2026 Founders Day - Celebrating 118 Years of Keeping it R.E.A.L. Resilient.

Celebrate 118 years of sisterhood, service, and excellence with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Gamma Omicron Omega Chapter. Join us for our 2026 Founders’ Day Celebration, honoring the legacy of our founders and recognizing the outstanding commitment of our milestone members.

This year’s theme, “118 Years of Keeping it R.E.A.L.: Resilient. Empowering. Aspiring. Legacy,” reflects the rich heritage and forward movement of our illustrious sisterhood.

We are proud to honor our 2026 Founders’ Day Honorees:

Diamond Honorees
• Frances Anderson
• Ira Jean Henry

Silver Star Honorees
• Dr. Donna Franklin-Pitts
• Dr. Shirley McKellar

Enjoy an afternoon of inspiration and celebration featuring keynote speaker Dorothy Buchanan-Wilson, surrounded by sorors, fraters, family, and community supporters.

📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM
📍 Holiday Inn Tyler Conference Center
🎟️ Tickets: $65 per person | Tables available
💚 Sponsorship and advertisement opportunities available

Come celebrate our legacy, uplift our honorees, and continue our mission of Service to All Mankind.

For more information contact:

NiKishia Allen - (903) 521-9774 | Lamesa Bell - (903) 571-1207 | Maxine Caldwell - (903) 570-7229

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