTERNAL AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT......................................................................................................................................................... 18 JABBERWOCK COMMITTEE REPORT ............................................................................................................................................................. 20 MAY WEEK COMMITTEE REPORT ............................................................................................................................................................... 21 PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH/WELLNESS COMMITTEE REPORT....................................................................................................................... 22 S.O.S. COMMITTEE REPORT ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23 SOCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT ...................................................................................................................................................................... 24 TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE REPORT ............................................................................................................................................................. 25


Indicates * Committee Chair

Chapter Officers President Angela Smith Chaplain Rose Kirby Simpson

First Vice President Katrina Haley Journalist Katrina Carter

Second Vice President Valerie Baston Sutton Corresponding Secretary Mekasha Brown

Recording Secretary Cynthia Winston Sergeant-at-Arms Demetrice Thompson

Financial Secretary Kristie Stephenson Custodian of Properties Rachel Madison

Assistant Financial Secretary RaMona Carter Historian Shirley Coggins

Treasurer Dr. Carolyn Yusuf Parliamentarian Angela Rainey

Assistant Treasurer Teresa Lamb Assist Parliamentarian Lynnae Hughes

Chapter Committees Arts and Letter* Gloria Spradley-

Wadkins* Nominating Committee Andrea Harper

Arts and Letters Sherri Pratt Nominating Committee Sherry Smith

Barbara Jordan Essay* Glenda Redeemer* Nominating Committee Tabitha Smith

Barbara Jordan Essay Beverly Pouncey Nominating Committee Kimberly Whatley Knight

Choir* Charlene Ayers* Omega Omega* Linda Green*

Courtesy* Margie Majors* Omega Omega Ernestine Cohee

Courtesy Betty Mobley Pan Hellenic* Yolanda James

Delta Academy* Charitta Bryant* Pan Hellenic Whitnee Byod

Delta Academy Roneka Patterson Programs* Valerie Baston-Sutton*

Delta GEMS* Astonida Draper* Project 13* S. Machelle Denson*

Delta GEMS Keisha Mason Publicity* Kimberly Hinton

Founders Day* Deborah Cuffee* Rituals & Ceremonies* Bonnie Cheatman*

Founders Day Robyn Harris Risk Management* Valerie Baston-Sutton

EMBODI* LaMetra Curry* Risk Management Rachel Madision

EMBODI Brittnay Mitchell Rules of Order/Polices Angela Rainey

Fundraising* Carolyn Grant* Senior Citizens* Bobbie Smart*

Health Wellness* Janet Hicks-Woods* Senior Citizens Loretta Bookman

Health Wellness Jennifer Henley Sisterhood Luncheon* Sharie Rambo McEwing *

Heritage & Archives* Shirley Coggins* Sisterhood Luncheon Bevelia Curley

Internal Audit* Dora Sergeant* Sisterhood Month* Andrea Harper

Jabberwock* Bridgette Garrett * Social Action* Barbara Cager*

Jabberwock Paula Roberts Social Action Kimele Carter

May Week* Alishia Jones * Technology* Kimberly Hinton*

Membership* Katrina Haley* Yearbook* Mekasha Brown*

Nominating Committee* Vicky Morange* Yearbook Demetrice Thompson


DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

FORT WORTH ALUMNAE CHAPTER

CHAPTER MEETING

Great Commission Baptist Church ~ May 19, 2018 ~ Noon

AGENDA

A Prayer

B Verification of Handouts

C Adoption of Agenda

D Reading and Approval of Minutes

E Welcome of Visiting Sorors

F Sisterhood Moment

G President’s Report

H Correspondence Report

I Financial Secretary’s Report

J Treasurer’s Report

K Recommendations of Executive Board

1. Assist BREAD with their 2018 Summertime Raffle, for every $125 packet sold, $100 would go

towards BREAD’s building fund and the remaining $25 would be split 50/50 between FWA and BREAD.

2. Support the 2nd annual Fort Worth Bookfest by sponsoring a discounted $75 booth and asking

Sorors to volunteer to work the event. on October 20, 2018 from 10:00am-6:00pm at Tarrant County

College – Trinity River Campus (300 Trinity Campus Cir, Fort Worth, TX 76102)

L Committee Reports

1. Arts & Letters

2. Internal Audit

3. Fundraising (raffle)

4. Health & Wellness

5. Social

6. Heritage & Archives

7. Policies & Procedures

M Unfinished Business

N New Business

O Announcements

1. The third Red Carpet event of the biennium, the movie “A Chance in the World,” that

will appear in theaters on May 30th for one showing only. In this area, it is showing at Ridgmar

13 & XD, Regal Fossil Creek 11, and North East Mall 18 in Fort Worth at 7:00pm.

***PLEASE SIGN IN SO WE WILL HAVE AN OFFICIAL RECORD OF YOUR ATTENDANCE***


Welcome Visiting Sorors

May Birthdays

MAY 03 Annie Dobbins MAY 04 Andrea Harper MAY 05 Patricia Clark MAY 12 Ernestine Cohee MAY 13 Cornelia Baker MAY 14 Valerie Payne MAY 19 Avis Davis MAY 26 Debra Brown-Sturns MAY 27 Loretta Bookman MAY 27 Denise Dobbins MAY 27 Angela Rainey MAY 30 Kartrina Carter MAY 30 Dianna Jernigan MAY 31 Donna Allen


April Meeting Minutes DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC

Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Meeting April 14, 2018, at Great Commission Baptist Church

7700 McCart Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76133

Soror Angela Smith called the meeting to order at 12:00 Noon, with the ritualistic opening. There was a quorum present. Handouts were verified. Soror Mekasha Brown moved to adopt the agenda, Soror Charlene Ayers seconded. No corrections noted. (55 for, 0 opposed). Motion carried. Minutes from March 10, 2018 chapter meeting were read. Soror Charlene Ayers moved to accept the minutes with corrections, Soror Mekasha Brown seconded. (66 for, 0 opposed) Motion carried.

Welcome of Visiting Sorors and Birthdays: Soror Katrina Haley

• There was 1 visiting soror: Soror JoElla Pruitt

• Sorors having birthdays in April were serenaded with the Happy Birthday song Sisterhood Moment: Soror Machell Denson

Elections Committee: Soror Yonina Robinson, Chairperson, provided directions for the election of officers process.

President’s Report (Soror Angela Smith)

National News & Events ▪ Keep family of Debra Watkins in prayer as we mourn her loss. ▪ April is Financial Fortitude Month. A Financial Fortitude Calendar will be shared with the membership. ▪ Delta Fellows selected ▪ Names of sorors that have passed during the 2017-18 sorority year will be submitted for inclusion at

the Memorial Service to be held at SW Regional Conference. Deadline for submission is 6/15/2018. ▪ Begin submission of write-ups for various programs to receive awards during SWR Conference ▪ Audit of Chapter website will begin soon. ▪ Begin preparation of end- of- year compliance processes. ▪ The website has been updated to assist with Nominations and Elections ▪ A more user-friendly Alcohol and Drug Policy will be released soon. ▪ Awaiting announcement of revised Chapter Management Handbook

Regional/State News ▪ Encouraged sorors to participate in fundraising efforts (Big D Bundle, Old School Party) ▪ SWR Conference updates (registration, attire for various events) ▪ Complete compliance requirements by due dates ▪ Submit new contact information as soon as possible after completion of elections

Chapter News

▪ Please support Rhythm Raffle fundraiser to win reimbursement of your Regional Conference registration.

▪ FWA has 71 members registered for SWR Conference ▪ DID Training schedule for April 28, 2018


▪ Committee Chairs have been asked to submit reviews, final reports, proposed calendars to the President, 1st and 2nd Vice Presidents by May 4, 2018.

▪ Encouraged sorors to attend Jabberwock

Correspondence Report (Soror Mekasha Brown): See report.

• Addition: Thank you from Soror Michelle Brown

Officer’s Report

• Financial Report (Soror Kristi Stephenson): See report

• Treasurer’s Report (Soror Carolyn Yusuf):

April, 2018 Operating Scholarship Savings Jabberwock PayPal

Beg. Bal $ 36,260.83 $ 3,034.00 $ 27,579.33 $ 11,324.60 $132.00

Deposits 32,723.10

45.00 0.21 31,996.07

Cleared Trans. 11,439.50 146.00 1,499.79 30,726.12

Uncleared Trans.

4,755.14

Ending Bank Bal.

47,700.33 2,888.00 26,079.75 42,050.72 132.00

Register Bank Balance

41,015.97 2,888.00 26,079.75 42,050.72

Executive Board Recommendations: None

Committee Reports:

1. Budget & Finance (Sorors Carolyn Yusuf and Teresa Lamb)- Presentation on:

• FWA Membership Breakdown

• Overview of Dues Recommendation

• Local Dues Analysis

• Budget Comparison

Soror Carolyn Yusuf moved to increase local dues from $150.00 to $200.00 effective immediately pending approval from Scholarship & Standards; second by Soror Kristi Stephenson (64 for, opposed 7) Motion carried.

Soror Shavon Cormick moved to Call for Question on motion regarding dues; Soror Gabrietta Guerin seconded (58 for, 4 opposed)

Soror Mekasha Brown moved to amend the motion to increase local dues from $150.00 to $200.00 pending approval from Scholarship & Standards effective 2019-2020 sorority year; Soror Beletra Thomas seconded (68 for, 2 opposed) Motion carried.

Soror Teresa Lamb moved to accept proposed budget for 2018-19 sorority year; Soror Myra McGlothen-Sutton seconded (64 for, 1 opposed) Motion carried.

2. Health & Wellness (Soror Myra McGlothen-Sutton) – Upcoming activities: African American Health Expo and March for Babies


• Recommendation: Partner with IT’S TIME TEXAS for the AAHE allowing them to use our table with health and wellness information.

Soror Myra McGlothen-Sutton moved to Partner with IT’S TIME TEXAS for the AAHE, allowing them to use FWA table with health and wellness information; Soror Mekasha Brown seconded (34 for, 11 opposed) Motion carried.

3. May Week – (Soror Myra McGlothen-Sutton) – For Information Only ➢ May Week will be May 5, 2018, 12:00 Noon-2:00p.m. ➢ Venue – Polytechnic United Methodist Church ➢ Theme: “Walking into Your Destiny”

4. Arts & Letters (Soror Gloria Spradley- Wadkins) For Information Only)

➢ 2nd Annual Roundtable featuring Talented Black Artist on May 12, 2018 @ Button’s Restaurant from 9:00 a.m. - Noon

5. Election’s Committee Report – (Soror Yonina Roberson) – Election Results ➢ President – Angela Smith ➢ First Vice President – Kristie Stephenson ➢ Second Vice President – Kiphani Allen ➢ Recording Secretary – Gabretta Guerin ➢ Corresponding Secretary – Demetrice Thompson ➢ Financial Secretary – Ramona Carter ➢ Assistant Financial Secretary – Rhonda Smith ➢ Treasurer – Dora Sergeant ➢ Assistant Treasurer – Teresa Lamb ➢ Chaplain – Lula Daniel ➢ Sergeant-At-Arms – Mekasha Brown ➢ Internal Audit Chair – Pamela Miller ➢ Nominating Chair – Juanita Winfrey ➢ Members, Nominating Committee – Jennifer Henley

Kay McDonald Beverly Wilborn

6. Policy & Procedures (Sorors Angela Rainey and Lynnae Hughes) – Reviewed Proposed Amendments to

the Policies and Procedures to be voted upon during the May, 2018 Chapter Meeting Unfinished Business

1. Volunteer Hours – Soror Mekasha Brown shared letter on submission of volunteer hours. Contact Soror Beletra Thomas or Soror Donna Allen if there are additional questions/concerns.

2. DID is scheduled for Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 830 a.m. at Women’s Center. Cost is $10.00 for Lunch. Payments can still be mailed in or paid at door. Pay Pal is not an option. Quorum needed is 44.

3. Chapter Picture is to be taken before May 1st. Awaiting location to be finalized.


New Business 1. Membership Services Committee has been asked to find a picturesque location and recommend date

and time chapter picture is to be taken. Picture will be used in our ad in the 2018 Southwest Regional Conference souvenir book.

Soror Angela Smith appointed the Membership Services Chair (1st Vice President) and Membership Services Committee to develop a plan of Reclamation that will encourage friendly competition among FWA members.

Announcements:

• Thank you for Everything from Kyle Smaw, son of Tymesia Smaw for support during Jack & Jill Beautillion.

• Encourage all sorors to attend the Africian American Health Expo on Saturday April 21, 2018 in an effort to win the organization with the highest attendance.

• Soror Bertha Cole is asking all Sorors to take the AAHE flyer to their churches for announcement.

• Blue Zones Project Cooking Demo on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Bethlehem Center from 1-3 P. M.

• Invite to The Iota Eta Chapter Initiation Ceremony on Sunday April 22, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Robert Carr Chapel, TCU.

• Tarrant County NPHC 2018 Greek Weekend, April 27-29, 2018. Two $500.00 scholarships. Applications are due May 5, 2018. The applications are available on the website.

• Soror Lois Thompson is doing well. She is at Texas Rehab of Arlington.

• May 15, 2018 – Daytime Delta Divas, Trinity Railway Express Train Trip to Dallas

Adjournment: Soror Kimberly Hinton moved to adjourn the chapter meeting, Soror Pat Clark seconded. Meeting adjourned.

Ritualistic Closing

Submitted by:

Cynthia C. Winston Angela Smith

Cynthia C. Winston, Recording Secretary Angela Smith, President


Correspondence Report

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.


Executive Board Meeting - May 15, 2018

Chapter Meeting - May 19, 2018

Committee Chair: Mekasha Brown

THANK YOU, CARDS/LETTERS:

1. Our Thanks to You - Dear Sorors, My sincere appreciation to you for the outpouring of love and support

during the home going of my beloved mother. The phone calls, text messages and cards, all have given my

family and me such comfort and courage to move forward. The loving support of Sorors have helped to ease

my pain and sorrow. I have peace in knowing that my mother’s soul rest with our Lord and Savior. With a

Grateful Heart! Soror Lula Daniel and the family of Francis Allen Handley

DONATION REQUESTS:

1. Tarrant Area Food Bank - $175, $150, $200, other

2. Meals on Wheels - $32.50, $65, $130; $1690

3. American Cancer Society - $100 or other

4. NAACP - $300, $450, $600, other

5. Two Requests - America Diabetes Association - $300, $325, $350

6. Three Requests – St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - $350, $525, $700, other

7. Three Requests – Alzheimer’s Association - $50, $100, $75, other

ANNOUNCEMENTS/INVITATIONS:

1. Dear Potential Sponsor:

The Beta Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in partnership with the Beta Tau Lambda

Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce the 25th Annual Dr. Marion J. Brooks Living Legends Awards to

be held at Tarrant County College – Trinity River Campus on Friday, June 22nd.

This year we will honor Attorney Mattie Compton in the field of Law, Dr. Dwight Ruddock for Medicine, Mrs.

Deralyn Riles Davis for Civic Service and Pastor Ralph W. Emerson for Religion. Now in its 25th year, the Dr.


Marion J. Brooks Living Legends Awards continues to honor outstanding individuals who have made their mark

not only professional but through their community impact in Tarrant County.

For the first time in the history of the Dr. Marion J. Brooks Living Legends Awards, we will honor an individual

under the age of 40 whose current trajectory may one day find them honored amongst the Legends but who

today should be recognized as a "Legend in the Making". There are currently four nominees, of which 1 will be

awarded on that evening at the "Legend in the Making" award winner. The nominees are Devan Allen –

Democratic Nominee for Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct No. 2, Mr. Dante Williams Founder of

Community Frontline, Mr. Jeremiah Anderson of the Fort Worth Black Chamber of Commerce and Dr. Kelley

Mills of the Tarrant County College District.

In keeping with the past history of this program, scholarships will once again be disseminated to outstanding

local high school seniors and college students.

About Beta Tau Lambda Charitable Foundation

The Beta Tau Lambda Charitable Foundation seeks to develop and enhance the lives of young men

living in the Fort Worth area. Our goal is to provide life-enriching programs and seminars

focusing on the following: Academic success, Spiritual and personal growth, Economic empowerment, Healthy

lifestyles, Community service and the value of giving back

Additional programs supported by the foundation: Alpha Beautillion provides young men with the tools and

resources to succeed in their endeavors toward higher education. Boys to Men Expo which focuses on STEM

learning concepts, personal responsibility, and career development. Brotherhood of Onyx Mentoring Program

is designed to provide a safe, nurturing environment for young men to learn life skills and improve self-worth

Sponsorship Levels:

Legendary Sponsor: $1,500.00: Featured as the premiere sponsor of the event. Reserved, front row seating for

up to 10 individuals. Company/Organizational Logo added to all promotional materials. Company/Logo on Step

and Repeat. Full page ad in souvenir booklet/ Front Cover. Special recognition from podium. Additional

company signage featured during the tournament (provided by the company)

Gold Sponsor: $500: Full page ad in the souvenir booklet. Special recognition from podium.

Company/Organizational Logo added to the official flyer for the event. Reserved seating for up to 10

individuals.

Souvenir Sponsor: Full page ad - $125; Half page ad - $75. Thank you for your time and should you have any

questions please do not hesitate to contact me using the information below. Regards, Adrian J. Gray Director of

Education Beta Tau Lambda Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. [email protected] 817-691-2689

2. Greetings! It is that time of year! The award-winning Rho Nu Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha

Fraternity, Inc. is partnering with the Onward and Upward Empowerment Foundation for the Kenn Manous

Alpha Honors Scholarship Gala. As always, we will honor servant leaders from our local community and

introduce you to the 2018 winners of the Kenn Manous Scholarship. Proceeds from the gala will go toward the


scholarship fund. EVENT DATE AND TIME Saturday, September 22, 2018, 7:06 p.m. LOCATION University of

Texas at Dallas Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center EXPECTED ATTENDANCE 400 TICKET PRICE $60 per person, $160

per table FUNDRAISING GOAL $15,000 We invite you to make an investment in the youth of our community by

supporting the Kenn Manous Scholarship. Your investment will also be powered by one of Alpha’s most

dynamic chapters and one of the Metroplex’s most dynamic groups: ▪ Members who are professionals in

diverse fields including information technology, engineering, education, healthcare, architecture, human

resources, government, finance, media, community engagement, and law. ▪ 2018 Alpha Phi Alpha

Southwestern Region Charles H. Wesley Award Winner (for our partnership with our college chapter at UT-

Dallas) ▪ 2016 and 2017 Alpha Phi Alpha Southwestern Region Alumni Chapter of the Year ▪ 2017 Carrollton-

Farmers Branch ISD honoree for the Alpha Scholars mentoring program ▪ 2017 and 2018 Dallas Alumni Greek

Show winners Our partner, the Onward and Upward Empowerment Foundation, is a 501c3 nonprofit

organization which operates on the pillars of education, community, and benevolence. Onward and Upward is

committed to enhancing economic, social and political awareness of our Metroplex neighbors. Our affordable

support levels make it easy to make an impact! Ready? Here are the three sponsorship levels: Gold Sponsor -

$1,000.00 ▪ Ten gala tickets ▪ Company logo on the Rho Nu Lambda web site ▪ Exposure on the Rho Nu Lambda

social media platforms with enhanced frequency leading up to the gala ▪ Full screen exposure on a running

PowerPoint the night of the gala ▪ Frequent mentions during the gala ▪ Full-page ad in the gala digital souvenir

book Kenn Manous Alpha Honors Scholarship Gala Advertising - 2 Silver Sponsor - $750.00 ▪ Six gala tickets ▪

Company logo on the Rho Nu Lambda web site ▪ Exposure on the Rho Nu Lambda social media platforms with

moderate frequency leading up to the gala ▪ Half-screen exposure on a running PowerPoint the night of the

gala ▪ Periodic mentions during the gala ▪ Half-page ad in the gala digital souvenir book Bronze Sponsor -

$500.00 ▪ Two gala tickets ▪ Company logo on the Rho Nu Lambda web site ▪ Shared-screen exposure on a

running PowerPoint the night of the gala ▪ Periodic mentions during the gala ▪ Quarter-page ad in the gala

digital souvenir book DIGITAL ADVERTISING BOOKLET RATES FULL PAGE AD $125 HALF PAGE AD $75 QUARTER

PAGE AD $35 BUSINESS CARD AD $15 Kenn Manous Alpha Honors Scholarship Gala Advertising - 3 Please make

your check or money order out to: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Rho Nu Lambda Chapter P.O. Box 116651

Carrollton, Texas 75011-6651 You will also be able to make an electronic payment. We thank you in advance

for your generosity and support of our mission. Walter Herron Kenn Manous Alpha Honors Scholarship Gala

Chair 214.909.6856 | [email protected] Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Rho Nu Lambda Chapter | P.

O. Box 116651| Carrollton, Texas 75011-6651 | [email protected] | www.rhonulambda1906.org

3. Evening of Hope benefiting AIDS Outreach Center Saturday May 19, 2018 at the Downtown Hilton

Hotel 815 Main Street Fort Worth, TX 76102. Cocktails 6:30PM, Ballroom Doors Open 7:00PM; Program

7:30PM. Key Note Speaker Reverend Carol A. West; 2018 EMCEE Barry Phillips


VENDOR ADVERTISMENTS:

PUBLICATIONS:

1. Tarrant County College Reach Magazine

2. Oriental Trading

3. The Reporter (Phi Alpha Delta)

4. The Reporter Wiley

OTHER:

1. I am a volunteer Ambassador for the Center for Transforming Lives in Tarrant County. Formerly the

YWCA, the organization gives women, families and children the tools they need to go from poverty to

independence. We do this through offering safe housing, early childhood development and financial

empowerment. I am passionate about the organization because it is a complete program that assists the whole

family. It breaks the cycle of poverty, not only through supporting the mother, but also through educating the

children, parents and giving them a firm foundation for the future.

I and two other volunteers, Elizabeth Teeters and Stephanie Usher, enjoy speaking with groups about the

Center. We thought your organization might be interested in hearing from us. If Fort Worth Education

Association would like for us to present at one of you meetings, I would appreciate hearing from you. You can

reach me through email or by calling 817-232-5952. If I do not answer, please leave a message. I look forward

to hearing from you.

Mary Stelter, ASID 817-232-5952

2. Regional Candidates

a. Michelle Brown – Regional Director

b. Monica Fenner – Member, Regional Nominating Committee

c. Eula Woodberry – Regional Director

d. Diamond Compton – Regional Representative

e. Sharon Barnett-Starks – Member, Scholarship and Standards

f. Dr. Nikita Phillips – Member, Nominating Committee


Presidents Report National News & Events

Δ Continue to pray for the family of Soror De'Ebony Groves, who lost her life in the shooting in

Antioch, TN and Soror Sharita Henderson who is still in critical condition. As a result, Grand

Chapter is taking the stance that the dialogue of the gun control debate must shift from the

refusal to challenge the 2nd Amendment right to bear arms, to action by placing conditions

such as a ban on civilian ownership of assault/military type weapons. There are conditions

placed on the 1st Amendment right to freedom of speech; and Delta believes this is no

different. Refer to the national website to red the press release. Sorors Beverly Smith and

Marcia Fudge participated in a news conference held on 5/9/2018 on “DST for Gun Reform”.

Pictures & details from the conference are on www.facebook.com/dstinc1913.

Δ Headquarters will be sending more information regarding our partnership with Pan Hellenic &

NAACP Voter Take Over campaign for the upcoming elections.

Δ Recommendations for honorary members are due by June 15, 2018.

"An honorary member is a soror who has distinguished herself by making an extraordinary

contribution in her field. Her accomplishments have resulted in a significant impact on the

national or global community."(email on 4/27/2018) Go into details if a recommendation is

suggested.

Δ National Constitution & ByLaws recommendations are due by 6/30/2018. Any

recommendation should have exact language along with the rational for the addition or edit.

Δ The new Quarterly Audit User Manual was released on 5/10/2018. Delta Sigma Theta

Partnership Mental Health Initiative

Regional News & Events Δ Regional Conference will be held July 19-22, 2018.

o Volunteer Services needs more volunteers

o The Regional Conference t-shirt will be red for host chapter members and black for

non-host chapter members.

Δ Registration: At last reporting, there were still 1000 names on the waitlist. The Marriott has

been opened as the 2nd hotel. They are trying to accommodate the collegiate delegates (only

18 were able to register before it closed), VIP’s and committee members.

Δ Fundraising: Still encouraging purchase of the Big D Bundle (a Star Patron Ad, 2018 SWRC

Souvenir Pin, 2018 SWRC T-Shirt, and two raffle tickets for a 2018 Nissan Versa, a $120 value

for $100) or any of the individual options. The Pop-up Party broke even.

Δ We have been receiving Regional office candidate campaign information via email and USPS.

To view candidate profiles, go to the National website Members Only section. Then go to the

National Area > Nominating Committee and click on Campaign Center – View Candidate

Profiles, then Southwest.


Δ Articles for the Regional newsletter are due by 6/22/2018. Articles should be Word

documents, no more than 200 words. Attach pictures (high resolution action shots) to the

document, do not embed them in the article. Submit the articles to [email protected].

Only one article per chapter will be selected.

State /Cluster/2018 Δ We should receive our refunded seed money from Joint Founders Day by May 31st.

It should be approximately $350.

Δ Save the date for the DFW Joint Picnic, tentatively scheduled for September 9,

2018. No monies have been requested yet.

Local Δ Iota Eta returned the robes to storage that they borrowed from us on 4/26/2018. They had

them cleaned first.

Δ At the end of last month, there was a threat of potential disruption of the Initiation

ceremonies in Dallas by some candidates that were not accepted for membership.

Fortunately, no incident occurred. We were reminded of how important it is to confirm

membership of visiting Sorors. We need to make sure that we check for proof of

membership & a photo ID.

Δ Thank you to the 66 sorors who attended our DID training on April 28th. The facilitators did

a great job and based on feedback that I’ve received Sorors were engaged and found the

information valuable.

Δ Chapter Risk Management training must be completed before the end of June for us to

maintain compliance. All Sorors who plan on working with the youth in any way need to

attend. We are targeting before the June chapter meeting.

Δ Thank you to those who participated in the chapter photo on 4/29/2018. Even though we

had a rough time because I gave the wrong street address, we did it. Those who ordered

pictures, please see Soror _______ to get your pictures.

Δ As we close out this year, committee chairs, please submit your end of year reports and

turn in any outstanding vouchers so that we may close out this sorority year on time. Also,

if you have any chapter properties, please bring them to this chapter meeting and the next

so that we can take an accurate inventory of our properties.

Δ Senior Citizens Committee is asking that Sorors bring paper bags with handles to the

chapter meeting. They need approximately 80 bags. Red and White Day


Committee Reports





Arts and Letters Committee Report

Comm Chair: G Spradley-Wadkins Comm Co-Chair: Sherri Pratt

Five Point Programmatic Thrust Category: Economic Development

Meeting Date: May 10, 2018

Meeting Location: Conf Call Mtg

Participants: Ruby Mc, Val B-S, Rose S, Gloria S-W, Raquel B, Avis D, Troy E, Bev O, Sherri P, Deb M, BevS

Summary of Comm Activities: Sub Comm mtgs occurred as needed during April - May, up to days before the

artists roundtable event. Our Focused Goal was to conduct a successful Talented Black Artists Roundtable

event on Saturday May 12, 2018 at Buttons Restaurant. (Note, a preliminary assessment indicates that after all

expenses, Arts & Letters will have funds to contribute to FWAC Budget.)

Upcoming Activities: NONE

Recommendation: FYI only report

Next Meeting: May 31, 2018

Electronically submitted by: Gloria Spradley-Wadkins

Submitter Email Address: [email protected]

Submit Date: 2018-05-15

mailto:[email protected]






Internal Audit Committee Report

Committee Chair: Dora Sergeant

Meeting Date: 2018-05-08

Meeting Location: Polytechnic United Methodist Church

Participants: Dora Sergeant, Pamela Miller, Bridgette Garrett, DeeDee Thompson Summary of Committee Activities: Detailed Audit Report The Internal Audit Committee completed a review of the financial records of the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for the third quarter period of January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018. The review included a random sampling of disbursements, receipts, deposits and 100% of membership dues collected during the period. The initial review was completed on May 8, 2018. A summary of the major findings, details and recommendations are listed below; Finding #1: The testing of disbursements showed that 1 check out of 39 tested (less than 1% of the sample), showed there was no voucher or documentation present. a. Check #8888 to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc – there is no voucher and no documentation. Recommendation #1: The chapter policies and procedures dictate that all disbursements must have an accompanying voucher and documentation. In the instance where no invoice or statement exists to support the documentation, utilization of the chapter minutes with the approval highlighted will be sufficient. Emails can also be used as approval documentation for the disbursement. Finding #2: The testing of receipts and deposits revealed that 3 of 30 receipts tested (10% of the sample) did not meet the 2-business day requirement. a. Three deposits dated 1/6/18 per Financial Secretary log were not deposited until 1/10/18. Recommendation #2: The chapter policies and procedures dictate that all Deposits shall be made within 2 business days of receipt of funds in accordance with Grand Chapter’s Bonding Insurance coverage. Additionally, both the President and the Treasurer must initial any deposit slip containing cash.


Finding #3: The testing of dues for the period showed that 1 of 151 dues tested (less than 1% of the sample) did not agree. a. Per Financial Secretary records Avis Davis paid dues on 4/14/18, however the Treasurer’s report shows Soror Davis’ dues were transmitted to National on 3/27/18. There is a discrepancy between the records of the Treasurer and the Financial Secretary on dates. Recommendation #3: Dues should not be transmitted to Grand Chapter prior to receipt by Financial Secretary. Grand Chapter funds must be deposited within 30 days of receipt as per page 8 of the National Fiscal Officers manual. After review by the Chapter Internal Audit Committee or their designee, it has been determined that the chapter has satisfactory financial internal controls and the review supports the existence and utilization of these controls. The audit data will be uploaded to the Red Zone and signed by the Internal Audit Committee Chair and the President and submitted to Nationals by May 31, 2018, satisfying the compliance deadline of June 1, 2018. This report is for information only and shall be filed with chapter records. Upcoming Activities: Recommendation: Next Meeting: Electronically submitted by: Dora Sergeant Submitter Email Address: [email protected] Submit Date: 2018-05-15






Jabberwock Committee Report

Committee Chair: Bridgette Garrett

Committee Co-Chair: Paula Roberts

Five-Point Programmatic Thrust Category: Education Development


Meeting Location: Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum

Participants: Jabberwock Committee and FWA members, Jabberwock participants, escorts, family and friends

Summary of Committee Activities: The 2018 Miss Jabberwock Presentation was held Saturday, April 14, 2018, at Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum. Our theme this year was the “Magic and Mystique of Jabberwock: A Masquerade Ball”. The theme was perfect this year as the room was truly full of magic and mystique; from the decorations and entertainment, to the eight beautiful participants in their white ball gowns accompanied by escorts, celebrating with family and friends, all adorned in decorated masks. The evening culminated with Miss Chloe Blackmon –Slater crowned as Miss Jabberwock 2018. We were fortunate enough to sell 209 tickets, including approximately 95 that were purchased and\or sold by FWA Alumnae members. All the participants received a scholarship, ranging from a little less than $500 to $10,000. A $4000 anonymous donation was received, with the stipulation that it be used for scholarships. The Committee voted to award Miss Jabberwock 2018 a $1000 scholarship; and award $1000 scholarships to the next three (3) Miss Jabberwock winners, until the funds have been exhausted. Thirty-six evaluations were returned, with the overall experience rated as 89%, good or excellent. In addition, entertainment, decorations and venue received minimum ratings of at least 86%, good or excellent. Since we asked everyone to come in masks we thought it would be fitting to have a small competition for best mask. We awarded 3 guests with a gift card and two tickets to Jubilee Theatre. The Jabberwock Committee would like to thank everyone that purchased a ticket, ad, or gave a donation in support of 2018 Miss Jabberwock Presentation. Upcoming Activities: End of year, no additional activities Recommendation: Information only, no action require Next Meeting: Electronically submitted by: Bridgette Garrett Submitter Email Address: [email protected] Submit Date: 2018-05-14






May Week Committee Report

Committee Chair: Myra McGlothen-Sutton & Treschell Seymore

Committee Co-Chair:

Committee Co-Chair: Five-Point Programmatic Thrust Category: Education Development


Meeting Location: Conference Call

Participants: Myra McGlothen-Sutton, Treschell Seymore, Shavon Cormick, Machelle Denson, Talemah Jones, Jennifer Henley, Yolanda James, Glenda Reedemer, Britany Mitchelle, Katrina Hayley, Astondia Draper and Charitta Bryant Summary of Committee Activities: The committee discussed the budget of $500 and the fact that the The Embodi, Jabberwock, Delta Gems committees all agreed to gift the May Week committee at least $100 each, donations (Raising Cains and Golden Chick chicken strips, tea from Chick-fil-A and two dozen bundteenies) received by Shavon, Brittany agreed to all the committee to utilize her drink dispensers, sternos and all serving utensils for the event, and designated assignments and event logistics for all committee members was assigned for the event. The committee also discussed increasing the space capacity and food from 75-100. Upcoming Activities: No upcoming activities. May Week 2018, Walking Into Your Destiny" was a huge success, with approximately 75 people in attendance. The committee has submitted all receipts for the event totaling 510.11. Event evaluation is attached. Recommendation: Increase the 2019 May Week budget. Next Meeting: Electronically submitted by: Myra McGlothen-Sutton Submitter Email Address: [email protected] Submit Date: 2018-05-13






Physical & Mental Health/Wellness Committee Report

Committee Chair: Janet Hicks Woods

Committee Co-Chair: Jennifer Henley

Five-Point Programmatic Thrust Category: Physical & Mental Health



Participants: Shirley Coggins, Shavon Cormick, Annie Dobbins, Jennifer Henley, Janet Hicks Woods, Lynnae Hughes, Juanita Winfrey

Summary of Committee Activities: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Women Of the Year Serving lunch at UGM 6/2-Date was taken Bullying Awareness Walk

Upcoming Activities: None

Recommendation: Donate $100 to Soror Deborah Cuffee for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Women of the Year.

Next Meeting:

Electronically submitted by: Janet Hicks Woods

Submitter Email Address: [email protected]

Submit Date: 2018-05-12






S.O.S. Committee Report

Committee Chair: E. Smith-Branton

Committee Co-Chair: Shavon Cormick

Five-Point Programmatic Thrust Category: Physical & Mental Health


Meeting Location: Various places

Participants: Sorors Bobbie Smart, E. Smith-Branton, and Ruby McEwing Summary of Committee Activities: We delivered roses to our sick and shut in sorors for Mother's Day. Upcoming Activities: n/a Recommendation: n/a Next Meeting: Electronically submitted by: E. Smith-Branton Submitter Email Address: [email protected] Submit Date: 2018-05-12






Social Committee Report

Committee Chair: Rhonda Smith

Committee Co-Chair: Jonae Walker-Ferrell

Five-Point Programmatic Thrust Category:



Participants: Shavon Cormick, Jonae Walker-Ferrell, Rhonda Smith Summary of Committee Activities:

• May Cafe Delta - Funded by Destiny Church Theme: "Mini's with Mommy" Menu: Chicken Mini's from Chic-Fil-A Fruit Cups Coffee Juice Water

• June End of Year Activity Gathering at BJ's on Hulen after June chapter meeting (2:00 - 4:00) Social Committee will provide a small token of appreciation to all that attend

Upcoming Activities:

• May Cafe Delta

• June End of the Year Gathering Recommendation: For Information Only Next Meeting: 2018-05-22 Electronically submitted by: Rhonda S. Smith Submitter Email Address: [email protected] Submit Date: 2018-05-12





Executive Board Meeting - April 10, 2018


Technology Committee Report

Committee Chair: Kimberly Hinton

FivePoint Programmatic Thrust Category: Economic Development

Summary of Committee Activities:

Updated FWA Website with the following:

• June Meeting date

• Member Only – if you need your password reset please send an email to [email protected]

FWA Facebook & Twitter account

• Please submit all pictures to be posted on the Facebook & Twitter account to Soror Dee Dee Thompson

[email protected]

FWA Chapter Meeting Committee Report Booklet

• Merged all Committee Reports into 1 document

• Deadline for all Committee Reports will be Saturday at 1:00 PM before e-board o Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 1:00 PM

Upcoming Activities:

MailChimp

• Setup email reminders for all committee report deadlines Recommendation: Next Meeting: Electronically submitted by: Kimberly Hinton, Chairperson Submitter Email Address: [email protected] Submit Date: 5/12/2018



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