Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority became America’s first Greek – letter organization established by black women in 1908.  This prestigious organization originated on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC.  The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority as conceived by its founders, Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, and her associates, is to be of service to all mankind, particularly in the areas of health, education, civic responsibility, social inequalities, cultural and political achievement.

Through the years, Alpha Kappa Alpha’s function has become more complex.  After her incorporation as a perpetual body on January 29, 1913, Alpha Kappa Alpha gradually branched out and became the channel through which selected college-trained women worked to improve the social and economic conditions in their cities, states, nation and the world.  Today, that tradition continues locally as well as nationally and internationally.

Eta Eta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is the first Greek letter organization formed in the African American community of Ft. Pierce, Fl.  Its membership included women from the Treasure Coast – Tri-county area of St. Lucie, Indian River and Martin counties.  The chapter was formally chartered on February 28, 1959 in the Francis K. Sweet Elementary School’s cafeteria.  Regional Director, Georgia Shank, conducted the chartering ceremony installing thirteen charter members.  The 13 members installed were: Gwendolyn Austin*, Sarah Douglas*, Gustava Hussain* Lon Floyd*,  Beazelle Hughes*, Zenobia Jefferson*, Annie Little*, Ernestine McCoy*,  Roslyn Blake, Carnelle Clifton,  Mazie Epps, Emma Loman, and Cora Monroe. Gustava Hussain* served as our first chapter president.

The membership of Eta Eta Omega is composed of women with various professional backgrounds, including, Education, Law, Medicine, Accounting, Administration, Broadcasting, Politics, the Social Sciences and Human Communication. Many of our members have obtained advanced degrees in their respective professions and many are pioneers in their respective businesses within our community. Eta Eta Omega women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. are everywhere.

The Eta Eta Omega Chapter takes her place along the Treasure Coast.  You have seen us hammering with Habitat for Humanity to build homes for families on the Treasure Coast and walking with The American Cancer Society for breast cancer and cancer awareness. You have met our Precious Pearls Teen Club as they have volunteered at local nursing homes, and the Hospice House. The Precious Pearls , thanks to generous donations, were able to participate in  college tour road trips. You have seen us at our annual Back To School event in Fort Pierce and in Gifford, as we distribute back packs and school supplies to students who have need. We have historically been known for our biannual event Fashionetta which has long been our signature scholarship fundraising event . Join us as we encourage potential voters to register and make a difference.   Join with us when we participate in health fairs, or fundraisers such as Walk for the Health of It. Join us as we donate to local causes in times of tragic losses,  to local food pantries and to those who need a coat or a sweater when our usually warm weather turns cold.

Save the date for our annual Teen Summit , held in January of every year, targeting middle school to high school students. Previous topics of interested included career fairs, health awareness and college prep information.   Remember us for tutoring children, and training our membership to become better leaders. 

Through the years, Eta Eta Omega has given over $350,000 in scholarships to young women in the tri-county communities and has established The Pink Rose Foundation which serves as the charitable arm of the chapter.

Chapter meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 9:30 a.m.

*Deceased