Corporate Name
The Fraternity’s full corporate name is Delta Lambda Phi National Social Fraternity. In most cases, however, it is shortened to Delta Lambda Phi.
Founding Information
Delta Lambda Phi was founded by Vernon L. Strickland, III, on October 15, 1986 in Washington, DC.
Tax Status
Delta Lambda Phi is organized as a non-profit corporation under District of Columbia law for social and recreational purposes. As such, it is exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)7 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Mission
As a non-profit organization, Delta Lambda Phi is organized for social and recreational purposes. More specifically, the Fraternity’s purposes also include enhancing the quality of life among gay, bisexual and progressive men by providing dignified and purposeful social, service and recreational activities.
Structure
Delta Lambda Phi is modeled after other collegiate Greek societies. It has a formal pledging process, a coat of arms, a fraternity pin, a national convention and chapter programs that conform to National Interfraternity Council policies.
The Fraternity maintains its national office in Washington, DC. It is governed by an elected nine-member board of directors between annual conventions. Conventions are held annually and provide the board of directors and chapter leadership an opportunity to review Fraternity policies, attend leadership and educational seminars and socialize.
Chapters and colonies are located throughout the United States and Canada.
