Dr. Jeffrey A. Smith Endowment
Administration
The Dr. Jeffrey A. Smith Endowed Scholarship was established in 2019. Johnson C. Smith University’s Office of Financial Aid serves as administrator of this endowment. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the University. The payout amount will vary in accordance with investment performance, current conditions, and University payout policy. The number of scholarships awarded will vary depending upon the amount of investment income. A selection committee appointed by the University will choose student recipients. The University will provide the names of awardees and an annual accounting of the endowment to individuals listed in the Contacts tab.
Why Contribute
Dr. Jeffrey A. Smith was a staunch advocate for students and their academic, cultural, and spiritual development. He became the Director of Admissions at Johnson C. Smith University in 1999 and later climbed to the role of Vice President of Student Affairs. Dr. Smith went on to serve in similar capacities at Bethune–Cookman, Shaw and Cheyney universities. Under his guidance, countless students achieved their dream of a college education. Much of their success can be attributed to Dr. Smith’s ability to see opportunities where others saw irresolvable problems. Dr. Smith knew the key to success is opportunity. Your contribution, big or small, will provide a valuable opportunity to make a difference in a young person’s life.
Making a Donation
Contributions of all forms should be made payable to Johnson C. Smith University, with a memo referencing the “Dr. Jeffrey A. Smith Endowed Scholarship”.
Mail Attention to:
Office of Institutional Advancement
Johnson C. Smith University
100 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
Electronic payments: Please visit JCSU.edu and select the Giving tab.
In person: Please contact one of the individuals listed in the Contacts tab.
Corporate matching gifts: Please take advantage of your employers matching gift program when making a contribution.