Chapter Signature Programs

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter programs are strongly inspired by our founding principles. It is the goal of our programs to enlighten, empower and encourage our participants. Our programs & initiatives can be categorized in three segments ZTZ Signature Programs, National Programs & National Partnerships.

Annual Finer Womanhood Scholarship and Awards Luncheon ~ is our signature program that awards scholarships to Chicagoland area high school students. In our 44 years, we have give out over 90 scholarships to collage bound youth. During this event, we present four additional awards: Woman of the Year, Zeta of the Year, Amicae of the Year, and Archonette of the Year. The Woman of the Year award is given to an individual who is a driving force within her community and profession. The other three awards are given to members of the organization in honor of their outstanding service and support to the chapter.

Annual Chapter Founders Day Celebration ~ is held during January, the month in which our prestigious organization was founded. In honor of our five Pearls (Founders), ZTZ chapter members are presented with awards based upon the following principles: Scholarship, Sisterly Love, Service, Longevity and Finer Womanhood.

The Annual Teen Summit ~ is held in the fall at our Chicago Youth Group meeting locations. Various speakers are invited to address topics that are relevant to today’s youth. Participants are encouraged to give feedback and are presented with information and gifts.

Annual Taste of Zeta Tau Zeta ~ this is a event that showcases the culinary skills of our chapter members, Amicae and other guests. The best dishes are voted on by attendees1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons are given to the winners. Good times and great food makes this event a must-attend!!

National Programs

Zeta Tau Zeta delivers groundbreaking programs developed by our National Headquarters. Our widely known initiative is ZHOPE (Zetas Helping Other People to Excel through Mind, Body and Spirit). This program was developed by our 22nd Grand President, Barbara C. Moore. ZHOPE raises awareness of issues plaguing our communities and encourages its participants to seek self-preservation. ZHOPE has customized topics to fit any age and gender: men, women, children and the elderly.

Knowledge is power and Zeta holds scholarship in high regards. The National Educational Foundation (NEF) is a catalyst within Zeta to promote continuing education. The NEF provides scholarships to well- deserving members and students to help them achieve their educational goals.

In 1970 under International President Isabel M. Herson, Zeta partnered with the March of Dimes to educate young mothers on the importance of regular doctor’s visits and nutrition while awaiting the birth of their little ones. Upon the completion of the Stork’s Nest program, the mothers are given a baby shower and items to assist with the homecoming of their baby. This program has proven to reduce the number of premature births and continues to be one of Zeta’s signature programs.

In 2010, our 23rd Grand President, Sheryl P. Underwood implemented Health Justice Program by saying “we will continue” to explain the health care initiative. Not willing to sit by and let many suffer from inadequate healthcare, Zeta Phi Beta has joined the fight with President Barack Obama in hosting Healthcare Reform Town Hall meetings. Zeta felt it was necessary to participate in this initiative, due to the large amounts of negative press and confusion surrounding the reform. With increasing health care costs and insurance companies denying its members vital healthcare, it is evidenced that non-insured patients contribute to the national deficit derived from emergency room visits. Equipped with medical and legal professionals, Zeta works to drive home the importance of acquit healthcare to the masses.

National Partnerships

When two or more come together in prayer, great things happen!! The same is true when Zeta partners with other national programs. Listed below are the organizations that Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has on-going partnerships:

American Diabetes Association American Cancer Society American Lung Association American Red Cross Black Women's Health Imperative Howard Thurman Educational Trust Leadership Conference of Civil Rights March of Dimes NAACP National Council of Women of the U.S.A. National Council of Negro Women

National Medical Association National Pan-Hellenic Council National Political Congress of Black Women Office of Minority Health (Healthy People 2010) SIDS Foundation The Black Women's Agenda The Tom Joyner Foundation The Washington Center Urban League United Nations United Negro College Fund