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Meet the 2026 Shining Stars

By InTouch / January 6, 2026

The South Carolina State University Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 Shining Stars, students recognized by their colleges for excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. These emerging leaders reflect the impact of philanthropy and the strength of Bulldog tradition. Meet the 2026 Shining Stars   Sierra J. Curnell College of Graduate & Professional Studies…

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Calling All Sponsors!

By InTouch / December 12, 2025

Be part of the legacy at the 35th Annual South Carolina State University Foundation Scholarship Gala & Tribute — coming April 25, 2026, to Charleston, SC! Your sponsorship is more than visibility — it’s a direct investment in student scholarships, access, and leadership development. From the $1,500 Neutron Star level to the $350,000 Presenting Sponsor,…

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Thank You for Supporting the SC State University Foundation this Giving Tuesday

By InTouch / December 5, 2025

Thank You for Supporting the SC State University Foundation this Giving Tuesday. To our donors, alumni, partners, and friends: thank you. Your support of the South Carolina State University Foundation is changing lives across our university community. Together, we are strengthening opportunities for deserving students and ensuring SCSU remains a beacon of excellence and equity…

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South Carolina State University Foundation Selects Graystone Consulting from Morgan Stanley as New Investment Manager

By InTouch / November 28, 2025

Orangeburg, S.C. – November 28, 2025 – The South Carolina State University Foundation today announced that it has selected Graystone Consulting from Morgan Stanley to serve as its new investment manager following a comprehensive national search aligned with the Foundation’s investment governance requirements. The Foundation’s Board is dedicated to a strong, forward-looking investment strategy that supports South…

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South Carolina State University Foundation Announces 35th Annual Scholarship Gala & Tribute in Charleston

By InTouch / November 10, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lorne Steedley Phone: 404-772-1987 Email:  lorne.steedley@scsu.edu Website: http://scsuf-archive.pillarwebdesign.com/gala-2026 Orangeburg, S.C. — November 10, 2025 — The South Carolina State University Foundation will host its Thirty-Fifth Annual Scholarship Gala & Tribute on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Charleston, South Carolina—an evening dedicated to celebrating excellence, legacy, and opportunity. This milestone event coincides…

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SCSU Foundation Earns Four-Star Rating for Excellence and Transparency

By InTouch / November 4, 2025

Dear Colleagues, Partners, and Friends, The South Carolina State University Foundation has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, the highest possible distinction for excellence in financial health, accountability, and transparency. This rating places the Foundation among the top-performing nonprofits nationwide — a reflection of our team’s integrity, our strong partnership with South Carolina State…

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South Carolina State University Foundation Highlights Growth, Stewardship, and Impact in Annual Report

By InTouch / October 24, 2025

Orangeburg, S.C. — October 27, 2025 — The South Carolina State University (SCSU) Foundation has released its 2024 Annual Report, underscoring a year of meaningful progress in scholarship support, institutional advancement, and governance excellence. The Foundation continues to build on its mission to transform generosity into opportunity through scholarships, endowed positions, and capital improvements that…

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South Carolina State University Foundation Announces Appointment of New Executive Director

By madwire / September 25, 2025

Orangeburg, SC – The South Carolina State University Foundation (SCSUF) is proud to announce the appointment of Lorne Steedley as its new Executive Director. A seasoned nonprofit and foundation leader with more than two decades of experience in philanthropy, strategic management, fundraising, and inclusive economic development, Steedley will assume leadership of the Foundation effective immediately. …

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South Carolina State University Foundation Welcomes Six New Members to Its Board of Directors

By Renee Erwing / September 18, 2025

For Immediate Release September 18, 2025 Orangeburg, SC – The South Carolina State University Foundation (SCSUF) is pleased to announce the addition of six distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors: Chief Justice Donald W. Beatty (Ret.), Damian Duncan, Myesha “Tess” Fils-Aime, Jasmine Gurley, Kendra Speed-Sellers, and Stacy Stewart. In addition, two new ex-officio members…

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A Brief History of the South Carolina State University Foundation

By madwire / March 12, 2024

The South Carolina State University Foundation, formerly known as the South Carolina State College Educational Foundation, has a rich history that spans over three decades. Over the years, the foundation has evolved and grown, playing a pivotal role in promoting voluntary private support from various sources towards the university’s advancement.   Establishment and Name Change…

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