History

“To be an Alphaman means more than just to wear a pin, It requires intrinsic qualities that are developed deep within, It calls for lasting brotherhood, a word sometimes used in vain, It means an honest devotion, not anticipation of personal gain” … Fred H. Woodruff

About Us

History

The Xi Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was chartered on July 19, 1983 in the city of Fort Myers, Florida. The Original Charter members were Brothers: Reginald D. Billups, Frederick L. Carter, C.J. Clark, Walter Idlette, Jr., Willie Long, Barron Morris, Lovie L. Wells, Jr., and Lovie L. Wells, Sr. These chartering brothers were well regarded for their contributions to the Fort Myers community through their respective professions.

In 2004, the Xi Omicron Lambda Chapter was re-charted through the tenacity and fortitude of Brothers: Vincent June, Robert Norris, Winston Bishop, Lovie Wells, Jr., Lovie Wells, Sr., Gregory Brock Sr., and Tony Barringer. Since its re-chartering, the members of the Chapter have been making great strides to make a difference within the Fort Myers and surrounding communities we serve. Under the leadership of Gregory Brock, Sr., the SWFL Alpha Educational and Leadership Foundation was created and incorporated on October 7, 2015 as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. The members of the chapter serve as the Board of Directors of the foundation.

The Xi Omicron Lambda Chapter and SWFL Alpha Educational and Leadership Foundation have been providing leadership through its many service and community engagement efforts such as the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. UNITY Breakfast, Alpha Scholarship Program, Black & Gold Ball, Project Alpha, and March of Dimes. The brothers of Xi Omicron Lambda have held or continue to hold positions and work with the following community organizations as servant leaders outside of their professional careers:

Board of Directors

• Boys and Girls Club of Lee County

• Lee County Black History Society

• SWFL Alpha Educational and Leadership Foundation, Inc.

• Moore Haven Scholarship Organization

Chairman

• Lee County Board of County Commissioners’ Black Affairs Advisory Board

• Lee County Housing Authority

• Lee County Board of County Commissioners’ Multicultural Affairs Advisory Board

• Local NAACP Youth Work Committee

• James Stephens International Academy School Advisory Council

• Florida Federation of Alpha Chapters, Miss Black and Gold Pageant

The Lee County NAACP – Treasurer and Parliamentarian

The Isaac Anderson Jr. Bar Association – President and Secretary

100 Black Men of Southwest Florida, Inc. - President

Dunbar Festival Committee – President

Lee County School Board