Welcome to the South Carolina Federal Credit Union Foundation.
Our mission is to support charitable and educational efforts related to basic human needs, through contributions and volunteerism, for the betterment of the communities South Carolina Federal Credit Union serves.
What Drives Us?
Our Impact
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![Volunteers packing food]()
Feeding Our Communities
We strive to reduce food insecurity through our collaboration with Feeding the Carolinas Charities.
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![Volunteers at Children's Miracle Network]()
Supporting Children's Medical Care
Our work with Children's Miracle Network Charities helps ensure children receive the best possible care.
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Comforting Those in Need
We hope to prevent and alleviate human suffering during emergencies by assisting the American Red Cross.
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![Group Photo at Alzheimer's Bike Ride]()
Creating a World Without Alzheimer's and All Other Dementia
We support the Alzheimer's Association, which focuses on global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
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![Kids in a classroom setting]()
Elevating Our Youth
We help young people reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens through the Boys and Girls Club of the Pee Dee.
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![Employee Group Photo]()
Taking Care of Our Own
South Carolina Federal's Employee Relief Fund provides assistance and paid time off to our employees who experience difficulties due to catastrophes and life-changing events.
Tracking Our Impact.
2023
In 2023, South Carolina Federal and our employees donated more than $156,766 and almost 4,870 volunteer hours to local nonprofits.
4,000+ Volunteer Hours
Time spent volunteering by our employees in 2021 to serve our communities.
76%
More than three-quarters of our employees participated in the Employee Giving Campaign in 2023, donating more than $120,000 while the Credit Union pledged an additional $60,000.
3,372 Volunteer Hours
Time spent volunteering by our employees in 2022 to serve our communities.
$1.9+ million
Donated by South Carolina Federal Foundation since 2013 to help people in need throughout the communities we serve.
$156,766
In contributions from the Credit Union and our employees’ during 2023 through pledges and donations.
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![Carrie Lewis]()
"I volunteer because I know that I can help make a difference in the lives of others. There's no better feeling than knowing you made someone's day a little brighter or gave someone a reason to smile."
Carrie Lewis
Foundation Promotions Specialist
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![Kim Cribb]()
"I volunteer because it allows me to share my passion of "People Helping People". It is not about recognition; it is about making a difference."
Kim Cribb
Liaison, Employee Relief Fund -
![Paige Turner]()
"I volunteer because I want to teach my kids about the importance of doing good for others... that building a community you want to live in only happens when you use your time and talents to give back."
Paige Turner
Foundation, Giving Coordinator -
![Amy Alderman]()
"I volunteer because it is FUN! I love supporting MN Hospitals because the events are fun, relationships are built, and lives are saved. It isn't a "have to"; it is a "get to" for me!
Amy Alderman
Liaison, Children’s Miracle Network -
![Roxanne Tanguay]()
"I volunteer to give back to the community and to help those who are less fortunate. I also include my nephew in volunteering as much as possible to show him how important it is to get involved and give back."
Roxanne Tanguay
Liaison, Lowcountry Food Bank -
![Aesha Patel]()
"I volunteer because it's a great opportunity to be involved in my community and to give back."
Aesha Patel
Upcoming Events
Charleston Dragon Boat Festival
On May 4th, join us at the Dragon Boat Charleston festival to help raise donations for cancer survivors. Donations raised by festival teams help fund Dragon Boat Charleston's mission programs including paddling, workshops in nutrition and exercise, social events, mentoring, P.A.T.H. outreach, race fees and scholarships for survivors.