Building Knowledge Opportunities Foundation

09/01/2026

✨ Denim. Diamonds. And a whole lot of fun! ✨

It’s time to grab your boots, add a little sparkle and get ready to hit the dance floor! 💎👢💃🏾

We’re bringing the 'Boots on the Ground' energy with good music, great company and a night made for celebrating. Whether you come ready to line dance or just ready for a good time, you don’t want to miss this one!

👖 Pull out your best denim
💎 Bring the diamonds and bling
👢 And DON’T forget those boots!

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Tag your crew and tell us: Who’s hitting the dance floor with you? 👇🏾

08/26/2026

🌟Empower. Engage. Elevate. 🌟

✨ Calling all High School Seniors! ✨
Are you ready to grow, give back, and make a meaningful impact? The Fashionetta leadership development program is officially looking for our next cohort of Pearls & Gems! 💎💗💚

If you are a high school senior looking to build lasting friendships, engage in community service, and elevate your leadership potential, this program is designed for you.

Join us for our upcoming Informational Meeting to learn more:
📅 Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 WSU Rhatighan Student Center, Rm 142

Scan the QR code in the flyer to express your interest today! For any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]

08/22/2026

🚨🚨 IT’S ALMOST TIME, WICHITA! 🚨🚨
💎 DENIM & DIAMONDS IS BACK!!! 💎

We are officially DOWN TO THE WIRE, 📆and we need YOU in the building! 🥳✨

Join us Saturday, September 5th at 7:00 PM at The Fairmount Venue for an unforgettable night of style, music, food, fun, and a whole lot of sparkle! 💎👖✨
🎶 DJ
🍽️ Food
🍹 Cash Bar
🛍️ Silent Auction
✨ And so much more!

But here’s the important part… TICKETS ARE PREPAID ONLY! 🚨 Tickets will NOT be sold at the door!
🎟️ $50/Person
💞 $80/Couple
👯 $350/Table of 6
✨ $500 VIP Tables

So grab your crew, put together that Denim & Diamonds fit, & secure those tickets NOW! Don't wait until it's too late!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or use the ticket link below!

https://givebutter.com/denim-and-diamonds-2026-ogxhrg

💎 DON’T HEAR ABOUT IT AFTER… BE THERE TO EXPERIENCE IT! 💎
Let’s make this a night to remember! 🩷💚✨
Also, tell a friend to tell a friend!🤳🏽

08/19/2026

📣 CALLING ALL GIRLS IN 6TH–11TH GRADE! 💚💗

Are you Jubilant, Emerging, Wise, and a Young Leader? ✨Then you might just be a JEWYL! 💎

Join us for our upcoming Parent Meeting via Zoom as we introduce the Jubilant Emerging Wise Young Leaders (JEWYLS) program and share all of the exciting opportunities in store for the 2026–2027 year!
🗓 Date: August 30
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
💻 Where: Zoom

Parents of participants, please scan the QR code and complete the application to receive important information and updates.

✨ Open to girls in 6th–11th grade
💎 Seniors will be PEARLS!
We can’t wait to connect with our future young leaders! 💕💚

08/08/2026

✨ These smiles say it all! ✨

Friday night was one to remember as nearly 70 young ladies took the floor for the return of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Cheer Clinic—a program making its exciting comeback after 20 years!

The gym was filled with energy as parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, and community supporters came together to celebrate the hard work and enthusiasm of each participant. The encouragement from the crowd made the evening even more special and created an unforgettable experience for our future cheerleaders.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this event back to life and to every family that trusted us with their young ladies. We are proud to invest in our youth and can't wait to see this tradition continue for years to come!

💗💚 Swipe through the photos to relive some of our favorite moments from an unforgettable night!

08/08/2026

Thank you to Mrs. Emalyn Rogers who started the AKA Cheer Clinic more than 3 decades ago! Today, we celebrate your vision and your service to the community. This cheer is for you! 🩷💚📣🩷💚

08/07/2026

💗📣 💚AKA Cheer Clinic | Days 3 & 4 Recap

The countdown is on... SHOWCASE DAY IS TOMORROW! 🎉🎊📸

What an incredible couple of days it's been at the 2026 AKA Cheer Clinic!
Our campers have spent Days 3 and 4 putting in the work—learning new cheers, sharpening motions, practicing dances, stretching, encouraging one another, and building the confidence to perform in front of family and friends. Watching them grow more comfortable, more confident, and more connected each day has been such a joy!

Behind every routine is a team of dedicated coaches, volunteers, and members of the Building Knowledge and Opportunities (BKO) Foundation and Beta Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® who have poured their hearts into making this week unforgettable.

Their patience, mentorship, and commitment have created an environment where every child feels seen, supported, and celebrated.

A heartfelt thank you to our parents and families for trusting us with your children this week. Your encouragement has helped make this clinic a true success.
✨ Tomorrow is the moment we've all been working toward! Our campers are ready to take the stage and show off everything they've learned this week. We are so proud of each and every one of them, and we can't wait to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments.

See you at the showcase! Let's cheer on these amazing young stars as they shine! 💚💗📣

08/06/2026

💎 Don't let Labor Day weekend sneak up on you! 👖

If you've been saying, "I need to get my tickets," this is your reminder! 🎟️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the BKO Foundation's Denim & Diamonds Fundraiser—where great food, music, fellowship, and giving back come together for one incredible night. Every ticket purchased helps support scholarships and programs that create opportunities throughout our community.
✨ Grab your favorite denim.
✨ Add a little sparkle.
✨ Invite your friends.
✨ Support a great cause.
Let's make this a night to remember while investing in the future of our community.
💗 💚Don't wait until the last minute—secure your tickets todayy!

https://givebutter.com/denim-and-diamonds-2026-ogxhrg

Tag the friend you're bringing, and let us know in the comments if we'll see you there! 👇

💎Denim & Diamonds💎 IS BACK!!!

It's all happening on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 7 p.m. at The Fairmount Venue, and trust me this is not your average night out!

We're talking style, glam, music, elegance and fun with just the right mix of bling and blue jeans✨

This event is in conjunction with the BKO Foundation.

But listen up: Tickets are prepaid ONLY!

Tickets will NOT be sold at the door, so don't wait! You can pay online using the QR code or the link below. Easy!

🎟️https://givebutter.com/denim-and-diamonds-2026-ogxhrg

So what should you do right now?!

Text your favorite AKA✅
Grab your best denim & diamonds look✅
And get ready to shine on September 5th✅

Let's make this a night to remember, with a little glitz, a little glam, and a whole lot of class!!!💗💚

08/06/2026

📣 AKA Cheer Clinic – Day 2 Recap! 📣

Day 2 was one for the books! 🎉

The confidence is growing, the voices are getting louder, and our future cheerleaders are bringing the energy! 📣✨ Yesterday, our campers continued learning cheers, motions, and dance fundamentals while building teamwork, discipline, and friendships that will last beyond this week.

One of the best parts of the evening? Seeing our girls encourage one another, celebrate each other's successes, and step outside of their comfort zones. That's what this clinic is all about, pouring into our youth with love, patience, and purpose!

As we move closer to Friday's showcase, we're excited to watch these young leaders continue to shine. Every chant, every motion, every smile is helping build confidence both on and off the mat.

Thank you to all of the parents and families for trusting us with your children this week, we can't wait to show you what they've been working so hard to learn! 🎀
💚💗 Day 3 up next💗💚