In This Section...
SCC Foundation

Dan L. Terhune Student Services Building, Ste. 102

SCC Foundation Office

Executive Director of Foundation | Advancement and Foundation John Jaraczewski
Phone: (864) 592-4448
Email: jaraczewskij@sccsc.edu

SCC Foundation Administration Charm Lowe
Phone: (864) 592-4624
Email: lowec@sccsc.edu

Foundation Assistant and Alumni Outreach Molly McKinney
Phone: (864) 592-4270
Email: mckinneym@sccsc.edu

Checks payable to:
SCC Foundation

Mail to:
SCC Foundation
P.O. Box 4386
Spartanburg, SC 29305

When You Need a Helping Hand

Fill the Backpack Fund Offers Relief for New Students

What You Need to Know:

Applies only to a first semester freshmen or a returning college student who has been out of school for more than 3 years.
This must be the applicant’s first year at SCC.
The maximum award is $500.
This fund may be awarded one time only.

Before You Apply:

FAFSA submission is required.
Applicants must have applied for all other assistance, including loans.
Applicants must show proof of financial hardship which has been created by events beyond their control.
Applicants may not have a past due balance with the College.
Applicants must provide both a detailed explanation and proof of why the funds are needed; I don’t have money is not enough.
The SCC Foundation will cover 85% of the total cost; the student is responsible for the additional 15% and should be prepared to pay the balance at the time of purchase.

Please note, the following circumstances are NOT considered acceptable reasons to apply.

Need help paying college tuition or fees
Need help with past due debts to college, including old student loans
Childcare costs (please contact the AIM Center for these resources)
Non-Emergency related medical bills
Non-Emergency related travel costs
Any Non-Essential or Entertainment related monthly fees including but not limited to; cable, streaming services, online gaming subscriptions, and internet service (to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis)
A life event from more than 1 month ago, except for events which have prevented the applicant from working since they occurred
Day to day expenses such including but not limited to; rent, car payments, phone bills, and electric bills, unless they are past due because of an event beyond the applicant’s control

Please don't fill out this input box.

Full Name*

SCC Student ID Number*

Email*

Full Address (City, State, Zip Code Included)*

What is your cumulative GPA (minimum 2.0)?*

List books needed, and the cost of each book.*

Enter the TOTAL amount needed for books here.

If request is approved, provide maximum 75% of total cost.

If request is approved, provide minimum 15% of total cost.

Please select the option that best describes you.*

Phone Number*

What is your program of study at SCC?*

Do you participate in SCC's AIM Program?*

Please describe your circumstances that require funding consideration.*

Confirmation of Statements*

I certify that the above facts are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I understand that I subject myself to disciplinary action in the event that the above facts are found to be falsified.