In 2023-24 you helped provide:

*53% of applicants who had qualified applications were awarded a scholarship.

Ayesha’s academic journey led her to Stanford, where she studied symbolic systems. In summer 2023, she was awarded a Kappa Foundation merit scholarship, which allowed Ayesha to focus on her studies and personal growth.

The Kappa community she found and immersed herself in offered more than just financial support. Her collegiate experience was defined by the incredible support system and network of ambitious women of Beta Eta Deuteron Chapter, who constantly inspired her to reach her fullest potential. “As a Kappa, I actively engaged with my school community, participating in various philanthropic events and volunteering initiatives,” she says. “These experiences have not only enriched my personal development but have also instilled in me the values of compassion, empathy, and social responsibility.”

Ayesha began her full-time role as an associate consultant at Bain & Company in San Francisco in October. This position promises invaluable industry exposure, hands-on experience, and financial independence.

As Ayesha continues to dream boldly and live fully into her next chapter, she shares how grateful she is for the Kappa Foundation merit scholarship. “Your investment in my education has made a significant difference in my life and I am committed to honoring this gift by striving for excellence in my studies, my commitment to Kappa Kappa Gamma, and my future endeavors,” says Ayesha.

In 2023–24, you helped provide:

While on a family ski trip in Lake Tahoe, Mary’s husband suffered a severe injury that left him with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This incident not only brought physical pain but also emotional and financial turmoil. The man who had once been a pillar of strength and stability in their lives became a different person — struggling with anger, confusion, and an inability to return to his previous professional life. And Mary had lost the love of her life to the cruel reality of TBI.

The aftermath of the accident was a harsh reality for Mary. Not only did the family’s financial situation deteriorate, but the emotional toll was often more than she could bear. “I equate the frustration I felt like being at the bottom of a well screaming with no one hearing me,” Mary wrote. Eventually, Mary and her husband divorced. As a single mom of four, Mary had to rely on food stamps to keep food on the table. She recalls the helpless feeling during those times.

Mary’s experience is a testament to the unpredictability of life and the importance of support systems. While she never anticipated needing such help, she is incredibly grateful for the assistance that allowed her to focus on rebuilding her life. Mary now works for a tech company and is able to fully support her children.

The journey was far from easy, but with the help of the Rose McGill Financial Assistance and the strength she found within herself, Mary is in a really good place. “Life hasn’t turned out the way I planned and that’s OK,” she says. “I love the beautiful children who came from my marriage, and I cherish the memories we have together.”

In 2023–24, you helped our members soar to new heights:

The Foundation actively supports Kappa’s mental health and well-being philanthropy initiatives. Through Foundation-funded programming, we are committed to making an impact on the mental health and well-being of our members and communities.

We are not alone in this endeavor. We’re pleased to announce that sisters Kelley Busby and Kiki Busby Simpson, both Oklahoma, have made a $1 million commitment to the Kappa Foundation’s mental health and well-being programming. This generous endowment gift will significantly enhance the resources available to support mental well-being within our sisterhood.

Their $1 million commitment will enable Kappa to expand existing programs and develop new ones tailored to the ever-evolving mental health and well-being needs of its members. Kappa’s mental health programming will offer a comprehensive approach to promoting mental wellness, including educational workshops for collegians, volunteers, and alumnae, and free or discounted access to online therapy services for all members. Together, we continue to live fully in the service of others, shape the future of Kappa, and empower future generations to prioritize their mental health and well-being.

In 2023–24, $35,156 was donated toward heritage programming. The impact reached a broad audience with:

Our investment manager is Mercer Advisors. The Kappa Foundation Finance Committee and Investment Sub-Committee value Mercer’s investment management abilities; experience with responsible, environmental, social and governance investing; focus on gender diversity within the firm; the broad selection of investment choices; performance reporting and client service model; and fees. The Foundation’s first objective is to protect the assets that so many donors have given. The second is to grow those assets over time. We use a variety of investment strategies to achieve those objectives and our committee, which is made up of Kappa volunteers who are experts in the space, monitors the portfolio quarterly.


As of June 30, 2024, the Kappa Foundation endowment was $63,239,581 with 135 endowed funds. Endowed gifts make a transformational impact in Kappa’s programs and the lives of women. These funds may be established with a minimum $100,000 investment over five years.