The Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta GEMS (Growing & Empowering Myself Successfully) Institute is a mentoring program for African-American girls in high school, sponsored by the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter (“IAC”) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, (“Delta”).
Delta is a public service organization founded in 1913 by 22 black women dedicated to uplifting their community in the areas of educational development, economic development, and many other powerful ways. The Delta GEMS Institute is one of Delta’s flagship programs that has been in existence for well over 40 years.
The goals for the Delta GEMS Institute are: to instill the need to excel academically; to provide tools that enable girls to sharpen and enhance their skills to achieve high levels of academic success; to assist girls in proper goal setting and planning for their futures in high school and beyond; and to create compassionate, caring, community minded young women by actively involving them in service learning and community service opportunities.
The Delta GEMS Institute is designed for young women:
Delta is a public service organization founded in 1913 by 22 black women dedicated to uplifting their community in the areas of educational development, economic development, and many other powerful ways. The Delta GEMS Institute is one of Delta’s flagship programs that has been in existence for well over 40 years.
The goals for the Delta GEMS Institute are: to instill the need to excel academically; to provide tools that enable girls to sharpen and enhance their skills to achieve high levels of academic success; to assist girls in proper goal setting and planning for their futures in high school and beyond; and to create compassionate, caring, community minded young women by actively involving them in service learning and community service opportunities.
The Delta GEMS Institute is designed for young women:
Who are in grades 9-12
Who have potential, but need guidance, support and skills to achieve success
Who are interested in developing leadership skills
Who are actively pursuing college and/or career options
Who need encouragement and support in pursuit of higher learning.
Who have potential, but need guidance, support and skills to achieve success
Who are interested in developing leadership skills
Who are actively pursuing college and/or career options
Who need encouragement and support in pursuit of higher learning.
The Delta GEMS Institute activities include participation in community service projects, cultural events, and attending educational workshops where we present topics such as choosing the most appropriate college, career choices, social and professional etiquette, self-esteem building, wellness, money management and of course having lots of fun.
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.
2026 - 2027 Program Information
We are excited to announce that the 2026–2027 Delta G.E.M.S. application is OPEN!
Application Window: October 3–October 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Please remember—this is a strict deadline. Applications received after October 17 will not be reviewed by the committee.
TWO STEPS = COMPLETE APPLICATION!
The application has TWO required parts. Please make sure you complete both!
1. Complete the Google Survey.
2026–2027 Delta G.E.M.S. Application
2. Download and complete the Parent/Guardian Forms: DST Risk Management Parent Forms
Please email the completed form with signatures to: [email protected]
Email Subject: (Participant Name) Application Material
Please be sure to:
Attendance Requirement
Delta G.E.M.S. is an exciting opportunity for young women to grow, learn, build friendships, develop leadership skills, serve their community, and explore their future! Participants may have many activities and commitments, so please review the workshop dates carefully before applying to ensure this program is a good fit.
Participants are allowed only TWO absences from required workshops throughout the program.
SAVE THE DATES!
Meeting Locations
International District Community Center
3540 Commercial Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Edison School of the Arts
777 S. White River Pkwy Dr. W.
Indianapolis, IN 46221
December 12 only
We look forward to another meaningful and engaging year of Delta G.E.M.S. and are excited to welcome our new and returning participants! Please feel free to share this information and website with families who may be interested in the Delta G.E.M.S. Program.
Questions about the Delta G.E.M.S. program or application process can be emailed to [email protected].
Application Window: October 3–October 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Please remember—this is a strict deadline. Applications received after October 17 will not be reviewed by the committee.
TWO STEPS = COMPLETE APPLICATION!
The application has TWO required parts. Please make sure you complete both!
1. Complete the Google Survey.
2026–2027 Delta G.E.M.S. Application
2. Download and complete the Parent/Guardian Forms: DST Risk Management Parent Forms
Please email the completed form with signatures to: [email protected]
Email Subject: (Participant Name) Application Material
Please be sure to:
- Complete and return all required forms.
- List every adult authorized to pick up your child on Appendix B4.
- Student drivers and students who will transport other Delta G.E.M.S. participants must complete Appendix B5, B6a, and B6b.
Attendance Requirement
Delta G.E.M.S. is an exciting opportunity for young women to grow, learn, build friendships, develop leadership skills, serve their community, and explore their future! Participants may have many activities and commitments, so please review the workshop dates carefully before applying to ensure this program is a good fit.
Participants are allowed only TWO absences from required workshops throughout the program.
SAVE THE DATES!
- Parent Welcome Meeting (Virtual): Thursday, October 29
- Required Workshops:
- November 14
- December 12
- January 16
- February 13
- March 13
- April 10 — Extended Session
- Community Service: TBD and optional
Meeting Locations
International District Community Center
3540 Commercial Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Edison School of the Arts
777 S. White River Pkwy Dr. W.
Indianapolis, IN 46221
December 12 only
We look forward to another meaningful and engaging year of Delta G.E.M.S. and are excited to welcome our new and returning participants! Please feel free to share this information and website with families who may be interested in the Delta G.E.M.S. Program.
Questions about the Delta G.E.M.S. program or application process can be emailed to [email protected].