About Us

OPRF KAPPA FOUNDATIONEmpowering Youth. Advancing Education.

Our Purpose & Vision

The OPRF Kappa Foundation was established to expand educational opportunity, develop future leaders, and strengthen the communities we serve. Working alongside the Oak Park–River Forest Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., the Foundation supports charitable initiatives centered on mentorship, scholarships, youth development, educational enrichment, and meaningful community service.

“Our work is grounded in a simple belief: when young people have access to committed mentors, meaningful experiences, educational resources, and a community invested in their success, achievement becomes more attainable.”

Our Six Foundation Objectives

Foundational pillars guiding our programmatic scope and charitable giving.

Approved Governing Charter

01.

Educational Pathways

Help youth, especially those of high-school age, select courses and educational pathways leading to vocations compatible with their aptitudes, interests, and personal goals.

02.

Kappa League Mentorship

Assist students through professional career mentorship and Kappa League programming, supporting progress in their chosen fields while encouraging meaningful community service.

03.

Cultural & Enrichment Access

Provide youth, particularly those with limited access to opportunity, with positive recreational, cultural, and enrichment experiences.

04.

Higher Education Promotion

Promote the value of higher education and assist students in their educational pursuits through scholarships, grants, mentorship, and access to relevant resources.

05.

Career Awareness

Increase student awareness of potential career choices through exposure to a broad range of disciplines, professions, experiences, and positive role models.

06.

Financial Assistance

Provide financial assistance to deserving individuals pursuing higher education leading to a four-year baccalaureate or postgraduate degree from a fully accredited institution.

Leadership & Board Governance

Dedicated volunteer leadership driving transparency, mentorship, and community impact.

Nick Trotter

FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

Leading the OPRF Kappa Foundation’s vision with passion, accountability, and a firm commitment to expanding educational opportunities for youth across Oak Park, River Forest, and surrounding communities.

Nondiscrimination Policy Statement

In pursuit of its objectives, the Foundation shall not discriminate against anyone because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical capacity, or marital status.