A "Save The Date" for a Founders' Day Celebration on Saturday, February 27, 2027, is presented with a soft, watercolor-like background and a decorative gold frame in the foreground.

DFW Metroplex AKA Founders' Day Committee

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Event Access:</li><li class="lxcl-listItem lxcl-nested-listitem" dir="ltr"><ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">1 Luncheon Ticket (Includes access to the Luncheon only)</li></ul></li></ul>

Founders' Day Luncheon Only Ticket

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Event Access:</li><li class="lxcl-listItem lxcl-nested-listitem" dir="ltr"><ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">1 Combo Ticket (Includes both the Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration)</li></ul></li></ul>

Founders' Day Luncheon and Honoree Celebration Ticket

LXCL:For undergraduate members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® only. Membership status will be verified.<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Event Access:</li><li class="lxcl-listItem lxcl-nested-listitem" dir="ltr"><ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">1 Luncheon Ticket (Includes access to the Luncheon only)</li></ul></li></ul>

Undergraduate Founders' Day Luncheon Only Ticket

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Event Access:</li><li class="lxcl-listItem lxcl-nested-listitem" dir="ltr"><ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">1 Combo Ticket (Includes both the Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration)</li></ul></li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Premium Recognition:</li><li class="lxcl-listItem lxcl-nested-listitem" dir="ltr"><ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Your name will be prominently showcased on the Patron Roll within the official 119th Founders' Day Souvenir Journal.</li></ul></li></ul>

Founders' Day Patron

IMPORTANT NOTE:This portal is for purchasing Event Tickets&nbsp;only. Need to purchase a souvenir ad or sponsorship? To secure your ad space and/or sponsorship, please visit our ad/sponsorship page here: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2027-ads-and-sponsorships-dfw-metroplex-aka-founders-day-luncheon-and-honoree-celebration" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Ad &amp; Sponsorship Packages</a> You are cordially invited to join us for an extraordinary afternoon as we celebrate 119 years of visionary leadership, sisterhood, and service at the DFW Metroplex Alpha Kappa Alpha Founders Day Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration! Event Details &amp; Schedule<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Date: Saturday, February 27, 2027</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Location:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Carrollton and Carrollton Conference Center</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">1201 Raiford Rd., Carrollton, TX 75007</li></ul></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Rededication (Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ONLY):&nbsp;10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration (All Guests): 12:00 PM (Doors open at 11:00 AM)</li></ul>This celebration offers an opportunity to honor the trailblazing founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated&reg; and reflect on the profound, lasting impact of our sisterhood. Founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University, our organization was brought to life by courageous visionaries led by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle. Collectively, these ladies established a movement rooted in unity, scholarship, and social uplift. Today, we stand on their shoulders as we honor the combined contributions of our founders and reflect on over a century of timeless service. Across the DFW Metroplex, the chapters of Beta Mu Omega, Tau Rho Omega, Alpha Beta Iota Omega, Alpha Beta Phi Omega, Kappa Lambda, Kappa Nu, Upsilon Omicron, and Mu Psi are coming together for an inspiring program filled with reflection, fellowship, and purpose:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Honoring Our Legacy &amp; Trailblazers: Paying tribute to the vision of our founders while celebrating our chapter honorees who have reached significant milestones within the sorority, recognizing their profound impact throughout their journey in Alpha Kappa Alpha.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Transformational Community Impact &amp; Scholarship: Highlighting our dedication to local service through an impactful community service project and advancing educational opportunities by awarding scholarships to our deserving undergraduate members.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sisterhood &amp; Connection: Uniting generations of members, supporters, and friends for an unforgettable afternoon featuring historical retrospectives and fellowship.</li></ul>Whether you are a member of our beloved sisterhood or a valued community partner, family, or friend, we invite you to take part in this meaningful occasion as we celebrate 119 years of impact, honor our past, and step boldly into our future together.

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Your ticket is confirmed! Thank you for joining us for the 2027 DFW Metroplex Founders&#39; Day Celebration. As we prepare to celebrate 119 years of service, we invite you to be part of our Souvenir Journal. Whether you want to celebrate an honoree, congratulate a member, or showcase your business, you can secure your ad space by clicking on the link below. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2027-ads-and-sponsorships-dfw-metroplex-aka-founders-day-luncheon-and-honoree-celebration" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Link to Purchase Ad</a> Event Details &amp; Schedule<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Date: Saturday, February 27, 2027</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Location:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Carrollton and Carrollton Conference Center</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">1201 Raiford Rd., Carrollton, TX 75007</li></ul></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Rededication (Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ONLY):&nbsp;10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration (All Guests): 12:00 PM (Doors open at 11:00 AM)</li></ul> Dr. Kendra ThurmondDFW Metroplex Founders&#39; Day General ChairmanAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.&reg;Tau Rho Omega Chapterdfwmfd.chairman@gmail.com

IMPORTANT NOTE:This portal is for purchasing Event Tickets only. Need to purchase a souvenir ad or sponsorship? To secure your ad space and/or sponsorship, please visit our ad/sponsorship page here: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2027-ads-and-sponsorships-dfw-metroplex-aka-founders-day-luncheon-and-honoree-celebration" target="_blank">Ad &amp; Sponsorship Packages</a> You are cordially invited to join us for an extraordinary afternoon as we celebrate 119 years of visionary leadership, sisterhood, and service at the DFW Metroplex Alpha Kappa Alpha Founders Day Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration! Event Details &amp; Schedule<ul><li>Date: Saturday, February 27, 2027</li><li>Location:<ul><li>Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Carrollton and Carrollton Conference Center</li><li>1201 Raiford Rd., Carrollton, TX 75007</li></ul></li><li>Rededication (Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ONLY): 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)</li><li>Luncheon &amp; Honoree Celebration (All Guests): 12:00 PM (Doors open at 11:00 AM)</li></ul>This celebration offers an opportunity to honor the trailblazing founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® and reflect on the profound, lasting impact of our sisterhood. Founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University, our organization was brought to life by courageous visionaries led by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle. Collectively, these ladies established a movement rooted in unity, scholarship, and social uplift. Today, we stand on their shoulders as we honor the combined contributions of our founders and reflect on over a century of timeless service. Across the DFW Metroplex, the chapters of Beta Mu Omega, Tau Rho Omega, Alpha Beta Iota Omega, Alpha Beta Phi Omega, Kappa Lambda, Kappa Nu, Upsilon Omicron, and Mu Psi are coming together for an inspiring program filled with reflection, fellowship, and purpose:<ul><li>Honoring Our Legacy &amp; Trailblazers: Paying tribute to the vision of our founders while celebrating our chapter honorees who have reached significant milestones within the sorority, recognizing their profound impact throughout their journey in Alpha Kappa Alpha.</li><li>Transformational Community Impact &amp; Scholarship: Highlighting our dedication to local service through an impactful community service project and advancing educational opportunities by awarding scholarships to our deserving undergraduate members.</li><li>Sisterhood &amp; Connection: Uniting generations of members, supporters, and friends for an unforgettable afternoon featuring historical retrospectives and fellowship.</li></ul>Whether you are a member of our beloved sisterhood or a valued community partner, family, or friend, we invite you to take part in this meaningful occasion as we celebrate 119 years of impact, honor our past, and step boldly into our future together.

DFW Metroplex AKA Founders' Day Committee

2027 Tickets - DFW Metroplex AKA Founders' Day Luncheon & Honoree Celebration

1201 Raiford Rd

Founders' Day Luncheon Only Ticket

$125

Founders' Day Luncheon and Honoree Celebration Ticket

$150

Undergraduate Founders' Day Luncheon Only Ticket

$65

Founders' Day Patron

$175

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