This month, the spotlight shines brightly on Bro. Dr. Marco K. Merrick, a Delta Lambda Chapter Brother who exemplifies the commitment to Justice and Humanity that defines an Alpha man. As the chapter's Chaplain, Bro. Merrick is not only a spiritual guide but also a beacon of civic engagement and cultural enrichment in the Baltimore community.
Bro. Dr. Merrick was recently honored with the Equity in Employment & Opportunity Impact Award during the Annual Baltimore Civil Rights Breakfast. This prestigious award, presented by the Office of Equity & Civil Rights, recognized his considerable distinction in his role as Chief of Equity & Environmental Justice for Baltimore’s Department of Public Works (DPW).
In addition to his professional accolades, Bro. Dr. Merrick leveraged his musical gifts to serve the chapter and the community by expertly leading the planning and execution of the Annual Fall Concert!
We are ecstatic and profoundly proud to announce that Delta Lambda has been officially named the 2025 MAAC Chapter of the Year by the Mid-Atlantic Association of Alpha Phi Alpha Chapters! This monumental victory is not just an award; it is the definitive, regional recognition of our commitment to Five Star Service and leadership, proving beyond a doubt that the light of Delta Lambda shines brightest across the Mid-Atlantic. This honor belongs to every single Brother who has answered the call to duty and upheld the standards of Alpha!
Upholding the Standard of Excellence
The MAAC Chapter of the Year award recognizes the absolute best in regional fraternity achievement, and Delta Lambda earned it by operating with unmatched excellence in every phase of our mission. This award is a testament to our unwavering leadership and Brotherhood as we demonstrated superior chapter management, fiscal responsibility, and, most importantly, maintained a bond of brotherhood that powered our collective success. Our dedication to mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders remains paramount.
From our Beautillion program to our health and wellness initiatives, the tangible impact of Delta Lambda’s service in the Baltimore community could not be ignored. We truly embodied our Chapter’s new focus of providing a five-star service, making our presence felt where it mattered most.
Let us leverage the momentum of this MAAC Chapter of the Year victory to fuel our mission in 2026. We must maintain this level of dedication, retain the best talent, and continuously refine our service delivery. The region is watching. Let us show them why Delta Lambda is simply the best!
On Sunday, November 2, 2025, the Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. proudly hosted its Annual FallConcert at America’s First Cathedral—the Baltimore Basilica. The concert, presented in partnership with the Community Concert Choir of Baltimore, Inc., under the masterful direction of Brother Dr. Marco K. Merrick, brought together over 150 singers and musicians for a stirring afternoon of sacred anthems, hymns, and spirituals that filled the historic sanctuary with inspiration and purpose.
This year’s theme, “True to Our Native Land,” honored the profound cultural and spiritual heritage embodied in the music and in those who serve our community with distinction. The concert featured extraordinary solo performances and choral works such as “Go Down Moses” and “We Shall Overcome”, offering a deeply moving reflection on faith, resilience, and hope.
The evening was made especially memorable by the chapter’s posthumous tribute to Brother Dr. Kirk P. Gaddy, Sr., a devoted servant, educator, and stalwart supporter of Delta Lambda and the Community Concert Choir. His legacy of leadership, mentorship, and brotherhood was celebrated before an audience that included his family, friends, and colleagues from across Baltimore’s faith and educational communities.
In keeping with the fraternity’s mission to uplift the next generation, the program also recognized a representative group of Beaus from Delta Lambda’s Beautillion Scholars Program—young men who exemplify scholarship, leadership, and service. Their presence underscored the concert’s dual purpose: to honor our past while investing in our future.
As Delta Lambda marked its 106th Anniversary, the FallConcert once again demonstrated the chapter’s enduring commitment to cultural excellence, education, and service. Under the leadership of Chair Brother Rev. Timothy McFadden, Co-Chair Brother Dr. Anton C. Bizzell, and Chapter President Brother Min. Ryan Turner, the event not only captivated a standing-room-only audience but also raised critical funds to support Delta Lambda’s Educational Activities Programs, ensuring continued opportunities for Baltimore’s youth.
