Ivy Rose Foundation, Inc.
In October 1995, members of Pi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. formed a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization named the Pi Omega Foundation. In 2005 the name was changed to the Ivy Rose Foundation, Inc. With education and serving the needs of mankind being top priorities of the Sorority, the Foundation was organized to
receive and utilize donations, gifts, and grants from members and other organizations for charitable, educational, and scholarship purposes. Although the name of the Foundation changed, the primary mission remains the same.
The Foundation uses fundraising activities and other funding sources:
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To provide and promote educational and cultural activities for the Chattanooga communities;
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To stimulate interest and create an awareness of the need to elevate the quality of life for the disadvantaged in this community;
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To cultivate and promote education by providing scholarships to high school students; and
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To encourage mutual improvement and good will throughout the community.
To learn more about the Ivy Rose Foundation, please contact us:
Ivy Rose Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 81053
Chattanooga, TN 37414
Ivy Rose Foundation Board of Directors
Lanise Hutchins
Chairman
Vanessa Carr
Vice-Chairman
Rena Walton
Secretary/Financial Secretary
Rosemary M. Heard
Treasurer
Jacqueline Brown
Ivana Hinton
LaTrice Currie Leslie
Wanda Massengile
Vanasia C. Parks
Azelia Sims
Eva Settles
Celebrating Our Scholarship Recipients
Each year, Ivy Rose Foundation, Inc. awards scholarships to deserving high school students who exemplify high scholastic achievement, leadership, exemplary character, and a commitment to service.
Eligible students show a demonstrated need, meet the qualifications outlined by the Ivy Rose Foundation, and plan to pursue higher education at an accredited four-year college or university. All scholarship applicants are evaluated based on their academic honors and awards, community service and organizational involvement, leadership experience, and a written essay.
The "Ida Collier Partridge Memorial Scholarship" awards two high school honor students a $1,000 scholarship each year for 4 consecutive years if students remain enrolled full-time and maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA. Mrs. Partridge, an international award-winning educator, taught in the Chattanooga Public School system for 35 years. She was a beloved teacher whose personal warmth and professional commitment enriched the lives of her students. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for 74 years, and served in many capacities, including chapter president. Mrs. Partridge passed away on February 1, 2021.
We proudly recognize the Ivy Rose Foundation scholarship recipients from the past several years.
Ivy Rose Foundation, Inc. 2025 Scholarship Recipients
The following individuals are the recipients of the 2025 Ivy Rose Foundation, Inc. Scholarships:
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Jada Rutley attended East Hamilton High School and is currently enrolled at University of Alabama.
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Peggy Chin attended Hixson High School and is currently enrolled at University of Tennessee Knoxville.
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Charlee Bellamy attended Hixson High School and is currently enrolled at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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JaMya Rogan attended Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences is currently enrolled at East Tennessee State University.
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Karrington Payne attended Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences is currently enrolled at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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Shaniyah Norwood attended Tyner Academy and is currently enrolled at Lee University.
"Ida Collier Partridge Memorial Scholarship" Award Recipients
Naomi Moss who attends Alabama A&M University and Ambria Sydnor who attends Tennessee State University received the two recurring Ida C. Partridge Scholarships. This is their final year receiving this scholarship award.