Committed to improving the quality of life for people in Pittsburgh.
The Iota Phi Foundation 501(c)(3) is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in the Greater Pittsburgh Area by empowering underserved youth, families, and communities through culturally relevant programs and initiatives. Our commitment to leadership, service, and scholarship fosters transformative opportunities and relationships that uplift the community.
$400,000+
in scholarships have been given to 250 students since 1984.
19,500+
students have benefitted from our Christmas Program.
16,050
families have received holiday turkeys, hams, and food baskets as part of our food insecurity program.
20,000+
healthy meals were cooked and delivered to local families across the Greater Pittsburgh Area during the pandemic by our members.
2,550
high school students have attended the Sylvester Pace HBCU Tour.
About Us
A long history of service.
OUR PROGRAMS
Program Highlights
The following highlights some of the programs coordinated by the Iota Phi Foundation. We coordinated a variety of impactful programs, including college readiness initiatives like the Sylvester Pace HBCU Tour, youth mentorship, workforce development, cultural enrichment experiences, and community-focused fundraising events.
Scholarship Program
The student scholarship program offered by the Iota Phi Foundation provides financial assistance to deserving students, empowering them to pursue higher education and achieve their academic goals.
Sylvester Pace HBCU Tour
The Sylvester Pace HBCU Tour offers 11th-grade students from the Greater Pittsburgh Area a transformative opportunity to explore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Carter G. Woodson Academy
The Carter G. Woodson Academy is a Saturday program led by African American male teachers, offering a culturally-relevant curriculum. The program engages them in interactive activities and projects, while highlighting Carter G. Woodson’s impact on African American history and culture.
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