named programs · 8 · from sources
what they call their work
Community Service Opportunities
Engages members in altruistic activities through national philanthropies, Girl Scouts of the USA and Prevent Child Abuse America.
Educational Meetings
Chapter meetings provide an organized way for members to stay informed, set goals, make decisions, and learn new skills.
Girl Scouts of the USA Partnership
Members serve as mentors and volunteers, reinforcing values and hosting confidence-building programs and educational events for Girl Scouts.
Internships
Offers unique internship opportunities at the Georgia O’Keeffe in Santa Fe, NM, the orthopaedic laboratory at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN, and Prevent Child Abuse America in Chicago, IL.
Leadership Opportunities
Provides members with various chapter roles and skill development to foster leadership.
New Member Program
A six-week program for new members to learn about Kappa Delta, receive academic guidance, and find support from sisters.
Prevent Child Abuse America Partnership
Supports child abuse prevention efforts through fundraising events (Shamrock events) and donations, aiming to strengthen families and improve children's lives.
Scholarships
The Kappa Delta Foundation awards over $600,000 annually to support members' education.
activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 6
- Community engagement programs with girls Girls' Life Skills & Leadership DevelopmentKappa Delta members engage with over 14,000 girls annually through confidence-building programs, educational events, and campus tours in partnership with Girl Scouts. Activities are hosted by both collegiate and alumnae chapters.
- Confidence-building outreach for girls Girls' Life Skills & Leadership DevelopmentEngages over 14,000 girls annually through confidence-building programs, educational events, and campus tours in partnership with Girl Scouts and other youth groups.
- Confidence-building outreach programs for girls Girls' Life Skills & Leadership DevelopmentEngages over 14,000 girls annually through confidence-building programs, educational events, and campus tours in partnership with Girl Scouts and other initiatives.
- Fundraising for child abuse prevention Shamrock Fundraising Events for Child Abuse PreventionHosts annual Shamrock events in communities nationwide to raise funds for child abuse prevention, contributing to over $35 million in donations to date.
- Fundraising for child abuse prevention Shamrock Fundraising Events for Child Abuse PreventionHosts annual Shamrock events in communities nationwide to raise funds for child abuse prevention, contributing to over $35 million in donations to this cause.
- Fundraising for child abuse prevention via Shamrock events Shamrock Fundraising Events for Child Abuse PreventionHosts annual Shamrock events in communities nationwide to raise funds for child abuse prevention, contributing to over $35 million in donations to date.
capacity building · 3
- Leadership and personal development programs for women Leadership Training for Chapter OfficersOffers ongoing support for leadership development, personal growth, academic success, and community service for over 275,000 members. Provides experiences that build confidence and foster lifelong friendship among women.
- Leadership and personal development programs for women Leadership Training for Chapter OfficersOffers support for leadership development, personal growth, academic success, and community service for over 275,000 members through structured chapter experiences.
- Leadership and personal development programs for women Leadership Training for Chapter OfficersOffers ongoing support for leadership development, personal growth, academic success, and community service for over 275,000 members through structured chapter-based experiences.
strategies · 15
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.
- Child abuse prevention to strengthen families and confidence child abuse prevention unique to this orgThe organization works to improve children's lives and strengthen families by preventing child abuse, recognizing its damaging effects on confidence and long-term well-being.
- Child abuse prevention to strengthen families and support healthy development unique to this orgThe organization works to improve children's lives and strengthen families by actively preventing child abuse, recognizing its detrimental effects on confidence and well-being as a key intervention point.
- Child abuse prevention to strengthen families and support healthy development child abuse prevention unique to this orgFocuses on preventing child abuse as a means to improve children’s lives and strengthen families, recognizing the foundational role of safety and well-being in building confidence.
- Community impact through national philanthropy engagement philanthropy-driven engagement unique to this orgMembers engage in national philanthropies to promote altruism and community action, with the dual purpose of serving others and building confidence in both recipients and participants.
- Community impact through national philanthropy engagement philanthropy-driven engagement unique to this orgChannels altruism into community action via participation in national philanthropies, aiming to build confidence in both members and beneficiaries through service.
- Leadership development through experiential chapter roles experiential leadership development unique to this orgDevelops leadership skills in members by providing hands-on experience through chapter leadership positions and structured skill-building opportunities.
- Leadership development through experiential chapter roles unique to this orgMembers develop leadership capabilities by actively serving in chapter positions and engaging in skill-building opportunities, which are structured to promote real-world leadership growth.
- Leadership development through experiential chapter roles experiential leadership development unique to this orgMembers develop leadership skills by actively participating in chapter leadership positions and structured skill-building opportunities, fostering growth through hands-on experience.
- Lifelong friendship as foundation for personal growth lifelong friendship model unique to this orgUses lifelong friendships among members as a core mechanism to build confidence, inspire action, and foster personal development.
- Lifelong friendship as foundation for personal growth lifelong friendship model unique to this orgThe organization leverages lifelong friendships among members to foster confidence, personal development, and inspired action, viewing these relationships as a core mechanism for transformation.
- Lifelong friendship as foundation for personal growth lifelong friendship model unique to this orgThe organization leverages lifelong friendships among members to build confidence and inspire action, using these relationships as a core mechanism for personal development.
- Mentorship to instill leadership and character in youth unique to this orgBy mentoring Girl Scouts and similar youth groups, members reinforce core values such as honesty, integrity, and leadership, aiming to develop courage, confidence, and character in younger individuals.
- Service-based altruism to build confidence in self and others unique to this orgThrough national philanthropies and community service, the organization cultivates altruism and civic engagement, with the intentional outcome of building confidence both in members and in the populations they serve.
- Youth mentorship to build character and confidence youth mentorship model unique to this orgBy serving as mentors and volunteers for programs like Girl Scouts, members instill values such as honesty, integrity, and leadership in young people, directly contributing to their courage, confidence, and character development.
- Youth mentorship to build character and leadership youth mentorship model unique to this orgMentors young girls, particularly through partnerships with organizations like the Girl Scouts, to instill values such as honesty, integrity, and leadership, thereby building courage and confidence in youth.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$313K
Contributions & grants$4K1%
Program service revenue$331K106%
Investment income$840%
Other revenue$-23K
expenses
Total expenses$327K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$7K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$182K
Cash$177K
Investments$0
Liabilities$198
Net assets$182K
Liquid reserves6.5 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +253.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
board members · 8
- DELANEY STULCE — VP LEARNING
- HANNAH BERRYMAN — VP FINANCE
- JILLIAN COTE — VICE PRESDEN
- KATHRYN FRANCIS — VP RECRUITME
- KYLEEN LIPINSKI — VP EVENTS &
- NICOLE DAVIS — PRESIDENT
- OLIVIA SCHUMANN — VP INCLUSION
- TAYLOR MCBRIDE — PANHELLENIC
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Georgia O’Keeffe Partner — Provides internship opportunities for members.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Is a national philanthropy.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — National philanthropy partner since 1998.
- Kappa Delta Foundation Funder — Awards scholarships to support members' education and is supported by commemorative brick purchases.
- Prevent Child Abuse America Partner — Proud supporter since 1981, founded by a Kappa Delta sister.
- Prevent Child Abuse America Partner — Provides internship opportunities and is a national philanthropy.
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center Partner — Provides internship opportunities in its orthopaedic laboratory.