Our Programs
Since our inception, the chapter has remained firmly committed to serving the Oakland Bay Area, and the funding that drives the work that we do comes from our signature fundraiser, The Cotillion.
Our community service programs are implemented through five Facets.
Services to Youth
Uses an integrated approach to prepare young people to succeed as healthy citizens in the global workforce and to promote healthy lifestyles within families and communities.
The Arts
Produces and supports programs to enrich the quality of life of our youth and communities through educational and engaging art experiences.
National Trends & Services
Tasked with eliminating disparities by reducing barriers to resources through advocacy, education, and service.
International Trends & Services
Provides services and delivers transformational programs to people of African ancestry globally so that they may have a better quality of life.
Health & Human Services
Promotes and facilitates programs that support the maintenance of good health and the elimination of chronic health disparities in communities of color through education, health advocacy, and optimal utilization of health resources.
Dr. Me!
Umbrella Program
Dr. Me! is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) enrichment program designed to expose elementary school-aged children in grades Kindergarten-Fifth (K-5) to careers in healthcare, emphasizing medical science, ultimately including but not limited to dentistry, nursing, and research. Dr. Me! incorporates the use of role-playing and a fun, interactive, hands-on curriculum designed to actively engage young minds, letting them know that careers in the medical field are not only exciting but also achievable. Dr. Me! gives insight into healthcare contributions made by physicians, researchers, and other medical professionals and motivates them to succeed. Dr. Me! is an Umbrella Program that is implemented collaboratively by our five facets: - Services to Youth - The Arts - National Trends and Services - International Trends and Services - Health and Human Services
Our Impact By The Numbers
76
Years Serving the Oakland & Bay Area community.
54,285
Volunteer hours completed.
2.3M
We've distributed over $2.3M in grants and scholarships raised from our annual fundraising event, The Cotillion.