DCPIII AR 2019 FINAL

DC PEARLS III
FOUNDATION, INC.

ANNUAL REPORT

2019

EMPOWERED & ENGAGED

OUR
COMMITMENT

DC Pearls III Foundation,
Incorporated, in conjunction with

Rho Mu Omega Chapter
of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. C ,
is committed to our educational, health,

cultural, social and economic
community service programs that uplift

and sustain Washington, DC.

A LOOK INSIDE

EMPOWERED

Commitment
Leadership
Board of Directors

& ENGAGED

Partnerships
Education
Community Service

TO FUNDRAISE

Funding
Financials
Donors

HOLLI B.TOWNSEND

PRESIDENT

Dear DC Peals III Foundation III Board of Directors , Members, and Supporters,
 
Thank you for making 2019 an impactful and uplifting experience. As President of the DC Pearls III
Foundation, I am pleased to share the 2019 accomplishments in the 2019 annual report. Because of
what you, our donors, have given, more African Americans students will have scholarships every
year. We can send the best and brightest to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
all over the United States. Put simply: you are creating opportunities and improving lives. The
report will highlight the success of our programs, services and financial status.
 
During this time, we have been able to strengthen our program platform and widen our impact.
We’ve given over $24,000 in scholarships, increased growth in crowdfunding efforts, exceeded our
collection goal for Soles for Soles, supported Bright Beginning's Food Pantry feeding over 60
families, and making an impact by supporting our black businesses is all part of us driving forward
to change lives. Our fundraising strategies were expanded to include the Combined Federal
Campaign (CFC), coupled with increased giving efforts to Amazon Smile, DC One Fund, DoMore24,
and Giving Tuesday. The ability to receive general donations via our donor management software
has also contributed to an increase in support. We were very successful with our 2019 Pink Satin
Pearls, Pearl Ball Cotillion, Treasured Pearl Package raffle, and our Jazz Brunch Auction.
 
We’re All In: Empowered & Engaged to Fundraise as members of DC Pearls III Foundation. We
should be inspired by our ability to raise funds in support of our growing scholarship and program
demands. And as a result, your DC Pearls III Board of Directors worked tirelessly to meet the
foundation goals and expectations of its members by implementing and continuing
the following initiatives: 

hosting a DC Pearls III board orientation training focused on outlining the role/responsibilities of
the Board of Directors,
continuing to provide communications via face to face meetings along with a technology
connection option to increase meeting attendance,
expanding our ability to increase multiple funding streams by applying for grants and exploring
endowments option and
exploring the possibility of acquiring a building.

I would like to thank the Foundation Board members for your generous donations, community
involvement and partnerships we have gained over the past year. Thanks to you, we can continue
to build upon the foundation that was created 19 years ago and make a lasting impact within the
Washington, DC community. Thank you for you continued support and dedication!

Sincerely,
Holli Townsend

SAUNDRA R. ROBERTS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dear Foundation Members,

It gives me great pleasure to report that 2019 has been another fantastic year thanks to your
dedication and support of DC Pearls III’s efforts to support the community through our primary
partnership with Rho Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ©

Our mission to sponsor community services programs and award college scholarships was
funded by four events this year.  We hosted our 6th Biennial Pearl Ball Cotillion, our 3rd season for
the Pink Satin Pearls, our 2nd Treasured Pearl Raffle and, as always, our annual Jazz Brunch
Auction will allow us to end 2019 with fun, food and fellowship. A member sponsored fundraiser
event marketed as the Kids Graffiti Art also provided funding.  Lastly, we also participated in
raising funds online via DoMore24, AmazonSmile, the DC One Fund, Giving Tuesday and
expanded the list this year by adding the Combined Federal Campaign.

We were very active and engaged in our fundraising activities.  One contributing factor to our
success is the investment in a donor management platform with has provided the great benefit of
streamlining financial operations and providing us the opportunity to build a stronger partnership
with our donors.  Another contributing factor of our success has been open and interactive
communications with our members through monthly meetings, workshop presentations,
committee meetings, and sharing routine and pertinent information through every communication
channel available.

It needs to be said that the greatest contribution to our success is the steadfast commitment of
our Board of Directors and Foundation Members.  DC Pearls III has benefited the most from the
diverse skills and creative talents of our members which allows us to uplift and sustain the
Washington, DC community with unparalleled community services. As your Executive Director, I
am honored and humbled to serve along with you.

DC Pearls III Foundation, Inc. is positioned well for an even better 2020.  We look forward to
sponsoring the community service programs for Rho Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Inc. ©  We are proud to have the opportunity to increase our level of scholarships
awarded to deserving Washington, DC high school seniors who are entering college for their first
year and for past recipients who are continuing their matriculation.

We look forward to celebrating our 20th anniversary in 2020 and encourage you to stay
empowered and engaged!

Best Regards,
Saundra Roberts

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Holli Townsend Saundra Roberts Arnitra Duckett

President & Chairman Executive Director Vice President

Denise Reed Angela Thompson Sandra Montgomery

Vice President Corporate Secretary Financial Secretary
for Development
Jacqueline Hardy Voncea Howerton
Brenda Jackson
Treasurer Assistant Treasurer
Assistant Financial
Secretary Darlene Allen Tyra Matthews

Towanna Friend Parliamentarian Attorney Advisor

Member-at-Large

Felicia Brown Lois Hayes-Howerton Holli Holliday

Board Director Board Director Board Director

Lolita Hoover Dana Lucas Doxie McCoy

Board Director Board Director Board Director

Theresa McDougald Gina Scott Shani Walker

Board Director Board Director Board Director

ENGAGED PARTNERS

ENGAGED IN

Our mission and vision on higher education aligns
directly with that of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Incorporated (AKA) . AKA has a continued focus
on education with an emphasis on historically black
colleges and universities (HBCUs).

At the international level, AKA
has raised a million dollars in one day
for two consecutive years in row!
Education is and has always been a
primary focus.

DC Pearls III Foundation is the primary sponsor
of an annual Middle School College Tour. The

Middle School College Tour provides an
opportunity for students to be exposed to
historically black colleges and universities

locally while also considering schools
throughout the country with the hope
of attracting interest for future enrollment. 

In addition, DC Pearls III’s promotes and markets HBCUs to encourage
students to attend HBCUs as a sustainability measure. While the HBCU
Tours are a major part of promoting and activating HBCUs, other activities
include researching and publishing information regarding notable individuals
who attended HBCUs, attending college fairs to promote the Tours and
holding a series of various workshops to help students prepare for college.

EDUCATION

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HBCU College Tours

 Since 1996, DC Pearls III has hosted annual
college tours for middle and high school students

to expose them to college life and the college
preparation process. Students take part in pre-tour

college preparation workshops and while visiting
the colleges, high school seniors can apply for on-

the-spot admissions and scholarships.   

  . 

          College Admissions Proc ·e   s   s   (#CAPSM)

The #CAPSM program is designed to guide young people step-by-step
through the process of applying to college. Students receive guidance on
such topics as researching schools, identifying financial aid and completing

the application process.  Rho Mu Omega chapter partners with College
Bound to implement this signature program. 

        

HBCU Scholarships

DC Pearls III provides scholarships to Washington,
DC graduating seniors who will attend an HBCU. A
minimum of four scholarships are awarded
annually. These scholarships are renewable for up
to four years. In 2019, DC Pearls III awarded a total
of $24,000 in scholarships.

ENGAGED IN

DC Pearls III in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.©, Rho Mu
Omega Chapter is committed to educational, health, cultural, social and
economic community service programs that uplift and support Washington,DC
residents.  In recent years, many programs financially supported by DC Pearls
III had a positive impact on the Washington, DC community. DC Pearls III
currently sponsors community programs that fall under five target areas that
span across many core areas. Education is the first target and the others are
highlighted below.

Women’s Health and Wellness platform, has a focus
to raise community awareness of critical health issues
impacting African-American women, such as breast
cancer, heart health, nutrition and wellness and
caregiving support. DC Pearls III and Rho Mu Omega
Chapter have robust heart health programming,
including launching a walking club for the community
that met in Anacostia Park, logging over 13 Million
Steps!        

 DC Pearls III also supports programs under Breast
Cancer Awareness and Prevention, focusing on early
detection programs through mammograms. DC Pearls
III supports the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. mobile
mammography bus that provides free mammograms to
underserved women nationally. This past year, DC III

Pearls members raised over $4,440 for
Team AKA – Rho Mu Omega Chapter for
the Komen Washington DC More Than Pink Walk.
In addition, a partnership was formed with the Capital
Breast Cancer Center and $200 was donated to the
Center for Mammogram Awareness efforts.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

 Building Your Economic Legacy, focuses on
emphasizing financial planning, asset
accumulation, and wealth building including
savings and investments, managing debt,
improving credit and the support of African-
American businesses. DC Pearls III members host
economic workshops to build financial literacy
among Washington, DC residents, and continue
to support Bright Beginnings, a childhood and
family learning center for families experiencing
homelessness in Washington, DC

The Arts! exposes students to arts enrichment and culture by focusing on visual
and performing arts and by showcasing talent through the exploration of writers,
entertainers and various other artists. We have partnered with The Musicianship
to develop this new area of focus.

  Global Impact, emphasizes programs that make an
international impact in underserved areas populated
with people of color, including collecting gently used

shoe donations to Soles4Souls, and eyeglass
donations in partnership with Lions Club International.
This past year, Rho Mu Omega collected 1,151 pairs

of shoes,343 eyeglasses
and a made a total of 142 pillowcase dresses.
    
DC Pearls III continues to sponsor the chapter's annual

Shred Day, an event that offers annual paper
shredding and electronic recycling event. This event is

open to all Washington, DC residents. This year,
150 residents dropped off items to be shredded, and

also donated over 400 pairs of shoes
and several pairs of eyeglasses.

FUNDING EVENTS

Debutante Cotillion & Pink Satin Pearls

Our 6th Biennial Pearl Ball Cotillion formally
introduced eleven young ladies into society
after completing a year long program of
interactive workshops, cultural outings, social
outings, community service, and fundraising to
earn their college scholarships.

Our 3rd season of incorporating Pink Satin Pearls
into our Pearl Ball Cotillion included 16 younger
ladies who held their own culminating luncheon
where Miss Pink Satin Pearl was crowned.

Treasured Pearl Raffle

We conducted our second Treasured Pearl
Raffle that continued on the momentum of fun
and engagement with three prize packages
ranging from $1,000 to $1,700, for total prize
values valued at nearly $4,000.

Jazz Brunch Auction

Our annual Jazz Brunch was our culminating
year-end event. Over 400 guests gathered to
bid on silent and live auctions, dined on a
scrumptious brunch, shopped from the
vendors and danced the afternoon away!
This year's event highlighted The Arts!, our
new community service program which
focused on culture.

CROWDFUNDING

FINANCIAL OPERATIONS

Income Summary Expenses Summary
(000's) (000's)

Fundraisers $129.8 Program Sponsorship $40.3
Member Assessments 8.3 Scholarships 24.0
Crowdfunding 3.0 Administrative 13.5
Member Scholarships 1.8 Member Scholarships 2.0
Other Income 0.4 Other Expenses 0.3

Total Income $143.3 Total Expenses $80.1

DONORS: MEMBERS

$1,000 Plus $500 Plus (cont'd) $200 Plus

Sharon Beverly-Gomillion Ty Brown Lewis Robyn Abrams-Tillman
Dianna Campbell Doris Browne Joyce Adair
Dorothy Carter-Anthony Johnine Clark Darlene Allen
Donna Davis Shayla Clark Melissa Allen
Arnitra Duckett Tracey Davis Chiquanna Anderson
Loretta Guile Jan Elston Erin Andrews
Jackie Hardy Sharon Falby Donna Armstrong
Holli Holliday Towanna Friend Nyesha Bailey
Lois Howerton Asya Heatley Angela Bell
Atiya Jackson Alesha Hernandez Carleta Belton
Brenda Jackson Tamara Holmes Tamika Beverly
Dana Lucas Lolita Hoover Glynic Black
Tyra Matthews Sheree Johnson Cydney Boone
Tamara McCants Treneisha Jones Gaston Sarah Bowers
Theresa McDougald Susan Leigh Thyra Brent
Blayre Redrick Daneka Lucas Alita Brown
Denise Reed Doxie McCoy Meg Brown
Saundra Roberts Penny Mitchell Dionne Calhoun
Valencia Rodgers Sandra Montgomery Averil Carraway
Gina Scott Sheri Montgomery Donna Carter
Shunita Seacrease Makeda Okola Pamela Carter-Coleman
Holli Townsend Sylvia O'Neal Arvenita Cherry
Shani Walker Katrice Pasteur Blessed Chuksorji-Keefe
Keysha Webb Tonya Robertson Stephanie Clark
Adriane Wise Teresa Scott Leslie Cooper
Angela Yancey Gayle Shuford Yolanda Cosby
Brenda Silvils Ashley Crenshaw
$500 Plus Angela Thompson Phyllis Cureton
Phyllis Throckmorton Thea Davis
Stephanie Allen Kimberly Troy Meritta Dawson
Reshawna Banks Mikyla Tuggle Dionne Dillard
Shawna Berry Perique Wimes Janice Dougherty
Cheryl Betts Karen Wingfield Alexandra Duncan
Felicia Brown

DONORS: MEMBERS

$200 Plus (cont'd) Jahnae McCoy Shercoda Smaw

Cipriana Eckford Tina McKnight Crystal Smith
Kashanna Fair
Wendy Featherson Caneka McNeil Sharelle Stagg
Pamela Fields-Ellis
Olette Fortune-McCoy Shirley Meadows Patrice Swift-Taylor
Carmella Gonzalez
Sandra Hagan Renee Merriman Harriett Thomas-
BriChelle Hall
Angela Hammond Phillippa Mezile Richmond
Khadijah Harvin
Kathleen Heck Brianna Mitchell Candice Townsend
Carla Hillery
Barbara Holt Streeter Brittany Monie Karen Townsend
Kanita Howard
Voncea Howerton Emilie Monroe Joan Turner
Kimbria Jackson
Allyson Jankowski Quinci Moody JoAnn Turner
Naima Jefferson
Jenea Johnson Dionne Moore Janet Walker
Lisa Johnson
Katrina Jones Renee Mott Roslyn Walker
Avis Jones-DeWeever
Monica Jordan LaWanda Musgrove Tracey Walker
Denise Keeling
Shari L. McCoy Susan Nelson LaVerne Wallace
Christina Lane
Nancy Lyons Joyce Nixon Tracey Ward
Shelia Maness
Tahia Marable Deborah Norton Antoinette Wells
Edwinda Marks-Castleberry
Kamilah Martin-Proctor Angela Page Sophoria Westmoreland
Ronnie Matthews
Veronica Matthewson Roz Parker Susan White

Tia Plunkett-McQueen Grace Whitmore-Moss

Sydney Porter LaDonia Wilkins

Monica Prince Alexis Williams

Bridget Reavis-Tyler Charice Williams

Stephanie Reliford Frankie Willis

Antonia Reynolds Rasheena Wilson

Kirsten Roach Robin Y. Rice

Karen Robinson Angela Young

Honor Roble Donica Young

Kimberly Rollins Patricia Young

Denise Roper Participation Rates
Mone' Ross

Janel Saunders 100% 92%
Charneta Scott
Journet Shaw Board of All
Directors Members

DONORS: PUBLIC

Organizations/Groups Lambda Beta of Rho Mu Omega
Love Greek
Advanced Eyecare Medical Center, PA Marshall Heights Community Development
DC Pearls III Board of Directors
Deborah Castro Foundation Organization, Inc.
Rho Mu Omega Fall Line 2016 Miller's Fur
Gamma - Spring 1986 The Lovely Lady Boutique
Hill Pediatric Dentistry Wayman DDS PC
Jack and Jill of America, Prince George's

County Chapter

$1,000 Plus $200 Plus (cont'd) $200 Plus (cont'd)

Elisabeth Betts Crystal Anderson Michelle Calhoun
Wayman Brown Cynthia Anderson Rachel Carey
Amy Espy-Smith Folas Anderson Barbara Carter-
E. Louise White Jacqueline Anderson Richardson
Minerva Sanders Kendrick Anderson Ronicsa Chambers
Karyn White Sanders Yvette Anderson Julian Chapman
Shedrick White Reginald Arno Kimberly Chapman
Peter Wilensky Michelle Bacchus Kellie Chatman
Claudette Winstead-Thomas Renicka Ball Pamela Chew Williams
Darryl Barnes Walter Clarke
$500 Plus Thomas Bateman Tynie Clemons
Harold Beatty Alicia Coffer
Wayne and Vickie Bryant Antoinette Bennett Dorothy Coleman
Gerri Beatty Deborah Berry Janet Corbitt
Jeff Brown Kirk Blackman Maria Cowan
Andrea Daniels Anita Bond Ashley Deadwyler-
Kamryn Guile Deborah Bonito Jones
Eduardo Jackson Quince Brinkley Laverne Dickens
Verlene Little Beverly Brown Soraya Dix
Zoie Little Debra Brown Marlene and Lewell
Stephanie Maddox Kim Brown Dortch
Vicki Moon Kimberly Brown LaCreda Drummond-
Christine Phillips Charlene Bruton Mondon
Crystal Robinson Margaret Bryant Rashid Rosemary Duffy
Shelby Thomas Bianca Bullock Joshua Edelman
Jerry Watkins Joseph Burgess Jonathan Elliott
Leslie Westbrook

DONORS: PUBLIC

$200 Plus (cont'd) $200 Plus (cont'd) $200 Plus (cont'd)

Laura Espy-Bell Ashley-Marie Julian Teresa Murray
Lynnette Espy-Williams SherNae Kay Brianne Nadeau
Andrea Evans Kishia Kegler Ruth Page-Rich
Rhonda Exum Ayanna Kelley-Stephens Oliver Patricia
Paula Fisher Kinshasa Kilgore Rashid Patterson
Dayna Fleming Karen Knox Bethune Patience Peabody
Nadine Fleming Eric Koenig Angela Perry
Daphne Forbes Venita Lane Louise Pyant
Regan Ford A Lawson Beverly Rampey
Valeria Ford Stephen Leonard Anthony Rankin
Shirley France Anita Lewis Valencia Rias-Winstead
Dr. Brent Frey Psyche Lewis Thelanie Robinson
Tiana Garrett-Cherry Gayle Lomax Kamryn Rodgers
Victor Gavin Angela Long Nicholas Rodgers
Sylvia Gilbert Taqiyy Ludd Patricia Rosier
Sandra Glover Brenda Baldwin Marshall  Rochelle Sargeant-
Kim Goings Hardy
Alex Grimes and Ulysses Marshall Lindsay Saunders
Karen Guile Theresa Mason Ford Jane Schench
Kevin Guile Marsha Mathis Latasha Scott
Joseph Hambrite Terence Matthews Barbara Seldon
Shonda Harmon Crystal McDonald Courtney Shari
LaTonya Hayes Crystal McKenzie Raquel Skinner
Michelle Hicks Herman McKinney Andrea Smith
Lawrence Hill Lafayette McKinney Diane Smith
Angela Holmes Bettye McKinnnay Taisha Smith
Douglas Ike Leroy McKnight Tina Smith
Pamela Jackson Phil Mendelson Keira Spriggs
Stephanie James Chisa Merriweather Otha Spriggs
Monique Jeffers Patrina Michelle Latanya Stewart
Janice Johnson Rita Miles Janice Stofer
Garlette Jordan June Mines LaTrice Moses
Tania Joline Joseph Korey Mitchell L Khadijah Muhammad
Cynthia Morris

DONORS: PUBLIC

$200 Plus (cont'd) 681
additional donors
Mattie Mumby
Hollie Taylor supported
Ronald Taylor our efforts
Ayodele Temple
Patricia C Thomas I have found that among its
Wendie Thomas other benefits, giving
Brandon Todd liberates the soul of the
Stacey Townsend giver.
Michon Trent
Shaundra Turner Jones Maya Angelou
Barbara Waits
Frank Walker We truly appreciate and thank our supporters for donating
Yatana Walker your time, talents, goods, services and funds in support of
Dee Ward-Harrington
Andrew J Webb our efforts to uplift and sustain our community.
Lauren Wells
GraTheryn Weston We are honored and humbled to be the recipient
J Arthur White of your generosity. We hope to have your continued
Robert White
Verice White support as we look forward to 2020.
Dawn Whitmore
Sherri Whittingham Please visit us often at www.dcpearlsiii.org
Carolyn Williams to stay engaged and empowered.
Jacqueline Williams
Stephanie Williams
Anissa Wilson
Donna Wilson
Doris Winstead
Vernon A. Winstead Jr
Lorise Wolfe
Milan Wolfe
Kimberly Young

DC Pearls III Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 91436

Washington, DC 20090
[email protected]

www.dcpearlsiii.org

Addressing the Charitable Needs for the Washington, D.C. Community.
DC Pearls III Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

Your contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.