our history

Serving Pitt County with Purpose, Pride, and Sisterhood

About Pitt County Alumnae Chapter

Founded on January 11, 1997, by twenty-seven devoted sisters, the Pitt County Alumnae Chapter (PCAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was established with a clear and enduring purpose: to serve, uplift, and empower the people of Pitt County, North Carolina.


PCAC was chartered to extend the sorority’s legacy of public service and social action throughout Pitt County, proudly serving communities including Ayden, Bethel, Belvoir, Falkland, Farmville, Fountain, Grifton, Grimesland, Pactolus, Simpson, Stokes, and Winterville. Through intentional outreach and meaningful programs, the chapter remains deeply rooted in the needs of the local community.


Since its founding, the Pitt County Alumnae Chapter has remained steadfast in its commitment to improving lives through education, health initiatives, civic engagement, and community service. Guided by the core values of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.—service, scholarship, and sisterhood—PCAC works to address pressing community challenges while creating opportunities for growth, leadership, and empowerment.


The chapter’s vision is to uplift and empower Pitt County residents by building stronger communities through targeted public service, leadership development, and advocacy. Through collaboration, dedication, and heart, PCAC continues to carry forward a legacy of positive change—impacting lives today while investing in the future of Pitt County and beyond.


Our Key Focus Areas

  • Educational programs and scholarships
  • Health and wellness initiatives
  • Civic engagement and social action
  • Youth and community development


Signature Programs and Community Traditions

PCAC sponsors two signature events that bring the community together while supporting scholarship and recognition:


  • Peppermint Pageant — a biennial scholarship fundraiser supporting students in grades 3–5, with proceeds placed into NC 529 college savings accounts.



  • Heritage Ball — a biennial celebration honoring individuals who make extraordinary contributions to the Pitt County community. 


Delta Sigma Theta: A Legacy of Service


Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded in 1913 at Howard University and has a long legacy of service and civic engagement.


One of the sorority’s earliest historic milestones includes participation in the Women’s Suffrage March (March 3, 1913) in Washington, D.C.