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DREF collaboratively sponsors a summer internship program with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. In 2026, we are pleased to announce that our Stephanie Tubbs Jones Summer Intern will again experience working in congressional offices in our nation’s capital for a traditional eight-week period.  The application process has begun. Deadline for submission is January 30, 2026.  Click here https://deltafoundation.net/stj-summer-internship-program/ to learn more. #DST1913, #DREF, #StephanieTubbsJones, #CBC, #StudentSuccess, #PoliticalInternship

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DREF awards scholarship opportunities to student applicants entering college or continuing their academic programs. Students must meet both academic and community service requirements. Learn about application guidelines and submission dates.
The 2026-2027 Scholarship Applications are available now! Visit https://deltafoundation.net/scholarship-internship-opportunities/ to access and apply. #DST1913, #DREF, #Scholarships, #StudentSuccess

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Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) Announces 2026-2027 Grant Opportunities for Chapters. DREF will award Community Empowerment grants to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Chapters for programs that empower African American women and their families through economic uplift. Please visit https://deltafoundation.net/community-empowerment-grantmaking-program/ to learn more and apply. 
 #DST1913, #DREF, #CommunityEmpowerment, #GrantOpportunities.

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The DREF Board of Directors and Staff appreciates your Community-Driven Investment for #GivingTuesday. When you contribute to DREF you support  research, educational initiatives, and programs that uplift African American women and their families and we THANK YOU!  #DST1913, #DREF, #CreatingPossibilities, #ImprovingLives

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Have questions about your Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (DST) chapter working with DREF?  Send questions, scholarship and fund disbursement requests to DREF’s new chapter engagement e-mail address:  chapterengagement@deltafoundation.net  Please share across all DST chapters. #DST1913, #DREF, #DSTChapters

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There is still time to support the DREF #GivingTuesday campaign.  When we invest in each other, everyone rises. Join us TODAY and help strengthen our programs supporting. African American women and their families.  Visit igfn.us/form/R5fRrQ.  We appreciate your contribution. #DST1913, #DREF, #AfricanAmericanWomen, #GivingTuesday, #CommunityDriven

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Creating Possibilities…
Improving Lives

“Research Matters: Creating Possibilities to Achieve Health and Wellness for All of Us” focuses on outreach and education to African Americans about the significant role biomedical research plays in addressing health disparities.

As we continue to explore health equity issues, DREF is proud to partner with the Alzheimer’s Association. The three planned webinars are designed to increase awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia.

DREF awards scholarships and internship opportunities to student applicants entering college or continuing their academic programs. Students must meet both academic and community service requirements.

The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) supports DST Chapters, Individuals and Families by providing a comprehensive Financial Health & Wellness Webinar Series.

Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF)

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. established the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) as a public charity supporting scholastic achievement, public service programs, and research initiatives focused upon African American women.

VISION The DREF vision is to Create Possibilities and Improve Lives.

MISSION The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) identifies issues affecting Black women, their families, and communities of the African Diaspora globally, and creates solutions through research, programming, and funding in support of charitable and educational programs of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and other collaborative organizations.

Tracking address: Tracking code PcRichard-cfbcbh@hvest.deltafoundation.net Tracking Team (do not email this address - tracking purposes only)