ASU Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit, affiliated organization that aids the University in promoting educational and cultural welfare, developing and expanding facilities, and facilitating studies, research, and other academic pursuits.
The Foundation was chartered over 49 years ago, on August 27, 1973, and gained 501(c)3 status the following year. For nearly five decades, the Foundation has protected and grown its assets thanks to the generous contributions of those who believe in the mission of Alcorn State University.
| Executive Committee | Term |
|---|---|
| Dr. Dennis E. Thomas '74, Chair | July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024 |
| Ms. Carla Kirkland '86, Vice Chair | July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023 |
| Dr. Shelby Wilkes '71, Treasurer | July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023 |
| Board of Directors | |
| Dr. Charlie Bridges ’74 | July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 |
| Mr. Robert D. Gage IV | July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023 |
| Mr. Nathaniel Hughes ‘79 | July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024 |
| Mr. Wilbert L. Jones '73 | July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 |
Mr. Mike McCormick |
July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024 |
Dr. Jesse McGee '68 |
July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 |
| Ms. Lauren Middleton | July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024 |
| Dr. Anthony Newman '94 | July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024 |
| Dr. Orpheus Triplett '76 | July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 |
| Mr. Densel Fleming '93 (ASUNAA National President) | January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024 |
| Ex-Officio | |
| Dr. Felecia M. Nave '96, President, Alcorn State University | |
| Dr. Marcus D. Ward '00, Executive Director, ASU Foundation, Inc. |