At our founding on the campus at Howard University, in 1913, by 22 undergraduate women, the goal was to establish this sorority as a public service organization.
Our mission: To confront the social problems facing African Americans and, hence, to address those that affect all Americans.
Detroit Deltas conduct a wide range of programs to address education, health, international development, and the strengthening of the African American family. This includes work in metro Detroit homeless shelters; mentoring youth; the construction and operation of Delta Manor, a residential facility for seniors; financial literacy and home buying seminars; healthy living events; political awareness forums and more.
Economic Development ………………………….. Educational Development,
International Awareness & Involvement ……………….. Physical & Mental Health,
Political Awareness & Involvement
Delta Sigma Theta’s Detroit Alumnae Chapter President Mardi Woods and Delta Sigma Theta Detroit Foundation Inc. President Jessye V. Franklin accept a $3,000 grant from Sam’s Club during the Round Up luncheon at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center on Sept. 12
