Sarasota Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Inc.

Sarasota Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Inc. Greetings and Welcome to the Facebook of the Sarasota Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. It was a time characterized by racism and class ism.

Early in the last century, African-American students were actively discouraged from pursuing a college education. They had to overcome hard attitudes and rigorous obstacles in order to secure a diploma and participate in campus events. At times, they felt ostracized, like unwanted foreigners in their own land. Out of this dark time, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the campus of Ind

iana University on January 5, 1911. On that night, ten men came together to form a bond of fraternity: Elder Watson Diggs, John Milton Lee, Byron K. Armstrong, Guy L. Grant, Ezra D. Alexander, Henry T. Asher, Marcus P. Blakemore, Paul W. Cain, Edward G. Irvin and George W. Edmonds. Kappa Alpha Psi was unique in that it was the only Greek Letter organization with its first Chapter on the Indiana University’s campus. The founders sought a formula that would immediately raise the sights of black collegians and stimulate them to accomplishments higher than they might have imagined. Placing God first in their hearts, the men of Kappa Alpha Psi set ACHIEVEMENT in every field of human endeavor as it’s purpose, uniting college men of culture, patriotism and honor in a bond of fraternity. Kappa Alpha Psi is headed by its Grand Chapter officers and Grand Board of Directors. William “Randy” Bates, Jr., Esq. is the Grand Pole march. There are 12 provinces that govern the undergraduate and alumni chapters. Sarasota Alumni Chapter is a part of the Southern Province, which encompasses, Florida, Alabama, the Bahamas, Rep. of Panama and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

We were delighted to award scholarships at the Steve Lewis Scholarship Luncheon, showcasing students and honorees who pe...
04/26/2026

We were delighted to award scholarships at the Steve Lewis Scholarship Luncheon, showcasing students and honorees who personify achievement in all endeavors.♦️👌🏾

Congratulations Brother Omar Edwards on your achievements! ♦️👌🏾
04/12/2026

Congratulations Brother Omar Edwards on your achievements! ♦️👌🏾

The response to our Giving Challenge 2026 community appreciation day was outstanding, as we informed our community about...
04/12/2026

The response to our Giving Challenge 2026 community appreciation day was outstanding, as we informed our community about our programs and invited donations from Noon on April 15 to Noon on April 16.

We thank the Community Foundation of Sarasota County for their sustained support, facilitating our involvement in the Giving Challenge over the years. Community Foundation of Sarasota County

04/12/2026

We have literally 5 more days until the Community Foundation of Sarasota County

Please come out tomorrow for free food and entertainment and learn about our wonderful programs that you can donate to on April 15-16 Noon to Noon.



04/10/2026

Community Foundation of Sarasota County




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