Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.
Gamma Delta Chapter
Richmond, VA
Est. November 27, 1954
Evelyn D. Wilkey National Youth Essay Contest
2024 National Essay Topic: “The Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education”
DEADLINE SUBMISSION – NOVEMBER 30, 2024
The National Essay Contest is open to all middle and high school students. Each chapter may sponsor a student in each of the categories, being sure to judge each within his/her correct age/school category. Each student will prepare her/his subject based on the National American Education Week theme or National Board selected theme based on relevant issues.
The winners will receive the following:
High School
~ Local ~
1st Place: $25.00
~ National ~
1st Place: $500.00
2nd Place: $250.00
3rd Place: $100.00
Middle School
~ Local ~
1st Place: $25.00
~ National ~
1st Place: $500.00
2nd Place: $250.00
3rd Place: $100.00
Essay Guidelines:
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Double-spaced typewritten pages (about 300-500 words)
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Submit your essay on 8 1/2 x 11-inch white copy paper (one original and three copies)
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All applications are accepted in the form of PDF document uploading using Google Form.
"Click here for application"
Fredda Witherspoon National Scholarship
DEADLINE SUBMISSION – JANUARY 5, 2025
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority awards scholarships for scholastic achievement to female graduating high school seniors wishing to pursue a college degree in business related fields. The National Scholarship is held annually. Judging criteria will include academic performance/achievement, career aspirations, demonstrated leadership, and financial need. Four $3000 regional scholarships and one $8000 national scholarship will be awarded annually. Contestants with the supervision of sponsoring chapters must email their applications to the National President Elect.
Essay Guidelines:
Provide a 300-500 word double-spaced typewritten autobiographical essay. See application for additional details.
A complete application package must be uploaded and submitted electronically using Google Form.
All submissions will be accepted in the form of a PDF document and applications typewritten.
All SIGNATURE and REGISTRATION FORMS MUST be completed and signed where required (pen and ink ONLY)
Future Iota Leaders (FIL) Scholarship
DEADLINE SUBMISSION- FEBRUARY 1, 2025
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. is proud to offer a one-time $1,000, FIL Scholarship. This scholarship offers financial support and is awarded to a deserving FIL, a high school senior, who will pursue a degree in a business-related field of study. The scholarship is for one year and will be sent directly to the college or university in which he/she attends.
The Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.’s Future Iota Leaders’ scholarship will be decided and announced in May. The winner will be selected based on their SAT/ACT scores as well as additional eligibility requirements as selected by Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.Judging criteria will include academic performance/achievement, career aspirations, demonstrated leadership, and financial need. A committee of non-partisan judges will judge all essays. All decisions of the judges are final. Contestants, with the supervision of sponsoring chapters must email their applications to the National President Elect.
Essay Guidelines:
Provide a 300-500 word double-spaced typewritten autobiographical essay.
A complete application package must be uploaded and submitted electronically using Google Form.
All submissions will be accepted in the form of a PDF document and applications typewritten.
All SIGNATURE and REGISTRATION FORMS MUST be completed and signed where required (pen and ink ONLY)
Dorthea N. Hornbuckle Memorial Scholarship
DEADLINE SUBMISSION – MARCH 1, 2025
Each year, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. will award the Dorethea N. Hornbuckle Memorial Scholarship (DNHMS) to a graduating high school student or a continuing college student, who graduated from high school within the past 4 years, enabling them to pursue or continue academic studies in the field of business, business administration, science, or engineering at an institution of higher learning of their choice located in the United States of America.
The DNHMS is a one-time award that provides a college scholarship up to $3,000 for the academic year for students pursuing a degree at a four-year institution. Upon receipt of enrollment verification, the scholarship will be awarded and made payable to the recipient’s educational institution.
Essay Guidelines:
Provide a 300-500 word double-spaced typewritten autobiographical essay. See application for additional details.
A complete application package must be uploaded and submitted electronically using Google Form.
All submissions will be accepted in the form of a PDF document and applications typewritten.
All SIGNATURE and REGISTRATION FORMS MUST be completed and signed where required (pen and ink ONLY)
Alice P. Allen Scholarship
DEADLINE SUBMISSION – MARCH 1, 2025
The Alice P. Allen National Scholarship is named in honor of Iota’s second National President (1946-1950). This $2,000 scholarship is to be awarded to a teenage mother desiring to further her education beyond high school. Judging criteria will include academic performance, demonstrated leadership, career aspirations and financial need. Applicant, with the supervision of sponsoring chapter, must email completed application packet to the National President Elect.
Essay Guidelines:
Provide a 300-500 word double-spaced typewritten autobiographical essay. See application for additional details.
A complete application package must be uploaded and submitted electronically using Google Form.
All submissions will be accepted in the form of a PDF document and applications typewritten.
All SIGNATURE and REGISTRATION FORMS MUST be completed and signed where required (pen and ink ONLY)
Gamma Delta Chapter Scholarship
Dorothy B. Lee Scholarship
DEADLINE SUBMISSION – MARCH 31, 2025
Gamma Delta Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. located in Richmond, VA, is pleased to announce the 2025 Dorothy B. Lee Scholarship that will be awarded to a graduating female or male high school student who plans to enter the field of business and/or other professions. The winner of the scholarship will be awarded $1,000 and notified in May.
A complete application package must be uploaded and submitted electronically using Google Form.
All submissions will be accepted in the form of a PDF document and applications typewritten.
All SIGNATURE and REGISTRATION FORMS MUST be completed and signed where required (pen and ink ONLY)
Anna J. Steen National Scholarship
Gamma Delta Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. located in Richmond, Virginia is pleased to announce the 2025 Anna J. Steen Scholarship that is awarded to a graduating female high school student who plans to enter the field of business and/or other professions. The highly competitive award is conducted by the Eastern Region of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., and administered through the local chapters. Contestants with the supervision of sponsoring chapters must mail their applications to the National President Elect. The winner of the scholarship will be awarded $1,000 and notified in May.
All applications are accepted in the form of PDF document uploading using Google Form.