The Iota Phi Foundation of Pittsburgh cordially invites you to the 31st Annual Iota Phi Achievement Dinner on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Rivers Casino Event Center.

OUR MISSION & PURPOSE

For more than three decades, the Annual Iota Phi Achievement Dinner has stood as a premier signature event in Western Pennsylvania, dedicated to celebrating educational excellence, outstanding youth leadership, and exemplary community service.

Net proceeds from this evening directly fund the Foundation’s year-round community initiatives, including:

Direct Collegiate Scholarships: Awarding academic tuition scholarships to high-achieving high school seniors across Greater Pittsburgh (with over $430,000 awarded to date).
The Dr. Sylvester Pace HBCU Tour: Providing life-changing college exposure, campus visits, and admissions opportunities for regional high school students.
Youth Mentorship & Community Empowerment: Fostering positive youth development, leadership training, community service projects, and educational enrichment.

Join regional leaders, alumni, corporate partners, and friends for an inspiring evening honoring trailblazers who uplift our region and investing in the next generation of scholars.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Networking: Connect with civic, corporate, and community leaders.
Plated Banquet Dinner: A first-class dining experience at the Rivers Casino Event Center.
Scholarship Awards Presentation: Celebrating our 2026 collegiate scholarship recipients.
Achievement Honoree Recognition: Honoring distinguished community leaders and trailblazers.
Fellowship: An uplifting celebration to conclude the evening.

EVENT DETAILS AT A GLANCE

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Venue: Rivers Casino Event Center — Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule: Registration & Cocktail Hour at 5 PM followed by Plated Dinner and Awards Program at 6 PM
Attire: Formal / Black-Tie Optional
RSVP by Thursday, November 5, 2026

CRITICAL EVENT POLICIES & NOTICES

Rivers Casino Age & Entry Policy (Strict 21+ Rule): Per Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board regulations, all attendees must be at least 21 years of age and present a valid government-issued photo ID at security check-in.

Under-21 Exemption: The only exception applies to scholarship recipients or immediate children of an honoree. To fulfill mandatory state security clearance protocols, arrangements must be made with the committee by October 30, 2026. Please contact Event Chairman Ron Privette at iotaphifoundation@gmail.com immediately so the proper paperwork can be submitted. Guests under 21 will be denied entry by casino security with no exceptions.

Catering & Entrée Selection Deadline:

All attendee names and dinner entrée selections (Chicken, Salmon, or Vegetarian) must be finalized online no later than Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM.

Optional Givebutter Platform Tips:

To remove additional fees and optional tips during checkout, click the blue "Change" link next to the processing fee line and uncheck the fee coverage box. Additionally, Givebutter automatically adds an optional platform tip that does not go to the Foundation; this tip is 100% voluntary and can be removed by selecting "Other" from the tip dropdown menu on the final payment screen and entering $0.

REGISTRATION, TICKETS & CHECK PAYMENTS

Click the "Tickets" button to reserve individual admissions, group tables (10 seats), and souvenir program booklet ads.

Paying by Check / Corporate Invoice?

You must still complete your registration online through this page by selecting your tickets or tables.

Make Checks Payable To: Iota Phi Foundation (EIN: 23-2907335)
Memo Line: Achievement Dinner – [Your Givebutter Order #]
Mail Check To:
Iota Phi Foundation
1423 Liverpool Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
Please note: All checks, guest rosters, and meal selections must be received by Monday, November 2, 2026.

For general event questions, table seating arrangements, or corporate sponsorship packets, please contact Event Chairman Ron Privette at privette9@aol.com.

31st Annual Iota Phi Achievement Dinner

Hosted by the Iota Phi Foundation of Pittsburgh, Inc.