ZBL Foundation (ZBLF)
ZBLF Board of Directors
Finding Inspiration at Every Turn
Zeta Beta Lambda Foundation's (ZBLF) board of directors is a group of individuals responsible for overseeing the organization's activities, setting its strategic direction, and ensuring its compliance with legal and ethical standards.
The ZBLF board of directors plays a critical role in guiding and stewarding the foundation, ensuring that it remains true to its mission, operates effectively, and makes a meaningful impact in its areas of focus.
Our Story
In the late 1990s, a group of new Alpha members eager to support their chapter sought donations from their respective companies to bolster the scholarship program. However, they faced a hurdle: corporate donations could only be directed to 501c(3) non-profits, not directly to the fraternity. Potential donors were keen on securing tax benefits. Mr. Vernon Freeman, recognizing the need for a strategic approach, stepped up to the challenge. Leveraging his position on the board of a non-profit organization, he spearheaded the establishment of the ZBL Foundation (ZBLF). This innovative move opened a plethora of donation opportunities for the ZBL Alumni chapter and allowed prospective donors to enjoy tax credit.
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Through Mr. Freeman's leadership and foresight, the chapter's ability to secure funding for its scholarship program expanded significantly, ensuring that deserving individuals could pursue their educational aspirations with financial support.