Where much is given, much is required
Annual Sickle Cell Walk-a-Thon- The walk-a- thon is usually held in the fall. Prairie View Alumni has been supporting the Gulf Coast Sickle Cell Association for more than a decade. Testing is provided at no charge during the walk-a-thon.
Hoops for Foods- the chapters sponsors a basketball tournament on the campus of Prairie View A & M. The money generated from this event is used to purchase turkeys and other food items for Thanksgiving.
Toys for Tots- Members of our chapter donate their time, money, and energy during the Xmas season by volunteering at the Salvation Army. We assist with sorting toys, putting together bicycles, and whatever else is needed.
Adopt-A- Highway- PVA along with the Zeta Beta Chapter keeps their Highway in Waller County Klean on a monthly basis. Look for us on FM
1488
Personal Development Series- covers various topics from owning your own home or business, financial planning, estate planning, etc.
Guide Right
Kollege/Kareer Day- is part our Guide Right Program. The chapter conducts several workshops including, how to get into college (Admission Workshop), how to pay for college (Financial Aid Workshop) and how to succeed in college (College Orientation).
Kappa Kamp- is structured to provide activities that foster the spirit of team building, self respect, and respect for others. Kappa Kampers receive instruction in Math, Meteorology, and Astronomy. The kids enjoy their time at the Piney Woods Country Life School in Piney Woods, Mississippi. PVA goal is to always send at least one child per year from the Prairie View Area. Contact us if you and your child are interested.
Scholarship Gala- This is one of our biggest events. Revenues from the gala are used to fund our Harding L. Jones Scholarships. We have steadily increased the amount and number of recipients.
Waller Hoopers-The Nupes have sponsored the Spurs (2 Time Champions) for the last five to six years. Games are played on Saturday mornings.
Easter Egg Hunt-Both the Zeta Beta Chapter and PVA team up with other Greek organizations to put on an Easter hunt at the Prairie View Fire Station. Last year over two hundred fifty plus kids from the area participated.
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