Alpha Phi Alpha Alumni Chapter Guide

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American men, has a rich history of fostering scholarship, promoting brotherhood, and providing service to the community. A vital component of this fraternity is its alumni chapters, which offer continued fellowship and opportunities for service after members graduate from college. This guide provides an overview of Alpha Phi Alpha alumni chapters, their significance, and their operations.

The Role of Alumni Chapters

Alumni chapters play a crucial role in the continued development and engagement of Alpha Phi Alpha members beyond their college years. These chapters serve as a bridge, connecting alumni to the fraternity and providing a platform for them to continue their commitment to the organization's ideals. As units of a national organization, chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha derive their authority to act from the General Organization and that authority is limited to those functions set forth by the rules and regulations of the General Organization. Alpha Phi Alpha chapters are expected to be “Servants of All” and to provide important community service and support programs within the limits of chapter resources.

Since its inception, Alpha Phi Alpha has chartered 414 college chapters and 369 alumni chapters.

Structure and Organization

Alumni chapters are typically organized geographically, encompassing cities, regions, or even states. This allows brothers to connect with others in their local communities and collaborate on initiatives that benefit their specific areas. The fraternity has a structured regional organization. For example, the Eastern Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity includes several districts such as:

District I - IAAC
District II - ONECA
District III - NYACOA
District IV - NJAAPAC
District V - PAAC
District VI - MAAC
District VII - VACAPAF

These districts oversee and support both college and alumni chapters within their respective areas.

Chapter Activities and Initiatives

Alpha Phi Alpha alumni chapters engage in a wide range of activities and initiatives that align with the fraternity's mission. These may include:

Community Service: Alumni chapters often lead or participate in community service projects, addressing local needs and making a positive impact.
Educational Programs: Many chapters offer scholarships, mentoring programs, and educational workshops to support students and promote academic achievement.
Leadership Development: Alumni chapters provide opportunities for members to develop their leadership skills through workshops, conferences, and mentorship roles.
Social Events: Alumni chapters organize social gatherings, networking events, and celebrations to foster brotherhood and camaraderie among members.

Examples of Alumni Chapters and their History

Many alumni chapters have rich histories and have made significant contributions to their communities. Here are a few examples:

The chapter formed in Prairie View, with meetings rotating between Prairie View and Houston.
Chapter formed in Liberty County, Georgia but went dormant due to military deployments and a lack of members.
Chapter was chartered as an intermediate chapter for brothers who had graduated from college but were not ready to join an alumni chapter.
This chapter formeded as the Philadelphia Citywide chapter.
This chapter was chartered as a mixed chapter, serving both graduate and undergraduates from Atlanta University and Morehouse College.

New York Alumni Chapters

The New York Alumni Council of Alpha (NYACOA) boasts a number of active chapters with unique histories.

Pennsylvania Alumni Chapters

The Pennsylvania Association of Alpha Chapters (PAAC) is another active district. Some notable chapters include:

Alpha Omicron Lambda Chapter (Pittsburgh):

Other Alumni Chapters

Across the nation, numerous other alumni chapters contribute to the fraternity's mission. A few examples include:

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Alpha Alpha Lambda Chapter (Brick City Alphas): Located in Ocala.
Alpha Kappa Lambda:
Alpha Sigma Lambda (Dallas):
Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter (Tulsa):
Beta Beta Lambda:
Beta Eta Lambda Chapter :
Beta Lambda Chapter: Located in Kansas City, Missouri.
Beta Psi Lambda:
Delta Delta Lambda:
Delta Lambda Chapter:
Delta Rho Lambda Chapter: Located in San Antonio, Texas.
Delta Tau Lambda Chapter: Located in Phoenix.
Epsilon Lambda:
Epsilon Upsilon Lambda:
Eta Alpha Lambda:
Eta Pi Lambda Chapter: Located in Rock Hill.
Eta Sigma Lambda Chapter:
Gamma Eta Lambda Chapter:
Gamma Lambda Chapter: Located in Detroit.
Gamma Mu Lambda:
Gamma Phi Lambda: Located in Berkeley, CA.
Gamma Pi Lambda Chapter:
Gamma Rho Lambda:
GGL Chapter:
Iota Alpha Lambda Chapter:
Iota Chi Lambda:
Iota Lambda:
Iota Pi Lambda Chapter:
Iota Rho Lambda Chapter:
Kappa Delta Lambda:
Kappa Epsilon Lambda Chapter:
Kappa Psi Lambda:
Kappa Rho Lambda:
Kappa Sigma Lambda Chapter:
Mu Lambda:
Mu Zeta Lambda Chapter:
Nu Lambda Chapter:
Omicron Eta Lambda Chapter:
Pi Upsilon Lambda Chapter:
Rho Nu Lambda:
Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter:
Sigma Delta Lambda:
Sigma Epsilon Lambda:
Sigma Eta Lambda:
Sigma Kappa Lambda Chapter:
Tau Beta Lambda:
Tau Delta Lambda: Located in Puerto Rico.
Theta Mu Lambda:
Theta Xi Lambda:
Xi Delta Lambda Chapter:
Xi Phi Lambda:
Xi Psi Lambda Chapter:
Zeta Rho Lambda Chapter:
Zeta Tau Lambda:
Zeta Xi Lambda:
Zeta Psi Lambda:

Joining an Alumni Chapter

Graduating members of Alpha Phi Alpha are encouraged to join an alumni chapter to continue their involvement in the fraternity. Those interested in joining an alumni chapter should:

Identify a Local Chapter: Research and identify the alumni chapter that serves their geographic area.
Attend Chapter Events: Attend chapter meetings, events, and community service activities to meet members and learn about the chapter's initiatives.
Express Interest: Express their interest in joining the chapter to the chapter leadership.
Complete the Membership Process: Follow the chapter's membership process, which may include an application, interview, and initiation ceremony.

Resources and Support

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated provides resources and support to its alumni chapters to help them thrive. These resources may include:

National Headquarters: The national headquarters provides guidance, training, and support to alumni chapters. University professionals who are looking to validate contact information for our elected or appointed are encouraged to use the below directory or call us directly at 410.554.0040.
Regional and District Leadership: Regional and district officers provide oversight and support to chapters within their respective areas.
Online Resources: The fraternity's website and online platforms offer resources, tools, and information for alumni chapters.

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