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Your contribution demonstrates the importance of small acts of kindness and their ripple effect. We appreciate your support for internship and scholarship opportunities through DREF! https://igfn.us/form/hOW0Uw #GivingTuesday #DST1913

#GivingTuesday is a great way to show that a Gift of Giving can create social change. Make your contribution today to Create Possibilities and Improve Lives. No gift is too small. https://igfn.us/form/hOW0Uw #DST1913

Giving to support African American women in these challenging times can provide support and hope for those who need it the most. Through Advocacy and Action, your contribution will improve lives. We thank you! https://igfn.us/form/hOW0Uw #GivingTuesday #DST1913

Today marks the launch of the UNiTE campaign (11/25- 10/10) — an initiative of 16 days of activism concluding on International Human Rights Day. Join the global movement using #NoExcuse! For more information, visit: https://www.un.org/en/observances/ending-violence-against-women-day

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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.

DREF is partnering with the American Pharmacists Association Foundation (APhA) to conduct a national diabetes prevention program. Entitled Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention.

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.