NEW YORK, NY – April 30, 2024 – Macy's Press Release

Today marks a significant milestone as Macy's unveils its exclusive product collection, paying homage to the rich legacy and profound impact of the five historically Black-founded fraternities of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), collectively known as The Divine Nine®. Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. joins in the celebration of this momentous occasion.The new collection, crafted by Macy's in collaboration with esteemed partners, is inspired by the signature colors and esteemed traditions of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. With prices starting at $49, the assortment includes a versatile array of polos, blazers, cardigans, accessories, and more.

Elwyn Mapps, Macy's Vice President of Men’s Sportswear and a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., expressed his enthusiasm for the collection, stating, “As a proud member of The Divine Nine, I am thrilled to provide members with a collection that reflects their organization’s mission and history while empowering members to express their personal style.”

This collaboration extends beyond fashion, as Macy’s, through its social purpose platform, Mission Every One, pledges support to various foundations selected by The Divine Nine Fraternities. This commitment underscores Macy’s dedication to fostering academic excellence, community service, and brotherhood.

The exclusive collection offers tailored and casual options suitable for a range of occasions, from Conclaves to Founders’ Day events, business meetings, and conferences. Created in partnership with renowned designers such as Tayion Collection®, Stacy Adams, and Macy’s private brand label, Club Room, the collection ensures diversity in style and size to cater to the preferences of all members.

Furthermore, Macy’s remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing the missions of The Divine Nine organizations. By January 2025, Macy’s pledges to donate $3M to various foundations selected by Divine Nine Fraternities and Sororities, with $1.75M already contributed to education and research foundations.

We ask invite all members to explore this exclusive collection, now available online at macys.com and in select Macy’s stores. Let us celebrate our heritage, express our individual styles, and continue to uphold the values of academic excellence, community service, and brotherhood that define our fraternity.

For further details about Macy’s and its initiatives, please visit macys.com/about.

About Macy’s

Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M), serves as the style source for generations of customers. With one of the nation’s largest e-commerce platforms powered by macys.com and mobile app, paired with a nationwide network of stores, Macy’s delivers the most convenient and seamless shopping experience, offering great values in apparel, home, beauty, accessories and more. Macy’s gives customers even more ways to shop and own their style through an off-price assortment at Macy’s Backstage and at our highly curated Macy’s small format stores. Each year, Macy’s provides millions with unforgettable experiences through Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® and helps our customers celebrate special moments, big and small. We’re guided by our purpose—to create a brighter future with bold representation—that empowers more voice, choice and ownership for our colleagues, customers, and communities.