Our Focus
The OLA Charitable Foundation serves to improve the lives of DC Youth and the Community at-large, as well as brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity through the use of charitable fundraising and programs in partnership with the Omicron Lambda Alpha Chapter.
The Foundation believes that through diligent charitable fundraising and programs, we can establish endowed scholarships for local students, fund a community-focused building, and give to and create programs that benefit DC youth.
Board of Directors
Shallum Atkinson, Esq.
Shallum is a corporate litigation attorney in Washington, D.C. handling complex matters on behalf of clients. His prior experience includes serving as a senior advisor in the U.S. Congress and government relations in higher education.
Chairman/Director, 26
Anthony Mitchell
Director, '26Anthony is the Vice President of Federal Affairs at AHIP, advocating on behalf of members who provide health care coverage and other services. His prior experience includes in the U.S. Congress and D.C. government
Ryan Robinson
Director, '27Ryan is a finance professional serving in the District of Columbia government. His prior experience includes finance work within the U.S. Federal Government and policy development programs.
Chester Holland
Chester is a college professor and dedicated researcher, who analyzes the impact of urban policy. His prior experiences include strategic analytics in one of the largest school districts in the country in Philadelphia and other university experience.
Vice Chairman/Director, '26
Kirk Mensah
Director, '27Kirk is a senior federal housing professional with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. His prior experience includes leadership in nonprofit and community initiatives focused on education and economic empowerment.
Malcolm Blow
Malcolm is the Chief Information Security Officer at Bowie State University. His prior experience consulting on information security and serving as a cybersecurity engineer throughout the U.S. Federal Government.
Treasurer/Director, '26
Dr. Bernard X. James, Sr.
Dr. James is a principal at Kemp Mill Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD. As a long-time leader in education, Dr. James continues to leverage his experience to drive forward mentoring and scholarship activities.
Director, '26
Kuishon Brown
Director, '27Kuishon is a technology and engineering professional with experience in mechanical engineering. His prior experience includes leadership and service initiatives focused on expanding opportunities for young professionals.
Melvin Kenney, III
Director, '27Melvin is an antitrust and competition attorney in Washington, D.C., advising clients on complex regulatory, and litigation matters. His prior experience includes working on significant litigation involving antitrust and entertainment.
Armani Madison
Director, '27Armani is a litigation attorney in Washington, D.C., handling complex commercial disputes. His prior experience includes serving as a federal appellate law clerk and advancing mentorship and professional development programs.
Quantral Fletcher
Ex Officio, '26Quantral is the Deputy Inspector General for Investigations at the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. His prior experience includes investigative and leadership roles with the Department of Defense and U.S. Armed Forces.
Anthony Hines
Ex Officio, '26Anthony is a compliance officer for a federal credit union managing financial accountability and reporting. His prior experience includes counseling the Department of Veterans Affairs on legal matters.
Let’s Work Together
Charitable Foundation Contact Information
Email: olacharitablefoundation@gmail.com
Mail: 1100 New Jersey Ave, SE, Ste. 2120, Washington, DC 20003
