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DREF's theme for 2024-2025 is Aligning Advocacy and Action! We encourage all who are eligible to take action by contributing to the #CombinedFederalCampaign. Select the DREF #CFC number 11213 to help us #CreatePossibilities and #ImproveLives!

September is Historically Black College and University Month! 👩🏾‍🎓

"DREF, your generous contributions have significantly impacted the educational journeys and personal growth of numerous HBCU students, many of whom struggle to find the necessary resources to fund their education.…

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DREF Research Matters for All of Us is proud to announce that we will be attending the @CBCFInc 53rd Annual Legislative Conference 🤎🖤 along with @allofusjourney !

We’re excited to be a part of the movement that amplifies Black voices and transforms visions into victories.…

DREF's offices will be closed tomorrow, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, September 3 at 9am ET.

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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.

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.