Just ahead of the November elections, Brothers Darryl Bills (Chairman, Midwestern Region A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People) and Terry Wilson (Chairman, Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.’s A Voteless People is a Hopeless People) sat down with Damon Arnold of KMOV News 4’s My St. Louis Live! to discuss the importance of voting.
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The Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Omicron Eta Omega Chapter, the Epsilon Lambda Charitable Foundation, Inc. and the Ivy Foundation of St. Louis celebrated the 3rd Biennial Paragon Awards & Soiree to honor African American Men from the St. Louis area on October 17, 2024.
This sold out event recognized men who had demonstrated excellence, high commitment while making an impact in the fields of Clergy, Corporate/ Business, Arts, Education, Health, Non-Profit, Social Justice, First Responder, Entrepreneurship and Lifetime Achievement. The proceeds from the event helped to support the respective organizations' scholarships funds, which support students in pursuit of their higher education goals. This event was co-chaired by Bro. Leon “Chico” Hamilton and Soror Sharonna Howell.
The Epsilon Lambda Charitable Foundation (ELCF) and the men of the Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. once again participated in the 14th Annual Hyde Park Spooktacular on October 26th. The event is held in Hyde Park and provides a safe space for over 1000 kids to enjoy all types of Halloween activities free of violence. It was curated by the Communities First Organization in addition to being hosted by 14th Ward Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, 11th Ward Alderwoman Laura Keys, and 14th Ward Committeewoman Lucinda Frazier.
The ELCF and Epsilon Lambda Chapter partnered with the Violence Prevention Committee through a grant which helped to provide the kids with hot dogs, candy bars, hot chocolate, and lemonade. Brother David Henson, Brother Marcel Scaife, and the rest of the Brotherhood were vital in organizing Epsilon Lambda’s participation and securing additional funding. The event was well-attended, filled with fun, and the children were able to interact with a strong group of positive Black men.
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the St. Louis Metropolitan Chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. invited the Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. to join them in canvassing efforts to educate and mobilize voters in Old North St. Louis ahead of the November 5, 2024 election. Brother Parker Loveless, the District 9 Committeeman for St. Louis City, led the Epsilon Lambda Chapter volunteers in supporting the sorority’s initiative. United in purpose and driven by their shared commitment to civic duty and community service, volunteers eagerly gathered early that morning. This inspiring collaboration highlighted both organizations' dedication to empowering their communities and strengthening our democracy.
Just ahead of the November elections, Brothers Darryl Bills (Chairman, Midwestern Region A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People) and Terry W...
