Alpha Phi Alpha brothers in formal attire
Est. 1906  ·  Cornell University  ·  Serving Atlanta, GA

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First of All.
Servants
of All.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. — Mu Lambda Chapter

"First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All"

A Brotherhood Built on Service & Excellence

Brothers, alumni, and guests — welcome to the digital home of Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Since our chartering here in Atlanta, we have remained committed to the timeless charge passed down from the jewels of Cornell: to be first in scholarship, first in service, and first in the uplift of our communities.

Our chapter represents over four decades of unbroken service to the Metro Atlanta region — mentoring young men, funding education, advancing civic engagement, and upholding the dignity of Black men in every field of endeavor. We are proud Alphas, and we invite you to stand with us.

Whether you are a brother returning home, a young man seeking purpose, or a partner in our mission — you are welcome here. The work continues.

Bro. Marcus L. Whitfield

President, Mu Lambda Chapter  |  Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Chapter President Marcus L. Whitfield

119 Years of
Transcendence

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York — the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African Americans. Seven visionary young men, known as the Jewels, created a brotherhood that would shape the course of history.

From those Ivy League halls, the fraternity grew into a worldwide movement of scholars, civic leaders, and servants. Our illustrious roster includes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Thurgood Marshall, W.E.B. Du Bois, and generations of men who defined what excellence in service looks like.

Mu Lambda Chapter was chartered in Atlanta, Georgia in 1983, continuing this legacy of distinction in one of America's most historically rich cities. For over four decades, our brothers have served the community with the same fire that ignited that first chapter more than a century ago.

1906
Year Founded
Cornell
Founded at
1983
Chapter Chartered
700+
Global Chapters
"First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All."
— Motto of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., est. 1906

Initiatives That Move Communities

Our fraternity has championed transformative national programs for over a century. Mu Lambda Chapter carries each one forward with pride and purpose.

Voter registration drive

Civic Engagement

A Voteless People Is a Hopeless People

Our signature voter registration and civic action initiative has mobilized communities across the nation since 1932, ensuring that Black voices are heard at every level of government.

Youth education mentorship

Education

Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College

Launched by our fraternity in 1920, this program has guided hundreds of thousands of young people toward higher education, making the dream of college a reality for underserved youth.

Young men in mentorship program

Male Development

Project Alpha

A life-skills program focused on teenage males, addressing responsible fatherhood, health education, and personal development — giving young men the tools to thrive with purpose and dignity.

Brothers mentoring and supporting one another

Brotherhood

Brother's Keeper

An initiative dedicated to mental health, wellness, and mutual accountability among brothers — because excellence is sustained by the strength of the men who hold each other up.

By the Numbers

$280K+
Scholarships
Awarded
18,400+
Community
Service Hours
142
Active & Alumni
Brothers
41 yrs
Serving
Atlanta

Mark Your Calendar

All Events
Aug
02
Annual Scholarship Gala

Fundraiser  ·  Black Tie

Mu Lambda Chapter Scholarship Gala 2026

Our signature annual fundraiser supporting the next generation of scholars. An evening of fellowship, recognition, and purpose at the Marriott Marquis, Atlanta.

Marriott Marquis  ·  Downtown Atlanta, GA  ·  7:00 PM

Sep
13
Back-to-School Drive

Community Service

Project Alpha Back-to-School Supply Drive

Brothers unite to distribute backpacks, school supplies, and mentorship materials to over 400 students in underserved Atlanta neighborhoods. All are welcome to volunteer.

South Atlanta Community Center  ·  Atlanta, GA  ·  9:00 AM

Oct
18
Voter Registration Day

Civic Engagement

A Voteless People Is a Hopeless People — Action Day

A day of on-the-ground voter registration, civic education, and community organizing across multiple Atlanta precincts. Every registered voter is a victory for our legacy.

Multiple Sites  ·  Metro Atlanta, GA  ·  8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Alpha Phi Alpha brotherhood gathering
Brothers at a community event

Become a Man of Purpose

Alpha Phi Alpha is open to men of academic excellence, moral character, and a genuine desire to serve. Whether you are pursuing undergraduate or graduate membership, or returning to reactivate your bond with the brotherhood, Mu Lambda Chapter welcomes you home.

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    Undergraduate Membership College men enrolled full-time with a 2.5+ GPA seeking brotherhood, scholarship, and leadership development.
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    Graduate / Alumni Membership Initiated brothers and college-educated men joining our graduate chapter to continue service in the Atlanta community.
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    Reclamation Returning brothers who are financial members in good standing may reactivate. Reach out — the brotherhood never closes its door.
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    Pay Chapter Dues Active brothers: keep your membership current to vote, participate in programs, and uphold your oath of service.

Invest in the Next Generation

The Mu Lambda Chapter Scholarship Fund has been fueling futures since 1988. Each year, we award merit and need-based scholarships to deserving students in the Metro Atlanta area — young men and women who carry within them the promise of a better tomorrow.

Your contribution — of any size — directly funds a scholarship check that changes a family's trajectory. Our brothers match every dollar raised at our annual gala. Together, we have invested over a quarter million dollars in Atlanta's youth.

The scholarship application opens each January. Donors, partners, and community members who wish to contribute may do so at any time.

$280K+ Total Awarded
97 Scholars Funded
38 yrs Running
Scholarship recipient with chapter brothers

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Join the Legacy.
Support the Work.

The mission of Alpha Phi Alpha is not a moment — it is a way of life. Stand with Mu Lambda Chapter and help us serve Atlanta for generations to come.