Albany (NY) Alumni Chapter 

Founded in 1971

The Krimson & Kream at the Kasino was on May 5, 2018 at Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady,  NY.  Over $40,000 in scholarships awarded to high school seniors over the last few years.

 

The Fraternity and Chapter continues to mourn the loss of our beloved Brother Jeffrey Fryar.  God called Brother Fryar home on December 3, 2016.  His love for this fraternity was unwavered, having dedicated 15 spirited years as a member of the organization.

 

The 2015 Black and White Scholarship Ball held on May 2, 2015 was a huge success.  Close to $30,000 in scholarships and prizes awarded the last three years.

The Fraternity Giving Back -

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. raised over $1.5 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to help find cures and save children with pediatric cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Guide Right Program

The GUIDE RIGHT program is the Fraternity's national service program that was developed in 1921. The overall purpose of the program is to promote and foster the development of high school-age students through vocational and academic settings. Through this program, the local chapters of the Fraternity coordinate, sponsor and implement various meaningful activities to enhance the growth, leadership skills and talent of our youth.

Mission Statement

To place the training and experience of our educated membership at the disposal of youth needing inspiration and counsel.

Purpose 

1. To help youth, especially those of high school age, in their selection of courses leading to vocations compatible with their aptitudes, interests, and personalities.

2. Assist students in training, establish careers.

3. Support parents in the development of children.

4. Afford youth a respite from the pressures of growing up in today's environment, positive reinforcement.

5. Impress upon values of higher education.

Guide Right Programs

The Guide Right Committee continues to have a solid record of performance within the community. Over the past several years, the committee has developed and managed effective programs which have received full support from the community. 

For more information about the Guide Right Program please contact Brother Phil Melecio at pmelecio@albanynykappa.com or (518) 512-9541