OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY Theta Alpha Chapter PROGRAMS/PLAN OF ACTION Roderick Cohen for Basileus

PLAN OF ACTION Theta Alpha chapter has the opportunity to utilize our successful social action programs to push our overall goals to another level. This proposal will show how a 12 month calendar of programmatic partnerships can help us reach our stated objective of improving the quality of life for Black Americans. Roderick Cohen for Basileus

PLAN OF ACTION I would like to suggest a 12 month calendar divided into four (4) themes, one for each of our Founders: These four themes would include Economic Development, Health Awareness, Political Literacy,and Educational Advancement. Roderick Cohen for Basileus

PLAN OF ACTION We would plan related activities in 3 month themes around each of these points. What we have to offer is access to minority communities that other agencies/organizations find difficult to mobilize and serve. The requirement on our part is that each Brother recognize and accept their unique role in making these program work. Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan-Health Awareness November Nutritional awareness workshop/community health screenings with pledges to prepare healthy Thanksgiving meals. December 2010-Hypertension/Diabetes/Cancer awareness forum, with presentations from physicians, insurance companies, and community leaders January 2011-State Farm 50 million pound challenge, offered as a competition with other chapters in the North Texas area Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan-Economics February Financial Freedom Workshop, including debt reduction information, personalized financial planning, and economic literacy March 2011-Grantwriting and nonprofit development seminar, including step by step instruction on establishing a 501 ©3 and public and private grant development and fundraising April Tax preparation assistance and investment club forum Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan-Politics May voter registration drive at Dallas area high schools, registering seniors before graduation/voter education strategies June 2011-public forum for candidates for local, state, and federal offices, with information seminar for those who may be interested in running in future elections. July In honor of the centennial celebration, we will host a local reception for those Brothers who will be able to make the trip to DC and the community at large. The suggested theme: 100 years of Omega Excellence Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan-Education August 2011-a back to school supply drive with motivational speakers September College preparation workshop incorporating standardized test preparation and scholarship planning, and a special workshop for student-athletes October A “Salute to Teachers” reception with a “Kincade Award” to a male teacher making a difference in the lives of their students. Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan What is unique about this program is that ALL 12 programs will be done in concert with any and all organizations willing to support our causes with their resources. The purpose is to establish our credibility in fundraising/grantwriting circles in order that we can utilize our foundation to apply for funds to reinvigorate our community. Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan These events will not supplant any of our mandated programs, and will give our public relations officers the opportunity to make announcements well in advance of these events. Furthermore, we will be able to call smaller segments of the chapter to lead during the three month window that best matches their passions and professional experiences. Roderick Cohen for Basileus

Action Plan potential collaborative partners Metroplex OPP graduate and undergraduate chapters “Divine 9” graduate and undergraduate chapters NAACP Urban League League of Women Voters National Council of Economic Education DFW Association of Black Communicators National Black MBA Association Urban Financial Services Coalition National Association of Black Social Workers JL Turner Legal Association Metroplex Council of Black College Alumni Associations United Negro College Fund Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce American Heart Association American Diabetes Association American Cancer Society American Red Cross Coaches vs. Cancer The Grantsmanship Center Dallas Ministerial Alliance Local Businesses/corporations with community action extensions-State Farm, Texas Instruments, EDS, American Airlines…. Roderick Cohen for Basileus