Background
Tharpe, Don I. was born in January 1952.
Tharpe, Don I. was born in January 1952.
Bachelor of Science, Murray State University, 1974. Master of Science, Murray State University, 1975. Doctor of Philosophy in Education Administration, Virginia Polytechnic & State University.
Director trade and vocational education Missouri State Department Education. With American Vocational Association. Director professional programs Association of School Business Officials International, Reston, Virginia, 1985—1989, acting executive director, 1989—1990, executive director, 1990—2002.
Executive vice president, chief operating officer Council on Foundations, Washington, 2002—2006. President, Chief Executive Officer Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc., since 2005. Former member National Policy Board for Educational Administration.
Member of American Society Association Executives (former vice chair, fellow), Greater Washington Society Association Executives, Alpha Phi Alpha.
Married Linda Tharpe. Children: Justin, Adrienne.