Local Programs
The Ebony Pearls Youth Leadership Academy
The first Epsilon Xi Omega (EXO) Chapter Debutante Ball was in 1955 and founded by Sorority member Barbara Anderson under the leadership of Anna Smith as President. The initial purpose of the Ball was to enrich the cultural opportunities for Negro girls. That purpose has been expanded to develop leadership skills, encourage and cultivate high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among high school females and their escorts, to enhance the social skills, of youth between the ages of sixteen and nineteen, and to contribute monetary resources for maintaining an interest in college life.
Over a period of more than 65 years, EXO has mentored over 1,200 future scholars and community leaders in its Leadership Academy program.
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EXO Scholarship Program
Epsilon Xi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, has awarded academic scholarships to San Diego County High School graduates since it's chartering in 1949. Financing for the scholarships was originally awarded from proceeds garnered from the Fashionetta Fashion shows, and after 1955, when the EXO debutante ball became the fundraiser for Epsilon Xi Omega’s scholarships.
All EXO scholarships require a 3.0 or higher GPA in a San Diego County high school and applicants must plan to attend an accredited 4-year college/university. The $1,000 scholarships are awarded after verification of 2024 college/university enrollments are received. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the June Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Scholarship Reception and Art Gallery in June.
The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 2024 Scholarship Opportunities - Calling qualified African American/African Diaspora females and males in San Diego County High Schools to apply! Awards are $1,000-$1,500 each and the deadline to submit is April 14, 2024. High school seniors must graduate in Spring 2024 and plan to attend an accredited four-year college in the Fall 2024. For all awards, students must have a cumulative 3.0 or higher GPA. Complete application must be postmarked by April 14, 2024. Click HERE to apply.
EXO Senior Citizens Program
Epsilon Xi Omega launched its program for senior citizens over 30 years ago. The program, established in September 1981, by then chapter president Carrie Peery, helped the 127 seniors at the Euclid Terrace Complex. During that time, the committee consisted of chapter members: Charlotte Thomas, Vivian Traylor, and Maxcine Stevens.
The original purpose of the senior program was to provide entertainment and recreation for the seniors. Those goals have been maintained and expanded throughout the years. Currently, the senior program provides nutritional workshops, entertainment, recreation, companionship, love, guidance, support, and friendship to the seniors at the Euclid Terrace Complex.
