AARP Delaware and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Partner on Community Initiatives

Collaboration yields results in fraud prevention and student support in New Castle County

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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AARP Delaware and the Lambda Delta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have developed a collaborative partnership to address community needs in New Castle County. Through joint efforts, the organizations have worked together on initiatives such as sponsoring a scholarship golf outing and hosting community shredding events to fight fraud.

Why it matters

The partnership between AARP Delaware and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity demonstrates how organizations can come together to positively impact local communities. By leveraging their shared commitment to service and community involvement, the two groups are able to deliver tangible benefits to residents of New Castle County.

The details

The partnership was facilitated by David Clayton, who is AARP Delaware's Business Operation Analyst and a member of Phi Beta Sigma. Clayton connected with Randy Johnson, President of the Sigma Cares Foundation, and the two recognized a shared mission to support the local community. The collaboration has led to AARP Delaware sponsoring the Sigma Cares Annual Golf Outing, which funds scholarships, as well as joint efforts to host community shredding events to fight fraud.

  • The partnership between AARP Delaware and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was developed in 2026.
  • The two organizations have hosted community shredding events to fight fraud for the past 3 years.

The players

AARP Delaware

A state office of the national AARP organization that focuses on advocacy and community programs for older adults in Delaware.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

A historically African American Greek-letter organization founded on the principles of brotherhood, scholarship, and service.

David Clayton

AARP Delaware's Business Operation Analyst and a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

Randy Johnson

President of the Sigma Cares Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.

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What they’re saying

“As President of the Lambda Delta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., I value the opportunity to connect the organization where I am employed with the one I serve as a volunteer.”

— David Clayton (AARP.org)

What’s next

AARP Delaware plans to grow the partnership by increasing community programs, expanding service projects, and creating more opportunities for residents of New Castle County to participate and benefit. The organizations will continue efforts to fight fraud, develop service opportunities, and uphold the guiding principles of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

The takeaway

The collaboration between AARP Delaware and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity demonstrates how nonprofit organizations can work together to leverage their shared values and resources to make a meaningful impact in their local communities.