Our Mission
Alpha Lambda Omega Chapter is committed to honoring the vision of our founders and carrying forward their legacy through meaningful service, leadership, scholarship, and sisterhood. Guided by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, we remain dedicated to serving our community while advancing initiatives that uplift and empower future generations.
“To perpetuate the dream of our founders and to carry out their legacy as we continue to be of service to all mankind.”
Alpha Lambda Omega Chapter — 33rd Mid Atlantic Regional Planning Committee (1986)
A Legacy of Excellence
The roots of Alpha Lambda Omega trace back to 1924, when Phi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® was established in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. As the third chapter organized in the South Atlantic Region, Phi Omega drew members from Charlotte, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem.
Among those members were Marguerite Adams and Mamie Williams of Charlotte, who traveled regularly to attend chapter meetings throughout the region. As membership in Charlotte continued to grow, the opportunity arose to establish a new chapter. On May 9, 1929, under the leadership of South Atlantic Regional Director M. Sydney Mayo Brown, Alpha Lambda Omega Chapter was chartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, becoming the fifth chapter in the South Atlantic Region.
Marguerite Adams later served as the chapter’s first president.
Our Six Charter Members
- Marguerite Adams
- Edith Butler
- Lillie Bell Watkins Blue
- Mildred Alexander
- Elnora Owens
- Mamie Williams
In 1932, the Chapter hosted the 2nd South Atlantic Regional Conference. Although the Chapter had only five active members at the time, it successfully welcomed 24 delegates — with local families providing housing and meals for attendees.
Early Growth & Community Support
In its early years, chapter meetings were held in members’ homes. As membership expanded, meetings moved to larger venues, including the North Branch Public Library on LaSalle Street, the Excelsior Club, Hotel Alexander, The Omega House, and several local churches, including Memorial Presbyterian Church and First Baptist West.
Throughout the 1950s, members gathered each September for an annual rededication service at the home of Clinton L. Blake, uncle of member Minnie Alma Blake. These gatherings became a cherished tradition that strengthened the bonds of sisterhood and service.
Regional Leadership & Lasting Influence
As Alpha Lambda Omega continued to grow, so did its impact across Charlotte, North Carolina, and beyond. In 1953, the region was reorganized, creating the Mid-Atlantic Region consisting of North Carolina and Virginia.
Alpha Lambda Omega has distinguished itself as one of only two chapters to produce three Mid-Atlantic Regional Directors:
Elizabeth Randolph
Served 1960–1964
Barbara W. Davis
Served 1982–1986. Also inaugural recipient of the PEARL Award.
Doris R. Asbury
Served 1994–1998
Since its chartering in 1929, the Chapter has been guided by 38 presidents whose leadership has shaped its enduring legacy. On May 9, 2024, Alpha Lambda Omega proudly celebrated its 95th Anniversary, marking nearly a century of service and excellence.
Fundraising & Community Impact
For decades, Alpha Lambda Omega has developed innovative programs and fundraising initiatives that support scholarships, leadership development, and community outreach.
Little Miss AKA & PEARL Award
The Little Miss AKA Pageant continues to serve as a signature fundraising and youth development initiative. Through cultural enrichment activities, service projects, etiquette training, goal setting, and leadership development, participating young ladies — ages 7–12 — gain valuable experiences that prepare them for future success.
In 1995, under the leadership of Eddyce D. Hobson, the Chapter established the PEARL Award — Pursuit of Excellence in Achievement through Responsive Leadership. The award recognizes outstanding leadership, achievement, and service within the community. Barbara W. Davis was honored as the inaugural recipient.
Service to the Community
Throughout its history, Alpha Lambda Omega has remained steadfast in its commitment to service. The Chapter has supported initiatives addressing education, healthcare, economic advancement, and social advocacy. Programs and partnerships have included:
- Sickle Cell Anemia awareness
- United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
- NAACP
- Scholarship programs
- Domestic & international travel grants
- Literacy and reading initiatives
- The Ivy AKADEMY
- Black family strengthening programs
These efforts reflect Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s longstanding commitment to improving the quality of life for those it serves.
Conference Hosting & Organizational Service
Alpha Lambda Omega has proudly hosted several major regional and international gatherings, including Mid-Atlantic Regional Conferences in 1959, 1976, 1986, 2004, and 2024, as well as numerous Western Carolina Cluster Meetings and Regional Conferences throughout its history.
In 2014, Alpha Lambda Omega served as a hostess chapter for the largest biennial international conference held in Charlotte, demonstrating its ability to lead and support events of significant scale and impact.
The Chapter’s leadership extends beyond the local level. Members have served as Mid-Atlantic Regional Directors, International Parliamentarian, Editor-in-Chief of the Ivy Leaf, and on numerous regional and international committees, further advancing the mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.
Alpha Lambda Omega Today
Today, Alpha Lambda Omega Chapter continues its proud tradition of leadership, scholarship, sisterhood, and service. With more than 500 members, the Chapter remains a vibrant force in the Charlotte community, addressing issues such as education, healthcare, civic engagement, leadership development, and scholarship support.
Under the leadership of International President Charletta Wilson Jacks, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s vision remains clear:
As Alpha Lambda Omega looks toward its next century of service, it remains dedicated to preserving its rich legacy while creating meaningful opportunities to uplift and empower future generations.
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