Scholarship
Expanding Opportunity: New Scholarship Funds Now Available
The Ivy Foundation of Northern Virginia (IFNV), in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Zeta Chi Omega Chapter, is proud to expand its legacy of educational investment by highlighting two new scholarship opportunities through the Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation (AKA EAF) to compliment the Cooley-Moore Scholarship Fund.
For more than 65 years, IFNV has remained committed to supporting students in Northern Virginia through scholarships that open doors to higher education and lifelong success. Through the Cooley–Moore Scholarship Fund alone, IFNV has awarded nearly $500,000 to deserving students since 1957, including support for those attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Today, we are excited to build on that legacy.
The Ivy Foundation of Northern Virginia (IFNV), in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Zeta Chi Omega Chapter, is proud to expand its legacy of educational investment by highlighting two new scholarship opportunities through the Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation (AKA EAF) to compliment the Cooley-Moore Scholarship Fund.
For more than 65 years, IFNV has remained committed to supporting students in Northern Virginia through scholarships that open doors to higher education and lifelong success. Through the Cooley–Moore Scholarship Fund alone, IFNV has awarded nearly $500,000 to deserving students since 1957, including support for those attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Today, we are excited to build on that legacy.
New Scholarship Opportunities
Zeta Chi Omega Scholarship Fund
The Zeta Chi Omega Scholarship Fund supports students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to service. This fund reflects the chapter’s enduring investment in developing leaders who will positively impact their communities and beyond.
Evelyn Reid Syphax Scholarship Fund
The Evelyn Reid Syphax Scholarship Fund honors the legacy of a trailblazing educator, civil rights advocate, and community leader in Northern Virginia. This scholarship uplifts students who embody her commitment to education, equity, and transformative leadership.
A Legacy of Scholarship and Impact
IFNV’s scholarship program is rooted in recognizing students who:
- Demonstrate academic excellence
- Show financial need
- Contribute meaningfully to their schools and communities
- Exhibit leadership and character
Scholarship awards have historically included renewable four-year scholarships as well as one-time awards, supporting students at accredited colleges and universities and helping offset the cost of tuition, books, and fees.
Through signature events like the Cooley–Moore Luncheon Fashion Show and the Debutante Cotillion, IFNV continues to raise critical funds to invest in the next generation of scholars and leaders.
Building Communities Through Education and Empowerment
These new scholarship funds represent more than financial support—they are a continued commitment to ensuring that talented, driven students have access to the resources they need to thrive. At IFNV, we believe education is one of the most powerful tools to transform lives, strengthen families, and uplift communities.
Learn More and Apply
We encourage eligible students and families to explore these scholarship opportunities and apply:
Cooley–Moore Scholarship Program
Investing in scholars. Empowering leaders.
Transforming communities.
The Cooley-Moore Scholarship Fund was established in honor of two Zeta Chi Omega Chapter charter members - Marie Cooley and Emma Moore. From 1957 to 2023, approximately $499,000 was awarded in scholarships. Of that amount, an estimated $82,000 was provided to students attending Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs).
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