Kappa Zeta Lambda
Clarksville, Tennessee
"First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All"
About Alpha
Our Mission
"Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities."
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A Legacy of Excellence
Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity for African Americans, was founded at Cornell University on December 4, 1906 by seven college men who recognized the need for a strong bond of Brotherhood.
Today, Alpha Phi Alpha has supplied voice and vision to the struggle of African-Americans and people of color around the world, with over 200,000 members initiated.
1906
The Beginning
Founded at Cornell University
1908
Expansion
First chapters at Howard and VUU
1911
Alumni Growth
First alumni chapter established
1919
Go-To-High-School
Flagship program launches
1945
Integration
Becomes interracial fraternity
1973
Kappa Zeta Chapter Founded
Clarksvilles & Fort Campbell
2011
MLK Memorial
National memorial dedication
Alpha Phi Alpha has produced history's most influential leaders, activists, artists, and change-makers.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Civil Rights Leader
Thurgood Marshall
Civil Rights Leader
W.E.B. Du Bois
Civil Rights Leader
Jesse Owens
Civil Rights Leader
Duke Ellington
Civil Rights Leader
Andrew Young
Civil Rights Leader
01
Stimulate Ambition
To stimulate the ambition of its members and prepare them for the greatest usefulness in the causes of humanity.
02
Promote Dignity
To encourage the highest and noblest form of manhood, freedom, and dignity of the individual.
03
Aid Humanity
To aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic, and intellectual status.
04
Foster Brotherhood
To develop strong bonds of brotherhood that transcend geographical, economic, and social boundaries.
Servant Leadership
Chapter Leadership
Answar Dotson
Chapter President
Dr. Stephen Williams
Vice President
Charles Wood
Dean of Membership
Charles Hall Historian
Jamie "Lee" Cage Jr.,
Financial Secretary
Donnie Hutchenson Corresponding Secretary
Daniel Kadeba, CPA Parliamentarian
Dr. Marlon Heaston Director of Educational Activities
William Johnson Recording Secretary
Anthony Bennett
Chaplain
Community Impact
Our Programs
A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People
Voter registration and civic engagement initiative empowering our community.
1000+ Registered
Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College
Flagship education program promoting academic achievement.
Since 1919
Project Alpha
Youth mentorship in partnership with March of Dimes.
500+ Mentored
My Brother's Keeper
Brotherhood and professional development initiative.
Active Program
Investing in Tomorrow
Education Foundation
KZL Education Foundation
Established to make a significant difference to students who need financial assistance while striving for academic excellence. Through generous donations, we invest in future leaders. This year we will be awarding six recipients with a non-renewable scholarship in the amount of $500. If the applicant pool allows, the six scholarships will be awarded as follows: Six (6) 2026 graduating high school seniors who are residents of Montgomery County or Fort Campbell
$3k+
Awarded Annually
10+
Scholars Supported
Scholarship criteria
Application Requirements
- Must be a resident of Montgomery County/Fort Campbell and have applied to any college/university for the fall semester 2026
- Must be graduating from high school by the summer of 2026
- Must be able to prove acceptance prior to receiving the scholarship
- Must submit high school transcript and copy of test scores with application
- Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
- Must have a minimum composite score on the following:
- ACT 17SAT 1130 or SAT 1130
- Must complete a 200–300-word essay on one of the topics listed on the application
- Must submit postmarked application by May 31, 2026.
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Your contribution directly supports scholarships, mentorship programs, and community initiatives.
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Connect With KZL
The Kappa Zeta Lambda Chapter proudly serves the Clarksville, Tennessee community. We welcome inquiries from those interested in Alpha Phi Alpha.
Location
Clarksville, Tennessee
contact@clarksvillealphas.org
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