lola mercedes parker foundation (LMPF)

The Lola Mercedes Parker Foundation (LMPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation and serves as the charitable arm of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.The LMPF supports and amplifies the programs, community service efforts and educational projects that uphold the values of the sorority and the communities served.

Our Commitment

We recognize that the Black community faces significant challenges in accessing education and opportunities for growth in employment and entrepreneurship. In response, the Lola Mercedes Parker Foundation (LMPF) is dedicated to fostering economic prosperity within Black communities, ensuring that they thrive and succeed.

Over the past six years, the LMPF has reached over 900 women and youth through a variety of programs, including symposiums, workshops, and webinars. Our flagship event, the I3 Symposium: Inform, Inspire, & Ignite, has had a nationwide impact, empowering women and youth across the country. Additionally, our Youth Summit and Elevator Pitch Competition have been instrumental in promoting youth leadership and entrepreneurship.

Looking ahead, the Lola Mercedes Parker Foundation for Economic Empowerment of Business and Professional Women remains committed to advancing our goals of community engagement, entrepreneurship, and financial security across generations.