The resolution recognizes Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. for its significant contributions to communities, the State of Arkansas, the nation, and the world. Founded on January 5, 1911, at Indiana University, the fraternity has grown to over 150,000 members across 700 chapters globally. It was established during a time of racial hostility, with its founders aiming to create a supportive social organization that emphasized achievement and leadership among Black students. The fraternity has a proud history of inclusivity, as its Constitution has never excluded members based on color, creed, or national origin.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is noted for its extensive community outreach efforts, including feeding the homeless, providing scholarships, mentoring young men, and supporting public health initiatives. The fraternity has also contributed over $1 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and has a legacy of service in the U.S. Armed Forces and disaster relief efforts. The resolution concludes by acknowledging the fraternity's notable members, such as Wilt Chamberlain and Colin Kaepernick, and calls for a copy of the resolution to be presented to its leadership.