OKK Foundation Inc.
The OKK Foundation Inc. in partnership with the Katherine Hanley Family Shelter presents ; Homeless Shelter Block Party, May 6, 2023.
On May 6, 2023, the Omicron Kappa Kappa Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. will kick off a series of outdoor ‘family fun days’ for the benefit of families residing at the Katherine Hanley Family Shelter (12970 Katherine Hanley Ct, Fairfax, VA 22030). The Katherine Hanley Family Shelter is one of six operated by Shelter House, Inc. They all provide housing for those experiencing homelessness and/or domestic violence. The first event, a Spring Block Party, will provide Katherine Hanley families, plus those residing at the other five shelters, a day to experience joy through a variety of fun activities for kids of all ages and adults. It will be a fun, relaxed, safe, and happy experience for the most vulnerable segments of our local community. <Here is how you can get involved >
OKK Foundation, Inc. 2023 Scholarship Program
On behalf of The OKK Foundation, Inc.-a 501© (3) nonprofit organization – and OKK Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. we appreciate your interest and invite you to participate in our scholarship program. It is critical that you follow all instructions, provide all requested information, and return your completed application to the above address by the listed deadline. For your application to be considered, we must have your completed application by April 30, 2023. Applications that are not in our possession or postmarked by the deadline will not be considered for review and are automatically disqualified. Applicants must be a minority resident of Fairfax County, Virginia. You must be a High School Senior that is college-bound (4-year institution) to apply.
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About the Foundation
The OKK Foundation is a nonprofit corporation that is organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Foundation was established in 2002 and is recognized by the internal Revenue Service and the State of Virginia as a public nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization that accepts tax deductible contributions and serves as the charitable arm of Omicron Kappa Kappa (OKK) Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
The Foundation operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes: to fund educational scholarships for minority students; to assist & promote the general welfare of local community groups. The Foundation and Omicron Kappa Kappa (OKK) Chapter are excited and committed to help improve the lives of our neighbors in western Fairfax County and eastern Loudoun County. In partnership with OKK Chapter, we host leadership seminars and career seminars for middle school students in Fairfax County. We enthusiastically support the idea of reaching our youth at an early pre-high school age in consultation & cooperation with their parents.
Mission
Enhance the lives of those in the local community by supporting youth achievement via college scholarship awards, career mentoring of young men, and providing community outreach via smart partnering with community resources & supporters.
Motto
SCHOLARSHIPS, UPLIFT & MENTORING – Making a Difference!
Vision
Our Vision is that the SUM of our nonprofit efforts will result in signifcant opportunities for: all deserving underprivileged students to meet their goals of a college education beyond high school; empowering young males to reach their God-given potential; and the local community will thrive aided by the Foundation’s outreach via community & social programs.
Fact Sheet
2020 Scholarship Awards
The 2020 Scholarship Awards will total $6,000.00 and there will be two (2) scholarship winners receiving $3,000 each as selected by the Scholarship Committee based on the submitted application requirements.
The Foundation and Omicron Kappa Kappa Chapter are excited and committed to help improve the lives of our neighbors in western Fairfax County and eastern Loudoun County. Since our inception, we have proudly awarded more than 30 scholarships to area high school graduates valued at over $30,000.
Charitable Programs Supported
• OKK College Scholarship Program
Scholarships to underprivileged, high achieving college-bound students
• OKK Youth Academy Program
Sustained mentoring to enrich the lives of young males and empower their intellectual & character
development
• Annual Essay Program
Reward essay writing prowess among students
• Talent Hunt Program
Recognize & reward community youth in the performing arts
• Community Support
Participate in food drives, Relay for Life cancer initiatives, annual Diabetes Walk-a-thons, annual blood and food drives,
Chamber of Commerce events
• Charitable Fundraising Events
Raise funds to financially support the above initiatives in partnership with Omicron Kappa Kappa Chapter (OKK)
NOTE: It is through the generosity of our supporters, like you, that we have
committed to award multiple scholarships annually to deserving minority college-bound high school graduates. The amount and number of scholarship awards will depend on the financial support that the Foundation receives from local businesses, their employees and the general public.
• Business Partnership Program
Partner with local business entities to enhance the lives and training of local youth and the community.
NOTE: It is through a partnership arrangement with Microsoft that OKK Foundation has been able to initiate free,
periodic workshop sessions for area youngsters ranging from 3rd graders to high school teenagers. These workshop
sessions provide a fun learning environment for the youth and adds to their skill levels.
Contact Information
Phone: (800) 876-6614
Email Address: Info@OKKFoundation.org
Website Address: www.OKKFoundation.org
Address:
OKK Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 2252
Reston, VA 20195
Foundation Tax Id Number: 01-0628736
Foundation Board Members
George K. Johnson President
Gary C. Powell, Ed. D. Vice President
Dewayne Corbett Treasurer
Shawn Beck Secretary
Earl Smith, Jr. Director
Julian P. Purvis Director
Kimmel Daniel Director
Howard A. Foard, Jr. Director
Larry D. Miller Director
Lorenzo Gibbs Director