About Ivy Incorporated

Established in 2001 by the members Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Chi Omega Chapter, Ivy Incorporated is a 501(c) 3 IRS-designated charity formed to promote health and wellness, art enrichment, and educational opportunities for the citizens of Edgecombe and Nash counties in collaboration with the Chi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Our Mission:

To promote educational opportunities for the citizens of Edgecombe and Nash Counties. No person is excluded from services because of race, color, religion, sex, age national origin, or physical or mental disability.

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Our Story

Since its inception, Ivy Incorporated has remained committed to improving access to health care and health related resources, providing enriching experiences in the arts, and promoting continued learning through educational opportunities and post-secondary scholarships.

Dedicated to addressing health care disparities and increasing health and well-being outcomes for the citizens of Edgecombe and Nash counties, Ivy Incorporated has partnered with the Chi Omega chapter on several events aimed at promoting healthy living. Two such events include Relay for Life, which seeks to raise funds for cancer research, prevention, and supportive services, and Pink Goes Red, which raises awareness about heart disease in women, particularly with the African American community.

Propelled by the belief that the arts serve as a catalyst for increasing understanding and appreciation of history and culture, Ivy Incorporated has hosted various art and theatre endeavors to expand community cohesion. For many years, Ivy Incorporated has hosted numerous enriching events, to include the Boys Choir of Harlem, Jazz in The Gallery, and the Kids Day art contest.

Deeply committed to the promotion of lifelong learning and scholastic achievement, Ivy Incorporated prides itself on support to young women in Nash and Edgecombe counties towards achieving their educational goals. Since its inception, Ivy Incorporated has provided various scholarship opportunities towards supporting postsecondary education. In recent years, Ivy Incorporated has awarded well over $50,000 in scholarships to well deserving young ladies.