About DSPI
Diamond State Pearls, Incorporated (DSPI) was established on December 16, 2010 as a non-profit organization according to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
The exclusive purpose of DSPI is to raise funds by offering a variety of fundraisers and appeals to individuals, corporations, and organizations. Funds raised by DSPI support the Sigma Zeta Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and community youth through scholarships.
Since its inception, DSPI has awarded more than $50,000 in academic scholarships and book awards.
“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members."
- Coretta Scott King
Our Mission
The objective of Diamond State Pearls, Inc. shall be to support programs that address the needs of the general community with special emphasis on services that address the areas of education, health, family, economics, and the arts.
Our Officers
Dana Mitchell
President
Renee Nelson
Treasurer / Fundraising Chair
Karen Knight
Chairman / SZO President
Shealese P. Russell-Reams
Vice President
Danyelle Dashiell
Financial Secretary
Lakiesha Lewis
Program Chairman
Dr. Rhoneise Barnett-Smith
Secretary
Lisa White
AKAette Chair
DSPI Board Members
aQuena Williams
Rose Porter
V. Sheryl Amore
Sherry Dorsey Walker