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Keep up with the latest news from the Delta Teacher Efficacy Campaign, T.A.G. (Teachers Advocating to lead Great Change) initiative.

DREF awards scholarships and internships 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 date.

In the 2019-20 edition of PHILLIS: The Journal for Research on African American Women, DREF revisits the theme- “The African American Woman and Poverty: The Intersectionality of Economics, Education, and Health.” More than a decade ago, DREF initially addressed the topic: “The Impact of Poverty and Race on African American Women” in its scholarly publication.

Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchase to the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) whenever you shop on AmazonSmile.

Wednesday, May 6, 2015 is “Educators Unite Day” all over the country. It is a time for every community to celebrate teachers as change agents along with parents and other education supporters who motivate students to learn and achieve. Order your tee shirt before Monday, April 27.

The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) is Standing Firm for Clean Hands. We are asking YOU to join us. The COVID-19 pandemic inspired the launch of the DREF Clean Hands Campaign. Our goal is to help African American women, their families, and the most vulnerable people in our communities to stay safe and protected.

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak crisis, the Delta Research and Educational Foundation will operate in telework mode, until further notice. During this period, all staff members will be working remotely and will be available via email and/or telephone between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM (EST), Monday through Friday. Calls to the main office number (202-347-1337) will rollover to staff telephones. Click on the subject line to learn more.

DREF will award scholarships to student applicants entering college or continuing their academic programs. The applications must be submitted to DREF no later than March 23, 2021. Learn about application guidelines and the submission requirements by clicking on the subject line.

The Board of Directors of the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) is pleased to announce the selection of Cheryl M. Thomas, CPA, as its Interim Executive Director. Ms. Thomas will lead the Foundation’s daily operation, effective January 4, 2021. In previous years, she served DREF as a Financial Consultant. As the Interim Executive Director, she is responsible for supervising the staff, managing the development and program initiatives, and serving as liaison to the Board of Directors.