D’Estee, Inc., a not for profit 501(c)3, was established May 9,1989 to solicit and contribute funds to support educational and cultural initiatives for the communities we serve. As President of D’Estee, Inc., it is my honor and pleasure to lead our Foundation as we continue to grow and meet the needs of our community. 

We need your involvement and your support of D’Estee, Inc. Our Adult Literacy program has served participants for more than 30 years and we have touched the lives of 500+ adult learners since its inception for the better. One of our goals is to upgrade technology used in the program to enhance participant learning. Your support will aid us as we look to achieve other goals to include facility repairs and a sound system upgrade to stay in step with increased needs of tenants and those involved in upcoming activities held on site. These improvements are in addition to covering monthly expenses and mortgage payments.

For 2022 we hope to upgrade the Adult Literacy Program technology, make property repairs, pay down the mortgage and modernize the sound system. The financial goal for the Foundation is to raise $150,000.  

Please know that we welcome your support now as we move forward to continue the work of D’Estee. Your contribution will certainly help us as we proceed to welcome everyone and the community back into our home – The D’Estee House.

Please consider donating to D’Estee, Inc through one of the means listed below:

If you are a member of Chicago Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., contact us to make your donation via Zelle.

We encourage you to click on the link below to browse our informational brochure and learn more about D’Estee, Inc.

Sincerely,

Andrea Brookins

President, D’Estee, Inc.