Bro. David R. Scruggs, Esq. Memorial Fund

In Loving Memory of Brother David Rodney Scruggs, Esq.

The Delta Lambda Foundation honors the life and legacy of Brother David Rodney Scruggs, Esq., a devoted Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and a distinguished legal professional. Brother Scruggs's unwavering commitment to justice, community service, and brotherhood left an indelible mark on all who knew him.

Bro. Scruggs was initiated into the Theta Phi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., on April 11, 1981, and became a Life Member on February 16, 2006, holding Life Member Number 11476. An active member of the Delta Lambda Chapter, Brother Scruggs served as Parliamentarian until his passing and made significant contributions to the chapter’s initiatives and events. He authored numerous articles showcasing the chapter’s involvement in national conventions and leadership retreats, focusing on innovation and frontline engagement. Additionally, he served the Eastern Region as an Assistant General Counsel.

Professionally, Brother Scruggs had a distinguished career as an attorney with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). He specialized in federal sector labor and employment law, with extensive experience litigating cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), and the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA). His academic journey included earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Tennessee State University in 1986, followed by a Juris Doctorate from Texas Southern University - Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1998. He was admitted to the Tennessee Bar in 1999.

Brother David Rodney Scruggs's life exemplified the principles of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.—scholarship, fellowship, good character, and the uplifting of humanity. To honor his dedication to the fraternity and the community, the Delta Lambda Foundation has established the Bro. David R. Scruggs, Esq. Memorial Fund. This fund seeks to support initiatives that were close to Brother Scruggs's heart, continuing his legacy of service and excellence.