ABOUT  US

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated 

Our History

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was founded on January 16, 1920, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. by five visionary women—Arizona Cleaver Stemons, Pearl Anna Neal, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Viola Tyler Goings, and Fannie Pettie Watts. Known as our Five Pearls, these women envisioned a sorority founded upon the principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. 

Our Founders

The Five Pearls

Arizona Cleaver Stemons, Pearl Anna Neal, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Viola Tyler Goings, and Fannie Pettie Watts established a legacy of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood that continues to guide Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated today. 

Our Chapter History 

Zeta Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter was chartered on March 3, 2026, to serve South Hillsborough County, Florida. Established with a commitment to advancing the principles of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, the chapter seeks to create meaningful and lasting impact through scholarship, service, sisterhood, and community engagement. 

As a growing graduate chapter, Zeta Alpha Beta Zeta is building its legacy through strategic community partnerships, educational initiatives, health and wellness programs, and service to families throughout South Hillsborough County. 

Our Charter Members 

Zeta Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter was established through the vision, commitment, and collective efforts of eight charter members dedicated to expanding Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated’s legacy of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood throughout South Hillsborough County. 

Our Service Area 

Zeta Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter proudly serves communities throughout South Hillsborough County, Florida, including Lithia. Through service, partnerships, education, and community engagement, we strive to address local needs while advancing the principles of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.