National Awards

Applications for National Awards

Due by May 15, 2026

All of our National Awards and supporting documentation may be submitted electronically via the links on this page. Awards that do not require applications are indicated in the Annual & National Awards Overview documents below. If you are submitting a letter of recommendation for someone else, please use this required form. If you have any questions regarding applications or the awards process, please contact the current Trustee overseeing awards at: awards@thetaphialpha.org.

Theta Phi Alpha and the Board of Trustees congratulates the chapters, alumnae associations and individual members who received awards at the 2024 National Convention. The list of awards and recipients is available here.

Presented to an alumnae association in recognition of an exemplary activity (single event or
project) that demonstrates outstanding service and meaningful impact within the community.
Community Service is volunteering time for a charitable organization. Examples include helping
to build a house for Habitat for Humanity, serving a meal at a homeless shelter or soup kitchen,
or volunteering at an event for an organization. Application is required and information
provided in reports will be considered.

Apply for the Alumnae Association Community Service Award

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to an alumnae association in recognition of an exemplary activity (single event or
project) that demonstrates meaningful philanthropic efforts. Philanthropy is collecting money
or items for a charitable organization. Examples include collecting money, canned goods, or
clothing, raising money through the sale of items, or charging a participation fee for an event.
Application is required and information provided in reports will be considered.

Apply for the Alumnae Association Philanthropy Award

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to the chapter having the highest grade point average reported during the previous academic year. Consideration is based on information submitted on Academic Excellence Reports.

Presented to the alumnae association for overall excellence in membership, cooperation with
the national organization, financial management, program planning, and participation in
national activities. Application is required.

Apply for the Centennial Award

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to a chapter in recognition of an exemplary activity (single event or project) that
demonstrates meaningful philanthropic efforts. Philanthropy is collecting money or items for a
charitable organization. Examples include collecting money, canned goods, or clothing, raising
money through the sale of items, or charging a participation fee for an event.

Reports can be submitted through the Officer Portal of myThetaPhi for consideration.

Presented to chapter(s) that have been outstanding since the previous National Convention in membership, cooperation with the national organization, academic excellence, financial management, and active participation in campus activities. An application is required.

Apply for the Circle of Excellence Award

Recommend a Chapter for the Circle of Excellence Award

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to an outstanding Fraternity/Sorority Professional who provided superior support and guidance to a chapter and/or Fraternity/Sorority Community on campus. A nomination is required.

Nominate an Outstanding Fraternity/Sorority Professional (nomination form)

Recommend Outstanding Fraternity/Sorority Professional (recommendation form)

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to the Chapter Advisory Board for outstanding guidance to a collegiate chapter. Nomination required by a chapter, alumnae association, Chapter Advisor, Chapter Manager, or other National Officer. A recommendation form is required from one collegian not on the Advisory Board. Advisory Board reports are required via the Officer Portal of myThetaPhi.

Nominate a Chapter Advisory Board

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to a chapter in recognition of an exemplary activity (single event or project) that demonstrates outstanding service and meaningful impact within the community. Community Service is volunteering time for a charitable organization. Examples include helping to build a house for Habitat for Humanity, serving a meal at a homeless shelter or soup kitchen, or volunteering at an event for an organization.

Reports can be submitted through the Officer Portal of myThetaPhi for consideration.

Presented to a chapter and/or alumnae association based upon participation in the Inclusive Excellence programming and participation in local initiatives regarding human dignity and belonging. No application is required.

Presented to the chapter that has given the most support to the Foundation through donations since the preceding National Convention. Award is based on monetary donations from the chapter or members who indicate the donation should be credited to a specific chapter. No report or application is required; Theta Phi Alpha Foundation will determine the recipient.

Presented to the alumnae association that has given the most support to the Foundation through donations. Award is based on monetary donations from the alumnae association or members who indicate the donation should be credited to a specific alumnae association. No report or application is required; Theta Phi Alpha Foundation will determine the recipient. 

Presented to an outstanding volunteer who has made a special contribution to the Fraternity or went above and beyond the performance expectations of the position. The selection is made by the Grand Council.

Presented to an individual, chapter, or alumnae association who has made a notable contribution to the Fraternity or brought special recognition to Theta Phi Alpha.  

Apply for the National Achievement Award

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to the chapter showing the greatest improvement during the biennium. Award is based on comparison of number of new members initiated, chapter size, and grade point average from the previous biennium, along with recommendations of National Officers who work with the chapter. Various reports that include above information will be reviewed.

Apply for the Otilia Leuchtweis O’Hara Chapter Improvement Award

Recommend a Chapter for the Otilia Leuchtweis O’Hara Chapter Improvement Award

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to an alumna who has shown exceptional ability in fostering the personal and fraternal growth of a sister, emerging chapter, chapter, or alumnae association through her work and dedication. In addition to the nomination form, at least one recommendation form is required along with a list of individual sisters, alumnae associations, and/or chapters who this sister has impacted. Three additional references are required.

Nominate an Outstanding Alumna Mentor

Write a reference for a nominee

Submit supporting documentation

Presented to an individual, chapter, or alumnae association whose actions exemplified the true spirit of sisterhood during a time of need.  

Apply for the Sisterhood Award

Submit supporting documentation

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