FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

New Jersey, January 21, 2010 - The Sisters of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. and the Brothers of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc., continue to join forces across the nation to assist all those that were affected by the earthquake in Haiti. Our organizations stand united and have begun to identify the many ways we can assist during this difficult time.

Lambda Theta Alpha and Lambda Theta Phi has continued their efforts in the areas of service and collecting donations which will be distributed to Habitat for Humanity International, the Haitian Relief Mission. Habitat for Humanity International has provided assistance to Haiti for over 27 years. Habitat has also begun to respond by addressing immediate relief efforts and long-term shelter solutions. In addition, Habitat will be cleaning the areas affected by the earthquake, providing shelter kits that will assist in immediate repairs to damaged homes, and provide families with transitional shelter that would serve as a permanent base structure for families over time. For more information, please visit:  http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx.  Additionally, the joint task force is coordinating with the United States', Haitian and Dominican governments for relief missions to the island consisting of volunteers and the shipment of necessary supplies.  Founding Father of Lambda Theta Phi and Lambda Theta Phi Foundation Chairman, Agustin Garcia, has accompanied government officials to the island to evaluate the situation and determine the best course of action for donation items and funds.

For additional information on our joint initiative and continuous efforts, please click on the following link: http://www.Lambda1975.org/HaitianRelief. Lambda Theta Alpha and Lambda Theta Phi will continue our relief efforts to ensure we are providing as much assistance as we can during this time of need.

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Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. is the first and largest Latina sorority in the nation. Though targeted toward Latina women, founding members of the organization included women of various race, color, creed and religion. Established in 1975 at Kean University in Union, NJ, and later became incorporated as an academic sorority in 1979. A member of the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO).

Founded in 1975 at Kean University in Union, New Jersey, Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. is the first and largest nationally recognized Greek-letter organization founded as a Latin Fraternity. The membership of Lambda Theta Phi is open to all college men who support its values of scholarship, respect for all culture, community service, and the advancement and fair treatment of Latinos. Lambda Theta Phi was the first Latin Fraternity to be recognized by the North-American Inter-Fraternity Conference (NIC), is a member of NALFO, and has over 100 Chapters and across the country.  More information about Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. can be found on www.Lambda1975.org.

 
Contact Information:
    
Jennifer R. Morales, National President
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated
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Steve O. Hernandez, National President
Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Incorporated
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