Local Programs
AKATeens
This Youth Enrichment Organization for young ladies in high school was established in 1993 to develop and address the leadership, character, community, civic, and scholastic needs of young ladies in the Las Vegas community.
Economic Summit Student Leadership Conference
The Economic Summit is held annually in December for teens 13- 18 years of age. Workshops have included topics such as the college admissions process, how to obtain financial aid, learning how to manage your money, and college life after matriculation. The Economic Summit and Student Leadership Conference is a one-day financial literacy, college and career preparation event for middle school and high school students and their families in Southern Nevada. The ES&SLC has enabled more youth and their families to obtain important information from a variety of professionals in the areas of finance, scholarships, college and careers and entrepreneurship. The ES&SLC has been attended by more than 3000 students and their parents and has also provided over $30,000.00 in scholarships to graduating seniors from Clark County Nevada.
Emerald Ball Scholarship Fundraiser
This yearly event serves as the major fundraiser for Theta Theta Omega. The money raised is used for local programs and scholarships for local high school seniors enrolling in college.
Ivy AKAdemy
This program targets high school students in 9th-12th grade with college preparedness, workshops, college tours, hosting and supporting college fairs, and scholarship assistance. The Ivy AKAdemy will assist students with completing their college applications and FAFSA forms by motivating and assisting young people through the college entry process.
Thanksgiving Baskets
This signature program provides baskets containing complete dinners distributed to senior citizens raising grandchildren. This project is undertaken at Thanksgiving time in partnership with several community organizations and partners.
Mental Health Fair
This signature program provides the community with valuable, informative, and fun-filled resources that cover a wide array of behavioral health and medical topics. This event addresses the basic needs of life and helps support our community members’ social determinants of health.
