NC Triangle Alphas Raise Over $13,000 At Second Annual Scholarship Derby Event

RALEIGH — Over 200 attendees experienced a renowned horse racing event that mirrors the one at Church Hill Downs. The men of N.C. Triangle Alphas (NCTA) hosted their second annual derby event. It was once again an entertaining gathering that raised over $13,000 to financially support local African American and African Diasporic high school graduates pursuing higher learning and supporting community outreach initiatives.  

The event occurred on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Brier Creek Country Club in Raleigh from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. This year, sponsors included Amazon RDU and Haywood Funeral Home as title sponsors.  Other sponsors were author Steven Rogers, Progressive Healthcare & Counseling Services, and more.

“The men of NCTA are pleased with the success that we experienced with our second annual derby party fundraiser,” said Phi Lambda Chapter representative Percy Taylor.  “We look forward to the continued support of our dedicated sponsors as we expand and grow the event even more.”

This year’s event was a true celebration, featuring local band favorite Sweet Dreams performing in the VIP section, DJ sets with K97.5’s Brian Dawson and DJ Grant, best-dressed contests, and the thrilling derby races were live-streamed. NCTA hosted a silent auction of exclusive prizes, including local jazz concert tickets.  Richard Wilson, an award-winning fine artist, along with several other vendors, offered exquisite merchandise for purchase. A specialized photo booth, always a party favorite, captured the joy and camaraderie of the event.  Event photos and videos can be found at www.nctrianglealphas.org.

NC Triangle Alphas is a partnership of the Phi Lambda (Wake and Johnston Counties) and Beta Theta Lambda (Durham and Orange Counties) chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 

ABOUT ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY: 

Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American men, was founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, on December 4, 1906, by seven college men who recognized the need for a strong bond of brotherhood among African descendants in this country. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops leaders and promotes brotherhood and academic excellence while providing service and advocacy for our communities.

Photos courtesy of NCTA.