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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc - Beta Lambda Chapter

Fraternity Aims are: "Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for all Mankind,"

Founded in January 1919, Beta Lambda is the first Alpha Phi Alpha Chapter established west of the Mississippi River and only the second alumni chapter authorized by our national organization.

05/13/2026

The Beta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is honoring those who carry the light of excellence and lift our community higher at…

The 2026 Alpha Awards 🏆

Saturday June 13th | Reception at 3pm | Program starts at 4pm | Beta Lambda Educational Institute, Raytown, MO

Recipients Include:

-James A. Jeffries Award for Outstanding College Brother of the Year

-Deanna L. Kitchen-Foster Award for Outstanding Woman of the Year

-Curtis U. Franklin Jr. Award for Business Person of the Year

-Bert A. Mayberry Award Outstanding Educator of the Year

-I.F. Bradley Award Chapter Man of the Year

-Beta Lambda Educational Institute Scholarship for students

-Beta Lambda Legacy Scholarship

-Milestone Anniversaries

+ more!

Brothers, award recipients and their guests are all welcome.

05/12/2026

The 5th Annual Scholarship Derby Party did NOT disappoint!

Kansas City, you showed UP and showed OUT.

Much love to for keeping the vibes high.

and to the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mu Omega Chapter…we couldn’t have done it without you!

Year 5 in the books. 🤙🏾🤙🏾

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04/26/2026

Beta Lambda President Bro. Milton Thomas caught up with 32nd General President Bro. Darryl R. Matthews at 50th Chapter Anniversary at Kansas State University! 🤙🏾

04/24/2026

Indianapolis owes us NOTHING! 😎

Last week, the brothers of Beta Lambda headed to Indy for the 2026 Midwestern Regional Conference and came back full of brotherhood, vision, and pride for our Mighty Midwest Region.

And we couldn’t let the weekend pass without celebrating two ΒΛ giants on their milestone Alphaversaries: Bro. Randy Hall (50 years 🤙🏾) and Bro. William Smith, Sr. (40 years 🤙🏾)

🗣️MISSOURI!!

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04/19/2026

Strength in numbers. Legacy in motion. Brotherhood on full display. The Brothas of Beta Lambda at the 2026 Midwest Regional Convention in Indianapolis

Proud to stand with distinguished Brothers from across the district, united by purpose, service, and excellence. Moments like these remind us that when men of vision come together, communities grow stronger and futures are shaped.

From mentorship to leadership, scholarship to community impact this is what Brotherhood looks like.

We honor the past, work in the present, and build for the next generation.

01/19/2026

107 years ago today, ten visionary men planted a seed in Kansas City that would grow into a legacy of brotherhood, scholarship, and service that endures to this day.

Today, we honor the architects of Beta Lambda:
I.F. Bradley, Jr. | T.C. Brown | W.H. Bruce | J.C. Booker | C.L. Jones | E.H. Lee | J. Oliver Morrison | L.H. Norwood | A.O. Mitchell | T.J. Taylor

These brothers entrusted us with a sacred charge: to build upon their foundation and we stand on their shoulders.

To the all the brothers of Beta Lambda, you are their legacy in motion. The question isn’t whether we can live up to their standard, it’s how far beyond it we’ll go.

Happy Charter Day, Brothers!

Beta Lambda then. Beta Lambda now. Beta Lambda forever.

01/08/2026

We’re celebrating 107 years of service, brotherhood, and impact in Kansas City…and you’re invited!

Join the brothers of Beta Lambda Chapter for our 107th Charter Day Kickback on Monday, January 19th.

Come celebrate over a century of legacy.

Open to everyone. See you there. 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

01/06/2026

Come kick it with the men of Beta Lambda at 107th Charter Day Kickback! Monday January 19th at the house

12/31/2025

From Vision to Action: Entrepreneurship, Purpose & Community Impact

This MLK Day, we’re exploring Dr. King’s legacy of justice, economic empowerment, and service, and how it shows up in purpose-driven leadership today.

Our featured speaker is Bro. Chris Goode, Founder & CEO of Ruby Jean’s Juicery. He’s a Kansas City entrepreneur who’s building more than a business, he’s transforming health, ownership, and community wealth through purpose-driven action.

January 19th | 8:00 AM | UMKC Student Center ( 5100 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64110)

Continental breakfast will be provided.

Thanks to for helping to make this possible!

MartinLutherKingJr APhiA BetaLambda1919

12/07/2025

🌟 NOW ENROLLING for 2026! 🌟
High School Students — this is YOUR chance to learn how to build real wealth, invest wisely, and gain financial confidence! 💰📈

The Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc - Beta Lambda Chapter & the 100 Black Men of Greater Kansas City , in partnership with State Farm, are offering FREE Investment & Wealth-Building Training through the Dollars & Sense Investment Education Program — and spots will fill up fast!

✔️ Hands-on investing & saving principles
✔️ Stock market simulation challenge
✔️ Cash awards and incentives (yes, real money!)
✔️ Opportunity for an all-expense-paid trip to the 2026 100 Black Men Annual Conference in New York City
✔️ Mentorship, financial literacy, and lifelong skills

🗓 Program Dates: Sundays, January 11th – March 29th
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM CST
📍 Location: Keystone Innovation District,
800 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO

This program is 100% FREE — an incredible opportunity for any high school student ready to take control of their financial future.

💛🖤Interested in Participating?
Contact Program Director, Lorin Crenshaw: [email protected]
Apply at: 100blackmenkc.com/dollars-and-sense

Parents, mentors, and educators please share with a student who would benefit from this amazing program!

https://kcalphas.com/dollar-%26-sense

12/02/2025

The Beta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. invites you to our 2025 Informational Seminar to meet the members of our chapter, learn about our history and explore the path to membership.

December 18th | 7:06 PM Sharp

Business attire required.

www.kcalphas.com

Address

10010 E 87th Street
Raytown, MO
64138

Telephone

+18169216161

Website

http://www.kcalphas.com/, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-kc-alpha-derby-day-party-tickets-1984568298203?aff=odd

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