D'Estee

D’Estee, Inc. is a Chicago-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1989 to raise and contribute funds supporting college scholarships, educational opportunities, and cultural initiatives. The organization aims to empower individuals through education, foster cultural enrichment, and strengthen communities through equity and opportunity. Its work includes scholarships for students pursuing a range of academic and career paths, adult literacy education, senior cyber cafés, and clothing and toy drives. D’Estee also supports community engagement in areas including mental health, international relations, literacy, and political awareness.

Beyond its programs, D’Estee offers event space at its South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive location in Chicago. The venue can host celebrations, showers, receptions, pop-up shops, and other special events, with a main room and second-floor meeting space available. The nonprofit welcomes community involvement through volunteering, board service, and donations, which can be made by credit card, check, money order, or United Way and payroll contribution. Its board includes members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.’s Chicago Alumnae Chapter and community representatives.