Kentucky State Council of ESA
Founded in 1929, Epsilon Sigma Alpha
International (ESA) is a premier leadership and service organization that
brings volunteers together to pursue programs and projects that make a positive
difference locally, nationally and internationally.
Dedicated to developing confidence,
competence, and career opportunity for each and every member, ESA promotes
education, service, and association through programs that focus on personal
development and leadership training.
ESA’s network of more than 1,000 chapters
has excelled in developing volunteer community leaders, educational programs, and
philanthropic projects that benefit mankind. Each year, ESA members help to
raise more than $10 million for charitable causes, and provide more than
650,000 hours of “hands-on” service in their local communities. Most chapters
raise money for local, national, and international charities including, St.
Jude Children’s Research Hospital and National Easter Seal.
In 1972, ESA responded to Danny Thomas’s
request for support for the kids by adopting St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital in Memphis, TN as its major philanthropic project. Since that time,
ESA has helped to raise more than $65 million for St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital. ESA also adopted Easter Seals as a major philanthropic project in the
1970s, raising millions through a variety of fundraising efforts ranging from
selling Precious Moments Christmas ornaments to hosting silent auctions and
more.
To help members become their personal
best, ESA provides leadership training, scholarships, educational programs, and
the challenge to develop individual strengths. Opportunities to chair events,
hold officer roles, and handle special projects provide members with important
hands-on experience.
Good works do not go unnoticed at ESA. An
extensive awards program that includes quality merchandise rewards, honors, and
employment credit for training and accomplishments is available.
Celebrating 72 years of success, ESA has
long been known as an organization on the cutting edge. Always ahead of its
time, Epsilon Sigma Alpha has developed new and creative avenues in which
volunteers can make a difference in the world.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha has numerous avenues in
which to participate. Traditional chapters are open to persons 18 years of age
and older, regardless of race, color, creed, or national origin. ESA also
features active youth chapters for young women not yet 18 years of age;
Collegiate Sorority Chapters to accommodate members within academic settings;
and men’s chapters. In addition, an Associate Membership is also available,
where individuals and companies can support ESA without belonging to an
established chapter.
What is the History of
Kentucky ESA?
The Kentucky State Council was formed in
January 1953 at the Louisville YMCA. At
that time, there were 8 charter chapters.
Down through the years, the Kentucky State Council has helped with many
philanthropic projects including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Easter
Seals, Association of Retarded Citizens of Kentucky, and various local
philanthropic organizations.
The money raised for St. Jude’s for the
past 30 years totals $1,479,954.50.
There are chapters in Bowling Green,
Cadiz, Henderson, Hopkinsville, Leitchfield, Louisville, Murray, Owensboro, and
Paducah.
Kentucky is proud to have a past
International Council President and 5 past Southeastern Regional Council
Presidents.
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