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2012 Scholarship Reception: Students Awarded $17,000 in College Scholarships

Jennifer Turner — 2012-05-18 19:48:00 -0400

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. in conjunction with Rho Zeta Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., awarded 12 young ladies from Cobb County and Marietta City High Schools with $17,000 in scholarships to the colleges of their choice. These young ladies were honored at our annual scholarship reception on Saturday, May 12 at The Home Depot Support Center.

The recipients were given the opportunity to share where they will be attending college, what they will be majoring in, and any other information they chose to share. Each of the recipients eloquently thanked their parents, the sorority, and the PEARL Foundation for their love, support, and encouragement. Marvin Ellison, Executive Vice President of US Stores, The Home Depot, gave greetings and addressed the scholarship recipients: “As you begin charting this course in your life, remember three things: surround yourselves with good people; have a plan – project who and where you want to be in ten years; and always put God first in your life – have a foundation in something larger than yourself that you can believe in and connect to.”

2012-2013 College Prep Club Applications Available -Due May 11, 2012 (Postmarked)

Jennifer Turner — 2012-05-01 13:27:00 -0400

The PEARL Foundation in conjunction with the Rho Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., (Cobb County) will be sponsoring the College Prep Club for female students in grades 9-12 who attend a Cobb County or Marietta City high school. A variety of informative and interesting seminars will be conducted. These seminars focus on the college admissions process, financial aid, college entrance exams and the college experience. The culmination of the program will be a trip to visit a Historically Black College or University. It is expected that students participating in this group attend the College Prep sessions planned by the sorority, complete at least 15 hours of community service over the summer break, participate in a group community service project during the school year and complete other assigned activities throughout the program year.

Students interested in applying to become a member of the College Prep Club, must complete the application and return it postmarked by Friday, May 11, 2012. Applications received after the postmark date will not be accepted.

Click below to obtain a copy of the application:

2012-2013 College Prep Club Application

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. Receives the Creating Community Award

Gloria Nichols — 2012-03-01 20:50:00 -0500

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners and the Cobb Community Relations Council has named The PEARL Foundation, Inc. and the Rho Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. as one of four recipients of the annual Creating Community Awards.

The purpose of these awards is to recognize an individual, team or organization that has done something unique in making a positive contribution to the inclusion of any of the diverse communities in Cobb County. Those groups could be identified as race/ethnicity, age/generational, religious, disabled or handicapped, gender, etc.

The purpose of the awards is not only to recognize good works in the county, but also to provide a model and inspiration for the rest of the Cobb community.

Commissioners each receive nominations from their districts. Recipients are chosen by a five member evaluation panel, which is separate from the board of the Community Relations Council.

Awards will be presented on March 15, 2012 at the council's award dinner at Piedmont Church in Marietta, Georgia.

2012 Scholarship Application Now Available (Postmark Due Date -Feb 24, 2012)

Jennifer Turner — 2012-01-31 10:16:00 -0500

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., founded in 1908 as the first African-American Greek-letter sorority, promotes high scholastic and ethical standards. Since 1987, the North Suburban Atlanta Chapter, Rho Zeta Omega, has actively supported the community through various service projects. One of our annual projects includes awarding college scholarships to talented area students. The PEARL Foundation, Inc., in conjunction with Rho Zeta Omega Chapter will award 2012 scholarships based on the following criteria:

Applicant must be an African-American female who resides in Cobb County and attends a Cobb County High School or Marietta High School
Applicant must be in the graduating class of 2012
Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
Applicant must have demonstrated leadership ability in the school and community
Applicant must have participated in community service projects
Applicant must show financial need
Applicant must be available for an interview with the Scholarship committee

All applications should be mailed to the address included on the application and must be postmarked by Friday, February 24, 2012, no exceptions! In order to be considered for a scholarship, the following items must be included with the application:

Current official student transcript that includes the most recent grades
Two recommendation forms
500-word essay, double-spaced and typed

2012 Scholarship Flyer

2012 Scholarship Application

2012 Scholarship Recommendation Form

“An Intimate Evening of Jazz and Dance” Fundraiser

Gloria Nichols — 2011-12-05 00:27:00 -0500

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. and the Rho Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., held its signature fundraising event, An Intimate Evening of Jazz and Dance on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at The Twelve Atlantic Station.

Jennifer Turner, President of Rho Zeta Omega and Gloria Nichols, President of The PEARL Foundation, Inc. greeted guests and thanked them for their continued support. The Home Depot was presented the Visionary award in recognition of a $10,000 donation to The Pearl Foundation. Mr. Marvin Ellison, Executive Vice President of US Stores accepted the award on behalf of The Home Depot. Don Johnson of State Farm Insurance, Wells Fargo Foundation, and Publix also received special recognition during the evening for their support of the annual fundraising event.

Proceeds from the annual fundraiser benefit our community outreach programs in Cobb County, enabling The PEARL Foundation, Inc. and Rho Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to continue to implement our community service initiatives.

A heartfelt thanks to our corporate sponsors and to everyone that contributed to the success of our annual fundraiser.

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. Honored by Gift from Wells Fargo at Days of Giving Event

Gloria Nichols — 2011-11-16 17:07:00 -0500

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. was honored by Wells Fargo with a $1,000 grant at the company’s Days of Giving celebration at the Mansour Center in Marietta on Nov. 8, 2011. The donation to The PEARL Foundation, Inc. is among contributions to 234 groups to non-profits across Georgia made at community events. The program is in its third year in Atlanta.

“A hallmark of Wells Fargo is local decision-making and local involvement,” said Jim Lawrence, community bank president for the area. “Through Days of Giving we’re helping groups that are making a difference in local communities.” According to Mr. Lawrence, The PEARL Foundation, Inc. was selected by frontline employees of the company for the honor.

Across Atlanta, Wells Fargo has more than 5,000 employees and serves customers at nearly 200 bank locations. Added Lawrence, “We know the needs continue to be great across our area, especially now. This is a way to help more people and more groups that we haven’t been able to reach in the past.”

These unrestricted dollars will allow The PEARL Foundation, Inc. to continue to make a difference in the Cobb County community. We are proud to welcome Wells Fargo as a supporter and community partner!

Todd Ash, Wells Fargo's Sprayberry Branch Manager presents $1000 donation to Gloria Nichols, President of the Board of Directors of The PEARL Foundation, Inc. at the Days of Giving Event on Nov. 8, 2011

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Rho Zeta Omega Chapter Join the Fight Against Human Trafficking

Gloria Nichols — 2011-09-01 09:55:00 -0400

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Rho Zeta Omega Chapter are joining the fight against Human Trafficking, and will sponsor an awareness seminar in Marietta, GA. Human Trafficking is a crime against humanity. It involves an act of recruiting, transporting, transferring, harboring or receiving a person through a use of force, coercion or other means, for the purpose of exploiting them.

Every year, thousands of men, women and children fall into the hands of traffickers in the United States and abroad, even in the Metro-Atlanta areas. A group of concerned citizens, community leaders and politicians will come together to talk about this crime, what’s happening in our communities and how we can help combat this crime against our children and other loved ones.

During the seminar, the history of sex trafficking will be discussed along with how to recognize victims, the Senate Bills, the authority to intervene and who should be contacted. A special presentation from a former victim will also be presented. The seminar will be held at Zion Baptist Church, 165 Lemon St, Marietta GA, near the square, on September 15, at 6:30 PM.

Dine at Sweet Tomatoes (Barrett Pkwy) on June 30, 2011

Jennifer Turner — 2011-06-28 09:56:00 -0400

The PEARL Foundation Inc. in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, Rho Zeta Omega chapter invites members, supporters, patrons, friends and family to help raise funds for Heifer International by dining at Sweet Tomatoes (Barrett Pkwy location) on Thursday, June 30, 2011 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Print out the attached flyer, take to Sweet Tomatoes and 15% of your check will be donated to PEARL Foundation Inc. for Heifer International.

Date: Thursday, June 30, 2011

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Barrett Sweet Tomatoes, 1125 Ernest Barrett Pkwy., Kennesaw, GA 30144

Directions: http://sweettomatoes.com/locations/restaurant.aspx?store_id=58&store_name=Barrett

Heifer International’s mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and care for the earth. By giving families a hand-up, not just a hand-out, they empower them to turn lives of hunger and poverty into self-reliance and hope. With gifts of livestock and training, Heifer helps families improve their nutrition and generate income in sustainable ways. To learn more about Heifer International go to http://www.heifer.org

Don't forget to print the flyer below:

Sweet Tomatoes Flyer -June 30, 2011

Dine at California Pizza Kitchen on June 25, 2011

Jennifer Turner — 2011-06-20 14:53:00 -0400

The PEARL Foundation Inc. in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, Rho Zeta Omega chapter invites members, supporters, patrons, friends and family to help raise funds for Heifer International by dining at California Pizza Kitchen on June 25, 2011 from 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Print out the attached flyer, take to California Pizza Kitchen and 20% of your check will be donated to PEARL Foundation Inc. for Heifer International.

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2011

Time: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

California Pizza Kitchen

4250 Roswell Road

Marietta, GA 30062

Corner of Roswell Road and Johnson Ferry

Website: http://www.cpk.com/location/pine-straw-ga

Heifer International’s mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and care for the earth.

By giving families a hand-up, not just a hand-out, they empower them to turn lives of hunger and poverty into self-reliance and hope. With gifts of livestock and training, Heifer helps families improve their nutrition and generate income in sustainable ways. To learn more about Heifer International go to http://www.heifer.org

Don't forget to print out the Flyer:

California Pizza Kitchen Flyer

College Scholarships awarded to 11 Seniors from Cobb County and Marietta High Schools

Gloria Nichols — 2011-06-10 17:23:00 -0400

The PEARL Foundation, Inc., in conjunction with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Rho Zeta Omega Chapter, has awarded $15,000 in scholarships to seniors from Cobb County and Marietta City high schools. The 2011 scholarship recipients were recognized during a Scholarship Reception on May 14, 2011. The scholarship recipients’ families and members of the Cobb County School Board, PEARL Foundation and Sorority joined in the celebration.

The scholarship recipients include: Brianna Little (Founders’ Scholarship), Brianna Moses and Amber Wimberly of South Cobb; DeMicha Luster, Nadia Ogene and Christina Smith of Sprayberry; Elizabeth Cleaves and T’Keyah Duke of Marietta; Jamiya Brinson of Pebblebrook; Mariah Nuckles of Osborne; and Gabrielle Sims of Hillgrove.

Since 1988, more than $183,000 has been awarded to local students. In keeping with the Sorority’s ideals of high scholastic achievement, the scholarship program is designed to support and encourage students to pursue a college education.

Atlanta Braves Players Donate 25 Tickets to The PEARL Foundation, Inc.

Gloria Nichols — 2011-04-24 18:26:00 -0400

As part of the "Reach Out, Be Our Guest Program", Atlanta Braves players Tim Hudson, Chipper Jones, Brian McCann, Scott Linebrink and Martin Prado donated 25 tickets to The PEARL Foundation, Inc.

May is National Foster Care Month. In support of the Youth Aging Out of Foster Care Program, the tickets will be donated to the youth to attend the May 28th, 2011 Atlanta Braves baseball game.

Angela Bowers-Ervin, Chairman of the Social Justice and Human Rights Committee will coordinate the trip to the Braves game. She was instrumental in establishing The PEARL Foundation, Inc. as a community partner with the Atlanta Braves "Reach Out, Be Our Guest Program".

As a member of the "Reach Out, Be Our Guest Program", we will write a thank you letter to the Atlanta Braves players for the use of the tickets, have the youth write thank you letters to the players, and take a photo of the group while at the game. The letters and the photo will be sent to the Atlanta Braves organization.

Gloria Nichols

President

The PEARL Foundation Announces 2011 Fundraiser

Jennifer Turner — 2011-03-08 16:45:00 -0500

The PEARL Foundation, Inc. in conjunction with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, Rho Zeta Omega chapter announces its 2011 Fundraiser, "An Intimate Evening of Jazz and Dance." The fundraiser which benefits community programs and scholarships will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 7:00 PM EST at the Twelve Hotel at Atlantic Station. Tickets for the fundraiser are $65 each. To learn about corporate sponsorship opportunities or to purchase tickets to the fundraiser, email info@thepearlfoundationga.org.

2011 Intimate Evening of Jazz Informational Flyer