What is Nu Gamma Omega Educational and Charitable Foundation?
The Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation or (NGOEACF) is a 501(c) 3 entity whose mission is to support lifelong learning by providing scholarships, fellowships, and community grants.
Who are its members?
Membership is comprised of individuals who are members of Nu Gamma Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and also who are active financial members of Nu Gamma Omega Educational and Charitable Foundation.
Non-members of the Foundation can serve as community stakeholders, supporters, partners, friends of the Foundation.
When was NGO EACF founded?
1980.
How can I be a Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation supporter?
A Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation supporter is anyone who supports the Foundation through fundraising and/or active participation in its programs, initiatives. Your assessments support the program initiatives and operations of the Foundation. Every time you purchase a ticket to an event, support through financial, in kind donations, passive giving, purchase Foundation items – you are helping us reach our goals. It’s about empowering our next generation leadership through scholarships, fellowships, community assistance grants and lifelong learning.
How can individuals give?
There are a number of giving levels where individuals can receive recognition annually. Recognition levels range from $10 to $100,000. Individual recognition level summaries can be found at the “Donate Now” tab or via the Support in Giving button on the website.
How do I apply for scholarships, fellowships, and grants?
Go to www.ngoeacf.org/scholarship/grants (Velena Johnson Book Stipend Award, Lynda Dunlop Cosey Scholarship Essay Contest)
What impact has Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation made?
In 2021, Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation distributed over $ 250,000 in scholarships, fellowships, youth grants, and community assistance awards. Nearly three hundred high school students and undergraduate, graduate students attending colleges and universities, including HBCUs benefited from these awards. In addition to these students, community organizations received needed funding to initiate or support ongoing programs that benefit the communities where members live and work.
Are males eligible for Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation scholarships?
Yes. We support students without regard to sex, race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or disability.
When donors use checks to send in donations, who should they make the check payable to?
All checks should be made out to the: Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation Incorporated.
What is the mailing address for Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation?
Nu Gamma Omega Educational & Charitable Foundation 1747 Main Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 (office address)
Nu Gamma Omega Educational and Charitable Foundation Post Office Box 1708 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 (mailing address)