Empower the Next Generation of Leaders

Education is the cornerstone of community transformation. Through the Groove Scholarship Program, we provide crucial financial assistance to Charlotte-area high school seniors and college freshmen. Since 2022, we have proudly awarded scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,000 to help students overcome financial barriers to higher education.

When you donate to our scholarship fund, you aren’t just giving money; you are investing in excellence and providing a pathway for young scholars to achieve their boldest goals. Together, we are not just building scholars—we are building stronger communities.

Our Impact (The Proof)

High School Graduates:

We proudly awarded scholarships to three recent high school graduates, supporting their educational journeys as one attends a local community college and two young women begin their studies at NC A&T and NCCU.

Spring 2026 Scholars: We invested $1,500 across three promising young men.

Jamir Sanders, an ambitious freshman accounting major with global career goals, received our premier $1,000 Groove Fund Matching Scholarship to attend Johnson C. Smith University.

 

Kennedy Kasonde, a driven biology honors student aiming for medical school, received a $250 award.

Alvis Wilson received a $250 award to support his journey in Culinary Arts.

2025 Scholars: We partnered with the UNC Charlotte 49er Alumni Chapter and Groove International to present two $1,000 scholarships.

Darryl Fisher received a $1,000 scholarship to study Biology at Livingstone College.

Oluwole Olugbamila received a $1,000 scholarship to pursue a Business major at UNC Charlotte.

We Need Your Support to Keep Growing

The need in our community continues to grow, and so does our commitment. But we cannot do it alone. Whether it is a one-time gift or a recurring contribution, your donation directly fuels our local outreach and the scholarship programs we have established.

Please consider making a contribution today to help us empower the next generation of scholars.

Thank you for standing with the Charlotte Graduate Chapter of Groove Phi Groove. Together, we are making a difference.