About Us

Our Mission
At the Pearl and Ivy Community Corporation (PICC), our mission is to promote and provide educational, cultural, and social service opportunities for the Bay Area community. We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of deserving Bay Area students and the communities we serve. The Pearl & Ivy Community Corporation is a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization incorporated in California. We believe in the power of collective action and community involvement. Together, we work towards creating a brighter future for deserving Bay Area students and building stronger, more resilient communities.

Our Service Area
​Our primary service areas are Alameda and Contra Costa Counties in California. Within these vibrant communities, we strive to make a meaningful impact by supporting education, celebrating culture, and addressing our residents' essential social service needs.​​

The Pearl & Ivy Community Corporation Board

back row (l to r): Angela Jeffers, Shaune Zunzanyika, Madeline Nubie, Robin Thomas, Tamitrice Rice Mitchell-vacated, Betty Booker Morning
front row (l to r): Denise Parker, Sharese Hill, Johari Leaks (missing: Glenda Newell Harris and Cecilia Green)

Sharese Hill
​Chairman

Denise Parker
​Vice Chairman

Claudine Ratcliffe
Treasurer

​Johari Leaks
Secretary 

Robin Thomas
Financial Secretary

Angela Jeffers
Director 1

Shaune Zunzanyika
Director 2

Betty Booker Morning
Director 3

Cecilia Green
Director 4

Vacated
Director 5

Glenda Newell Harris
Director 6

The Pearl and Ivy Community Corporation Membership

 We are proud to have a membership of over 160 members, all part of the Alpha Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. This passionate and committed group of individuals forms the backbone of our organization, driving our mission to empower deserving Bay Area students and uplift our communities.