Norfolk Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

The Norfolk Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.—originally chartered as Mu Sigma—holds the distinction of being the first chapter of Delta Sigma Theta established in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Founded in September 1929, Mu Sigma was renamed Norfolk Alumnae Chapter in the early 1940s.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on Christian principles on January 13, 1913, by 22 visionary young African American women on the campus of Howard University. Since its founding, the Sorority has distinguished itself as a public service organization committed to confronting the challenges facing African Americans and, by extension, all communities. Over the decades, Delta Sigma Theta has developed a wide range of programs addressing education, health, international development, and the strengthening of the African American family.

In alignment with this legacy, the Norfolk Alumnae Chapter continues to advance meaningful, community-centered programming guided by the Sorority’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrust:

Educational Development

• Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy
• Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta G.E.M.S.
• EMBODI
• Mildred Dudley Peters Scholarship
• Jabberwock Program
• Annual Black History Program
• Delta Arts in the Schools

Economic Development

• Financial Fortitude Workshops

Political Awareness & Involvement

• Restoration of Rights Workshops
• Voter Registration Education & Drives
• Affordable Healthcare Seminars

International Awareness & Involvement

• Louopad Initiative

Physical & Mental Health

• Breast Cancer Walk
• Community Health Fair
• National “Go Red Day” Heart Health Campaign
• Sickle Cell Walk

For more than 90 years, the Norfolk Alumnae Chapter has proudly carried the torch lit by our Founders. Our service in the City of Norfolk is implemented by Dedicated, Sensational, and Treasured women who represent a wide range of ages, professions, interests, and civic accomplishments.

“One Community, One Sisterhood Serving in Love.”
We invite you to visit our site to learn more about our upcoming programs and events.

How Give Local 757 Contributions Have Made an Impact

Your generous support has allowed the Norfolk Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to expand our reach and deepen our service footprint. Recent Give Local proceeds have supported:

Scholarships & Youth Empowerment

•     Mildred Dudley Scholarship: In 2025, we awarded five $5,000 scholarships, totaling $25,000, to deserving students.

Signature Youth Programming

Give Local funds also help sustain and enhance our chapter’s flagship youth initiatives, which provide mentoring, leadership development, and cultural enrichment for students across the City of Norfolk:

•     Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy – Mentoring and STEAM-focused enrichment for middle school girls

•     Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta G.E.M.S. – Mentoring, college readiness, and leadership development for high school young ladies

•     EMBODI – Mentoring and empowerment programming for young men

•     Jabberwock Program – A comprehensive youth development experience including workshops, cultural exposure, community service, and scholarship opportunities

Community Support & Outreach

• Support for the Norfolk State University Food Pantry
• Donations to the Local Food Bank
• Contributions to Norfolk Public Schools Initiatives
• Tucker House Valentine’s Event for seniors

Seasonal & Holiday Giving

• Winter Wonderland Partnership (NAC):
  On December 16, 2025, our chapter transformed St. Helena Elementary School into a festive Winter Wonderland, spreading joy to more than 250 students from Pre-K through 5th grade.
  Students were welcomed by Soror Lisa West and guided through the experience by Fundraising Chair Soror Brittany Ross. Activity stations—including coloring, Letters to Santa, and Stocking Decorating—were supported by Sorors Crystal Dixon, Lesha Harold, Vera Jackson, Phyllis Coley, and Donna Alexander.

• Salvation Army Stockings

• Support for Sickle Cell initiatives

• Support for St. Jude’s