Alumnae benefit from gifts to the Foundation through:
Scholarships
Each year the Foundation gives out thousands of dollars of scholarships to members in all areas of study.
Career enhancement grants
These grants are available to members wishing to pursue a new endeavor in their career. Grant requests are available on a rolling basis and are awarded as funds are available.
Career development resources
Members have exclusive access to career development videos produced by JobBound, the nation’s leading authority for preparing students and professionals for career success. Videos provide career development advice and tips for members in the job market.
Membership education
Alumnae education is designed to build on the groundwork that was established for Alpha Sigma Alpha’s as new members, initiate members and senior members. Alumnae with updated email addresses receive quarterly newsletters that are centered around Alpha Sigma Alpha core values and aims.
National convention & leadership conference
During each biennial convention and conference, the Foundation provides substantial funds for keynote speakers and workshops on a host of topics that are identified by alumnae as important issues. Keynote speakers at past conventions have included:
- Dr. Colleen Coffey-Melchiorre
- Ginny Carroll
- Dr. Lori Hart
- Dr. Mari Ann Callais
- Kim Becking
- Patty Wood
- Glennon Doyle Melton
