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Supporting Educational & Cultural Initiatives
$62,900
Awarded 36 scholarships to students
Since 1988
Providing literacy education
37 Years
Serving several hundred students
Welcome
D’Estee, Inc., a not for profit 501(c)3, was founded on May 9, 1989, with the mission of raising and contributing funds to support college scholarships, educational opportunities and cultural initiatives within the communities we serve. Since its inception, D’Estee, Inc. has been a driving force for positive change, empowering individuals through education, fostering cultural enrichment, and building stronger communities with a commitment to equity and opportunity.
Our Board Application is now open
If you are interested in serving on the D’Estee Board of Directors, there may be a seat waiting for you! We are looking for members of the community who specialize in...
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️Fundraising
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Finance
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️Community Engagement
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️Technology
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And much more!
If you are ready to give back to the community in a meaningful way, follow the link and submit your application today!
The 2025 Scholarship Application is now open
It’s that time of year again!
The Fall semester will be here before you know it.
Paying for college can be tough, so don’t leave money on the table!
The deadline to apply for the D’Estee Scholarships is 11:59 p.m., May 23, 2025. Use the link below or Click the link below to access the application and for eligibility criteria.
The Board
The Board of Directors of D’Estee, Inc. endeavors to maintain and sustain a public service focus, manage the fiscal affairs of D’Estee, Inc. and interact with multiple facets of the community at micro and macro levels.
The business affairs of D’Estee, Inc. are managed by a Board of Directors. The Board consists of 35 members. Membership on the Board is open to both members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Chicago Alumnae Chapter and community representatives. Elected officers are: president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, assistant treasurer and financial secretary.
D’Estee, Inc. purchased property at 4519 – 4525 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to provide service to Chicago communities in the areas of education, mental health, international relations, literacy and political awareness.
Available Space for
Your Needs
D’Estee Inc. offers a spacious venue to host celebrations, baby/bridal showers, receptions, pop-up shops and special events.
For more information on how to schedule your event, please click on the link above to review our brochure.
Below are some examples of events held at D’Estee, Inc.
Birthday Celebrations
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