A Night in Charlotte: TMCF to host a reception honoring the impact of Trailblazer Zandra Sue Johnson

May 29, 2024

Experience an impact-driven evening of meaningful connections, community engagement, and entertainment at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Impact Now: #HERImpact Evening Reception June 12, 6 – 9 p.m. at the Harvey B. Gantt Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event will honor Zandra Sue Johnson for her impact and trailblazing spirit of community activism. Tickets are $30 (General Admission) and $50 (VIP). VIP attendees receive a red-carpet experience, private tasting, open bar, and more.

The Charlotte mixer is part of a series of regional Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) events designed to fundraise and share the impact of TMCF on HBCU students and institutions. The reception precedes the TMCF Impact Now CEO Impact Awards set to take place June 13, at 8:30 a.m. at the Lowe’s Tech Hub. The CEO Impact Awards will honor Lowe’s CEO Marvin Ellison for his dedication to taking HBCUs and its students.  

Tickets for both events can be purchased online.

Join Thurgood Marshall College Fund for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate the legacy of Justice Thurgood Marshall and honor community activists and corporate partners who are making significant strides in removing barriers for HBCUs and the community-at-large.

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