The Polished Pearls Foundation
Established in 2016, The Polished Pearls Foundation is the IRS-approved 501(c)(3) non-profit fundraising entity for
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Theta Tau Omega Chapter.
LIMITED EDITION | 2025 FOUNDERS’ DAY
Connecticut
Pioneering Pearls
Lapel Pin
ONLY $19.08 | LIMITED AVAILABILITY
This limited-edition Founders’ Day pin is shaped like the state of Connecticut, of which we serve. This dainty 1” pin features delicate salmon pink roses and verdant green ivy, adorned with a solitary shimmering pearl and a butterfly clutch closure on the back.
100% PROCEEDS SUPPORT
THE POLISHED PEARLS FOUNDATION!
Enjoy wearing this beautiful pin with CT pride, knowing you made a difference! Proceeds will directly contribute to scholarships, youth, and community programming in the Greater Bridgeport community.
Celebrating our Connecticut Chapters’ roots and community impact, this commemorative design showcases the beauty and pride of our illustrious sisterhood.
Your Support Drives
Community Impact
Your generous contributions go directly toward scholarships, youth, and community programming in Greater Bridgeport and surrounding Fairfield County.
Our mission is to facilitate programs for success through meaningful initiatives that align with the mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® and address the unique needs of our local community.
We focus our efforts in Fairfield County, emphasizing the Greater Bridgeport Area.
Our Mission
Our Objectives
Secure resources for community development
Foster educational enrichment and awareness
Promote Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Encourage academic excellence
Provide scholarship opportunities
Advance nutrition and wellness
Improve financial literacy
Support performing and visual arts!
Foundation Officers
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Karissa McLaurin
President
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Monica Watson
Vice President
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Shanika Rucker
Executive Director
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Alana Russell
Treasurer
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Taja Sylvester
Secretary
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Regina Clarke
Financial Secretary
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Bria Brown
Director
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Hakima Bey-Coon
Director
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Jamie Cook
Director
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Evelyn Nims
Director
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Lataya Berry-Middleton
Director
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Brittany Lawson
Director
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Penny Valentine
Director
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Tracy Johnson Russell
Director
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Jacee Rhodes
Director
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Yvonne Temple
Director
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Brittney Clarke
Director
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Raina Hall
Director
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Tashana Schmidt-Leehing
Director
