On September 12, 2020, the Brothers of Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter, Third District Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. provided their service to the community by leading the effort in participating at the Capital Area Food Bank in Lorton, Virginia. There were 8 Brother and 2 volunteers who enjoyed an early Saturday morning giving back. As the music played throughout the morning, everyone enjoyed the old / new school tunes. The event was a huge success as we were able to package 1,006 bags filled with Pork, peanut butter, veg.soup, tomato soup, cream of mushrooms soup, and Tasteeos cereal.

On September 15, 2020, the Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter, Third District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and the Bernie L. Bates Foundation, Inc., have joined forces to make a positive impact on the First Responders in Fairfax, County, Virginia, as a result of COVID-19. The Chapter’s Basileus (Brother Eric Kelly, Sr.) and the Foundation’s President (Brother Richard Morris) donated the fifth of five monthly contributions to Rx Catering – DC Metro. The fifth check for $1,000.00 was presented to Ms. Cheron Burns, owner, of Rx Catering at Greenspring Continuing Care Retirement Community, Springfield, Virginia. At the same event, Rx Catering donated 125 meals to Ms. Chandra Kumar, Executive Director of the Garden Ridge Complex for the nurses, staff, and residents. Other Chapter and Foundation attendees were Brothers W.J. Williams, Jr., Marvin Chisolm, and Kenneth Younger. As this joint COVID-19 effort comes to an end, we look forward to similar support in the coming fiscal year.

Friday, the 10^th of July provided another opportunity for the Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and Bernie L. Bates Foundation to join in solidarity and demonstrate commitment to those in the front lines of the existing COVID-19 pandemic.  In concert with Rx Catering of Fairfax VA and on behalf of these organizations Chapter President Eric Kelly and Foundation President Richard Morris presented a check for $1,000 which was used to provide nourishment to hospital staff within the MedStar Medical Group.

Both organizations continue to look for opportunities to support those providing medical care to patients in DC, Virginia (inclusive of Fairfax County), and Maryland.  For the past 50 years Medstar has served the community with research, education, and medical service.  As a chapter and foundation, we remain determined to support those working on the front lines during these challenging times.  We stand committed to supporting those who working tirelessly on the front lines, making sacrifices to care for those in need of hope, love and protection from this scourge called COVID-19.

On June 20, 2020, the Brothers of Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter, Third District Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc completed their participation in the fundraising efforts to support the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's initiative "St Jude & Omega - The Power of Giving fundraising". The Brothers are committed to continued support of the great work and mission of the St Jude Children's Research Hospital to provide healthcare to children in need and their family at no cost. The Brothers raised and donated a total amount of $1,155 contributing to the Third District total of $34,313 and International total fundraising efforts of $123,000. The Brothers of Psi Alpha Alpha look forward to continuing their annual support of the worthwhile cause.

On June 1, 2020, the Brothers of Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter, Third District, The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and the Bernie L. Bates Foundation, Inc., joined forces to make a positive impact on the First Responders in Fairfax, County, Virginia who are diligently working to ensure they manage the health and care or our residents who has been impacted, as a result of COVID-19. The Chapter’s Basileus (Brother Eric Kelly, Sr.) and the Foundation’s Secretary (Brother Kenneth Younger) donated the second of five monthly contributions to Rx Catering – DC Metro. The check for $1,000.00 was presented to Ms. Cheron Burns, owner, at her office to provide an estimated 100 meals to the caregivers currently planned for the INOVA Alexandria Hospital Emergency Room, Alexandria, Virginia.

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On May 8, 2020, the Brothers of Psi Alpha Alpha (PsiAA) Chapter, Third District, The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. participated in the Dedication Distance Run in support of social and judicial injustice towards the African American community. Ahmaud Arbery was senselessly killed while on a refreshing and leisurely jog through the city. There were several Brothers who participated by taking time from their busy schedules to perform a 2.23 mile walk/run/jog for such a worth while and worthy cause.

 
PsiAA Chapter Brothers in Service at ASALH

On Saturday, February 22, 2020, the Brothers of Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter, along with other Third and Second District chapters, Executive Director, and Grand Officers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. attended the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) 94^th Annual Black History luncheon - a celebration and tribute to the legacy of the Honorable Brother Dr. Carter G. Woodson. The luncheon was held at the Washington Renaissance Hotel in Washington, DC. The theme was “African Americans and the Vote”. 

The PsiAA Brothers served in excellent and stellar fashion as greeters and host, as they do annually for this event. The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and Life Membership foundation presented a donation to the Smithsonian for $10,000 each for a total of $20,000. The 2020 Black Heritage stamp was unveiled presenting Mrs. Gwen Ifill, one of America’s most esteemed journalist, as the 43rd honoree of this prestigious award. The event speaker was Dr. Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution.

The event provided several black authors and vendor the opportunity to display their artistic talents. The “Featured Author” panel discussion was exceptional as always. The panel discussion was moderated by Pero G. Dagbovie, Editor, The Journal of African American History with the panelist consisting of Karine Jean-Pierre, Author, and MSNBC Political Analyst, Martha Jones, Historian and author of Vanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote and Insisted on Equality for All, and Kaye Wise Whitehead, Associate Professor of African American Studies, Loyola University Maryland, Radio Host, Today with Dr. Kaye.  

  
Brother Tony Wells, Co-Chair of the Psi Alpha Alpha MANUP Program (left) and Bro. Freddie Fuller (right) enjoying an evening with their daughters.

On Saturday, February 8, 2020, Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter, Third District Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Brothers Tony Wells (PsiAA) and Freddie Fuller (PLL) participated in a phenomenal event at the Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center. Brother Tony Wells, Co-Chair of the Psi Alpha Alpha MANUP Program and Brother Freddie Fuller had a memorable date night with their daughters at the Daddy Daughter Dance. Brothers Wells and Fuller spent the evening dressing up and dancing the night away. This is a superb event to celebrate our daughters as well as building and solidifying the valued relationship between fathers and daughters. 

    
Bro. Fuller was learning the latest dance moves from his daughter (left) and Bro. Wells and his daughter were posing with their tiara’s at this wonderful event. February marks a month of several father and daughter dances throughout Northern Virginia and the DC metropolitan area as part fatherhood initiative. Bro. Wells and Bro. Fuller are active participants and supporters of this annual event.