Five Point Thrust

Economic Development- Austin Alumnae members have hosted financial and home ownership

workshops to inform interested members of the Austin community. Also, career counseling and

professional apparel assistance has been provided to young women exploring employment

opportunities.

Educational Development-Through our fundraising efforts we award scholarships to deserving

high school graduates. At the secondary level our programs provide students with assistance in

preparation for the SAT and the ACT. Our Delta Academy/ Project SEE (Science and Everyday

Experiences) is a program that encourages middle school girls to develop an interest in science.

At the elementary level, we offer a variety of programs and activities. Additionally, annual contri-

butions are given to the UNCF (United Negro College Fund) to assist historically black educational

institutions.

International Awareness and Involvement-Our service support children in Africa, Asia and Latin

America. Specifically, in Africa we have provided school supplies for the impoverished children in

the West African country of Ghana. Through our service at a local Artisan store we are able to pro-

vide assistance to villages in Asia and Latin America. The United States military forces serving in

the Middle East have also benefited from our public service commitment.

.Physical and Mental Health-Our chapter continues to participate in community involvement pro-

grams such as the Relay for Life (cancer awareness), the March of Dimes and the Health Fair in

conjunction with a local church. We also support the Arts in the Austin community.

Political Awareness and Involvement-Our members volunteer in various positions at the election

poll throughout the Austin community. Voter registration assistance is provided for eligible citizens

new to Austin and for people who have never registered.