Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Beta Iota Lambda Chapter

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Beta Iota Lambda Chapter Chartered in 1939 by nine (9) visionary young men -- Beverly V. Baranco, Jr., James H. Boswell, Felton G. Clark, J.S. Clark, Henry A. Dumoil, William H. Gray, Jr.

Gray, Jr., Harrison D. Lawless, Russell W. Smith and Charles W. Thomas, the Beta Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. serves as the second oldest alumni chapter in the State of Louisiana. Each of these men were valuable members of society and personified manly deeds, scholarship, and love for all mankind. For example, Brother Beverly V. Baranco was a practicing dentist and commu

nity leader in the Baton Rouge area and Brother Felton G. Clark was a renowned educator and served as President of Southern University and A&M College. Additionally, Brother William H. went on to become the President of Florida A&M University. Despite the many achievements and great service of those brothers along with the many that followed, August 1993 marked the beginning of a new era in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. At the request of then Chapter President, Bro. Donald Carlyle Wade, brothers of the Beta Iota Lambda Chapter assembled in an unused two story building at 2219 Plank Road. Brother Wade had a vision to make the impoverished building into what is known today as the “Alpha Center.” For over eighty (80) years, the Alpha Center has served as a place to accommodate cultural, educational, social-literacy, and charitable activities for the community. Beta Iota Lambda also functions as the advisory alumni chapter to the Beta Sigma Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. located on the campus of Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is through this fraternal and brotherly bond that the work of Alpha consistently strives to uplift and enlighten not only brothers but members of the local communities. Such enlightenment is depicted through numerous national and joint projects like: Project Alpha, Annual Henry Bellaire Memorial Senior Citizens’ Dinner, Go to High School Go to College Initiative, Brother’s Keeper Program, A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People Initiative, March of Dimes and Boy Scouts of America partnerships, Annual Alpha Scholarship Golf Tournament, Project I.C.E. and a host of other activities. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the Brothers of the Beta Iota Lambda Chapter will forever be a beacon of hope and vital resource within local communities, while cultivating tomorrow’s leaders throughout the world.

Happy birthday to brothers Arthur Dubriel and Tony King. We hope you both have an awesome day.
05/29/2026

Happy birthday to brothers Arthur Dubriel and Tony King. We hope you both have an awesome day.

Happy Birthday Bro Atty Terrell L. Dupard. May God bless you as you celebrate your day!
05/25/2026

Happy Birthday Bro Atty Terrell L. Dupard. May God bless you as you celebrate your day!

Happy Birthday Bro. Jarrett Baker, enjoy your day!
05/18/2026

Happy Birthday Bro. Jarrett Baker, enjoy your day!

05/10/2026
05/03/2026
The Beta Iota Lambda Chapter has continued to facilitate its partnership with March for Babies, a signature initiative o...
05/03/2026

The Beta Iota Lambda Chapter has continued to facilitate its partnership with March for Babies, a signature initiative of the March of Dimes, thereby reflecting the fraternity’s long‑standing commitment to strengthening families and supporting maternal and infant health. Through this collaboration, brothers mobilize annually in the Baton Rouge area to raise funds, increase awareness, and participate in the MFB community walk that helps combat premature birth, support NICU families, and advance research that improves health outcomes for mothers and babies. This partnership aligns with our mission of service and advocacy to make a measurable impact in community while championing the well‑being of future generations. Our collective effort has surpassed the 2026 fundraising goal of $2000. Thanks to all of the brothers who have made this possible.

Happy Birthday Bro Chamarcus Lewis, enjoy your day!
05/03/2026

Happy Birthday Bro Chamarcus Lewis, enjoy your day!

Happy birthday to Brothers Kelvin Gray and Cedric Noel. The men of Beta Iota Lambda hope you both have an amazing day of...
04/28/2026

Happy birthday to Brothers Kelvin Gray and Cedric Noel. The men of Beta Iota Lambda hope you both have an amazing day of celebration.

Happy Alphaversary to Bro Kelvin Gray, thank you for your consistent example of what an Alpha Man is!
04/24/2026

Happy Alphaversary to Bro Kelvin Gray, thank you for your consistent example of what an Alpha Man is!

Happy Birthday Bro. Anthony Collins, we hope you enjoy celebrating another year of life!
04/16/2026

Happy Birthday Bro. Anthony Collins, we hope you enjoy celebrating another year of life!

Happy Birthday Bro Dr Cleo Perry, Jr. We hope you had a great day celebrating another year of life!
04/13/2026

Happy Birthday Bro Dr Cleo Perry, Jr. We hope you had a great day celebrating another year of life!

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P. O. Box 4973
Baton Rouge, LA
70821

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+12253576433

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