Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, INC

Epsilon Eta Chapter


What We Do

Iota Phi Lambda is a service sorority dedicated to serving communities across America through local chapters.

Epsilon Eta is the local chapter for the middle peninsula.
National Programs:

 

American Education Week

The Epsilon Eta Chapter has sponsored an array of activities in the celebration of American Education Week. In support of educators, the chapter has sponsored Apple for the Teacher Luncheon Programs and provided snacks and goodie-bags in staff lounges. The chapter has supported classrooms in local public-schools by providing supplies and reading to students.


Black History Month

The chapter has sponsored workshops on Negro Spirituals at local churches and fashion shows featuring ethnic wear. Programs have been held highlighting local talent, civil rights heroes and African American trailblazers in education, entertainment, medicine, science, and journalism.

For over a decade the Black History celebration has included entertainment, education, and food. Black Men Cooking, a tasting of soul foods prepared by local chefs in which twenty to thirty chefs, has been a highlight of this event. This community event supports the Chapter’s scholarship fund.


Business Month

April is set aside to highlight individuals in various business professions in the community. Epsilon Eta has honored local physicians, morticians, beauticians, community leaders, women in the fashion and merchandising fields, owners of janitorial services, owners of lawn care services, owners of an assisted living center, a martial arts academy owner, and an owner of a family and fun entertainment enterprise.


Founder's Day

Celebrated annually on the first day of June throughout Iotaland. 
National Projects:

 

Lola M. Parker Achievement Award

Outstanding Business Woman of the Year


Tutorial

Members assist the educational system by providing remedial help for those with academic weaknesses, and work to eradicate illiteracy


Mahala S. Evans Award

Outstanding Soror of the Year


Career Exploration

Programs are designed to help broaden youths’
awareness of career opportunities and to assist in preparing them for
the world of work.

Toys "U" Can't Return

Annually the chapter identifies families led by single mother and provides mentorship and support during holidays and throughout the year.

Iota Mothers Assistance Program

Annually the chapter identifies families led by single mother and provides mentorship and support during holidays and throughout the year.

Future Iota Leaders

Future Iota Leaders (FIL) are preteen and teenage girls and boys who are mentored by members of the Iota family.

Programs provide socialization and development opportunities for youth leadership training and encourage them to realize their potentials to the fullest


Scholarships

Awarded annually on the chapter, regional, and national levels.