Dawn of a New Era
The Pearls of Vision Foundation, Inc. is named after a determined and steadfast group of 20 Alpha Kappa Alpha women who saw the need to further expand the reach of the sorority into the South Fulton communities of Hapeville and neighboring cities. Formed in July 1999, their goal was to cultivate programs and service projects that would support the underserved residents of these areas while upholding the international programs of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
By 2001, the Pearls of Vision Interest Group had grown to 33 members whose dream was realized when the leadership of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated granted them a chapter charter on January 20, 2001. They were chartered as the Phi Tau Omega Chapter, thus becoming the first Greek-letter organization founded in the city of Hapeville, Georgia.
Fifteen years later, Pearls of Vision Foundation, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) organization, was incorporated as the philanthropic arm of Alpha Kappa Sorority, Incorporated, Phi Tau Omega Chapter, to broaden Phi Tau Omega’s community outreach by strengthening its ability to provide resources that benefit South Fulton communities of Hapeville and neighboring cities. The Foundation serves these communities through a wide range of civic and social programs, including, but not limited to, community partnerships with the City of Union City, the Alzheimer’s Service Center, and family strengthening events with local park and recreation centers.
A Message from Our President
Sandra D. Carpenter, J.D., ESQ
Thank you for visiting,
It is with great pleasure that the Pearls of Vision Foundation, Inc., and I greet you in service and honor as we work diligently to develop programs and hope for our scholars through education and community service.
Together, we must work to overcome the many challenges and obstacles we face in these endeavors. We must persevere and continue to strive to raise funds and grant scholarship dollars, providing hope and support for our scholars. Let's continue to stand together to in support of our community's needs. I am confident that the members of the Pearls of Vision, Inc. remain committed to our mission and to meeting the identified needs of those we serve. It is on this basis that I thank you in advance for your commitment, service and support to make our scholars' dreams come true!
As a 501(c)(3) organization, your contributions are tax deductible and are an excellent resource for our community service programs and scholarships. Please know that the impact of your donations will inure to the benefit of future leaders whose access to educational opportunities will be of utmost importance. Our communities rely on your donations to help enhance our community service programs.
With honor and dedication, I stand with you the Pearls of Vision Foundation, Inc. and its members in every effort we make.
Very Truly Yours in Service,
Sandra D. Carpenter, J.D.
President
