The Charlotte Alumni Association serves as a cornerstone for fostering loyalty, cooperation, and support for Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU). Our overall goals are to nurture a spirit of camaraderie and fellowship among the alumni and to be instrumental in promoting school loyalty, devotion, and responsibility for our alma mater.
By collaborating with the University’s Administration and other alumni organizations, we are able to foster activities that are beneficial for the students, prospective students, and faculty of Johnson C. Smith University.
We understand that we can’t achieve our goals without people like you, therefore we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all members, past and present, who have devoted their time, resources, and expertise to further the mission of our organization. Your unwavering support and dedication are invaluable, and we look forward to continuing this noble journey together.
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Golf Tournament
The Charlotte Alumni Assocation’s Annual Golf Tournament, held each Spring, has become a signature event of our fundraising efforts, designed to bolster financial support for students and Johnson C. Smith University. (LEARN MORE)
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In The Community
The Outreach Committee serves as a bridge between the Alumni Chapter, the University, and the greater Charlotte community. Through volunteerism, community service initiatives and partnerships with local organizations, we collaborate with fellow alumni to increase visibility and impact throughout the Charlotte area and on campus. (LEARN MORE)
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Calendar of Events
We invite you to attend and support the many events associated with the Charlotte Alumni Association.
At A Glance
2026 Porsche Macan Raffle - October 10 deadline (details)
Leadership
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Derrick Dillard
Current CAA President
Fellow JCSU Charlotte Alumni,
I am incredibly honored and energized as your newly elected President of the JCSU Charlotte Alumni Association. Thank you for entrusting me with this opportunity to lead our esteemed chapter. (read more)
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Dr. Craig Bell
NAA President, Immediate Past CAA President (bio)
Over the past decade, I have had the honor of serving JCSU as a member of the Executive Board of the Charlotte Alumni Association (CAA) in various capacities. Initially, I served as Parliamentarian, Vice President and, ultimately, I was fortunate to serve as President. (read more)
Charlotte Alumni Association Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dues are $100 and covers your membership into the Charlotte Alumni Association ($50) and the National Alumni Association ($50). The Charlotte Chapter is responsible for reporting your membership and forwarding your dues. Your dues are for one fiscal year.
If paying by Cash App, there is a required $3.25 fee for a single membership and a fee of $5.35 for dual memberships. $jcsuchltalumni
(dues may also be paid at the following link click here)
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Your membership dues helps support the many requests the Charlotte Chapter receives from students, campus organizations, endowed fund, athletics, special projects and special events we host.
We also sponsor the Little Miss and Mister Johnson C. Smith University.
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We encourage all financial members to attend our in person meetings. Cards may be picked up then. Otherwise, email the chapter to have them mailed: jcsucharlottealumni@gmail.com
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The purpose of our Mentorship Program is to assist incoming and currently enrolled freshman in navigating the college experience by offering guidance and support to help them stay on track for graduation. This is a four year program and requires students (mentees) to remain active with the program for internship and career connection opportunities.
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To qualify for the Charlotte Chapter’s Endowed Fund scholarship, students must meet the following criteria: must be an incoming freshman, graduating from the Charlotte Mecklenburg School system, have a minimum 2.8 GPA, and involved in extra curricular activities.
The Johnson C. Smith University Charlotte Alumni Association showed up in big numbers for our annual outreach project with Block Love Charlotte.