Event Description

Join Us to Empower Northern Virginia’s Future Leaders!

On behalf of the Northern VA Impacting Others Through Actions and Service (I.O.T.A.S.) Foundation and the Beta Alpha Omega Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., we invite you to be part of a special evening dedicated to educational equity and opportunity.

Our mission is to provide scholarships to high-achieving, low-income high school seniors in Northern Virginia—students with exceptional potential but limited financial resources.

Your support will help us continue delivering impactful programs and scholarships that empower local youth and promote financial literacy in the DMV area and beyond.

Why Attend?

• Celebrate the achievements of outstanding Northern Virginia scholars

• Support the launch of our 2025/2026 scholarship program

• Network with community leaders and advocates for education

• Enjoy an inspiring evening of impact, advocacy, and celebration

About the Northern VA I.O.T.A.S. Foundation

For over 10 years, our organization has proudly awarded more than $13,000 in scholarships to deserving students. Our alumni have gone on to attend prestigious institutions such as Cornell, Yale, University of Virginia, James Madison University, and many more.

On behalf of the Northern VA Impacting Others Through Actions and Service(I.O.T.A.S.) Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and the Beta AlphaOmega Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. an organization committed toeducational equity for underserved youth, I am excited to extend an invitation topartner with us for our Inaugural Brown & Gold Scholarship Gala on Saturday,September 20, 2025, at the Hilton Garden I

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Custom Plated Dinner Menu - Three Courses :

How It Works: Start with a pre-set Caesar salad. Then, choose your entrée and dessert using a quick table card. 

Starter:

Spinach & Strawberry Salad – Baby spinach, strawberries, feta, and candied pecans with balsamic glaze.

Main Course (Your Choice of):

Sirloin & Chicken – Grilled sirloin and chicken with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

Sirloin & Salmon – Sirloin with salmon, mashed potatoes, and veggies.

Vegetarian Wellington & Risotto – Roasted veggie Wellington with truffle risotto, mashed potatoes, and asparagus.

Dessert (Your Choice of):

Chocolate Lava Cake with vanilla ice cream

Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake

Elegant, easy, and tailored to your taste—just pick your favorites and enjoy!

Get Your Tickets

General Admission: $125.00

Sponsorship & Partnership Opportunities Available

Thank You for Supporting Educational Equity in Northern Virginia!

Purchase Tickets Here!

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