Charles & Hattie Nash Named Alexis de Tocqueville Society's Family Of The Year

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The United Way of West Alabama’s Alexis de Tocqueville Society this week named Charles and Hattie Nash its 2024 Family of the Year.

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The honor is presented annually to a family whose generosity and civic engagement have made a lasting difference in the West Alabama community.

“The Nash family embodies everything the Alexis de Tocqueville Society stands for,” UWWA President and CEO Jackie Wuska said. “Their commitment to education, youth development, and community service has not only improved lives but inspired generations of leaders.”

Charles and Hattie Nash were both raised in Summit, Mississippi and married in 1968, before devoting their lives to public service while playing key roles in school desegregation efforts in Mississippi and advancing education policy across Georgia and Alabama.

Charles Nash served 28 years with The University of Alabama System and became the first person of color to hold its highest administrative role.

Hattie Nash worked as an educator across grade levels, mentoring young women and supporting literacy programs along the way.

The couple remained active in civic life outside of the classroom by contributing to organizations such as Rotary Club, the Boy Scouts and United Way, in addition to church ministries.

UWAA says Charles and Hattie Nash's legacy can be seen in their children, Kimberly and Charles Jr., and grandchildren Sidney Elizabeth, Joseph “Joey” Bradford, Jonathan and Taj.

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