GOVERNANCE
The sorority is governed by the constitution, policies, and procedures voted on by chapter delegates at the sorority's biennial boule' (convention). The Grand Basileus is the president and chief executive officer of the sorority and is responsible for establishing the sorority's programmatic thrust.
The National Executive Board is responsible for overseeing the implementation of policies established during the Boule', overseeing the operation of the sorority and its budget, and acting on issues that arise between boule's. The National Trustees oversees the upkeep of sorority property.
The sorority is supported by dues and gifts from its members, chapters, and auxiliary groups which are restricted for educational and charitable programs, services, and the operational expenses of the organization. The sorority is in compliance with accepted business practices and procedures and its financial operations are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is tax exempt under Section 501 (c) (7) of the Internal Revenue Code. The sorority is exempt from paying Federal Income Tax on the income received from dues, chapter tax, interest, sales of certain items, etc. Contributions to the sorority are not tax deductible.
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