IVYLETTES

The Ivylettes are ambitious, goal-oriented young ladies in grades 9 through 12 who exemplify high moral and ethical characteristics. Ivylette members are sponsored and organized by the Pearls of Promise Foundation, Inc.

IVYLETTES 2026-2027 APPLICATION PROCESS

The 2026-2027 application process for the Ivylettes closed on May 30, 2026.

New applicants,who completed the registration process will receive a link to select an interview slot by June 10, 2026.

Upon acceptance into the program, there will be an annual $275.00 membership fee due by August 31, 2026. Notifications of acceptance will be delivered via email from ivylettes@pearlsofpromisefoundation.com.

If you have any questions concerning the application process or the program, please contact the Ivylettes Chairman, at ivylettes@pearlsofpromisefoundation.com.

The Ivylettes Program has the following three pillars:

COLLEGE PREPAREDNESS

College Campus Tours
Presentations from Collegiate Staff
College Preparation Workshops
College Life Interest
Scholarship Opportunities

POSITIVE THINKING

Self-Esteem Building
Leadership
Code-Switching
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Health
Relay for Life
HIV/AIDS Awareness
Promoting Healthy Bodies (inside & out)

HEALTHY SPIRIT

Respecting Oneself & Others
Communication Skills
Heart of Service
Etiquette Training

ACADEMICS & MENTORING

Academic excellence is the major thrust of the signature program. The grades for the Ivylette members are monitored with an emphasis on practicing good study habits. To help improve communication skills and assist with academic needs that are necessary to overcome the adversity of today’s teens, Ivylettes are paired with a female mentor who provides guidance and support. Ivylette members are required to maintain a 2.50 grade point average, attend monthly meetings, and participate in community service projects, fundraisers, and multicultural activities.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Community service projects include entertaining seniors at Fairlane Nursing Home, working with the Next Detroit Initiative by adopting a lot on Westminster and Oakland, restocking the toy shelf at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, and participating in the Relay for Life Cancer Walk and the Annual Lupus Walk. Other activities include serving as hostesses for various business, professional, and youth educational conferences and participating in youth non-traditional entrepreneur workshops. The Ivylettes also participate in fundraising activities to help raise money for college scholarships.