Every gift to the TCL Foundation makes a difference, creating life-changing opportunities for students, supporting dedicated faculty and staff, and strengthening the communities we serve. Your support touches every corner of the college, empowering students and educators with the resources they need to thrive.
Student Scholarships and Support
Your gifts remove financial barriers and open doors to brighter futures. Each year, more than 100 students receive scholarships that make their educational goals possible. You also provide critical emergency support, helping students overcome unexpected challenges and stay on the path to success.
Career and Technical Training
You are building the workforce of tomorrow. Your support has funded the launch of innovative programs like Robotics and FoodTEC, providing cutting-edge training for high-demand careers. You’ve also helped develop advanced welding, manufacturing, and industrial training programs at the Colleton Career Skills Center, preparing students for skilled, high-paying jobs.
Culinary Excellence and Innovation
Your generosity is inspiring the next generation of culinary leaders. You’ve supported the creation of the Clist Cafe and the Foodseum at the Culinary Institute of the South, providing students with hands-on learning experiences and a deeper understanding of the Lowcountry’s rich culinary heritage.
Healthcare Training
You are preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals. Donor support has made it possible to renovate TCL’s nursing simulation lab, providing state-of-the-art training for students entering critical healthcare fields.
Faculty and Staff Development
You are investing in the people who make TCL great. The Clist Center for Excellence funds professional development for faculty, including workshops, conferences, and educational travel, ensuring TCL students learn from skilled and passionate educators. Donor support also provides professional growth opportunities for staff through the college’s Office of Human Resources, building a stronger, more capable team.
Workforce Development and Community Impact
You are helping to drive economic growth across the region. Your support has funded incumbent worker training, created quick job programs through the Kozak Office of Workforce Development, and expanded dual enrollment opportunities for high school students in Hampton and Jasper counties. You’ve also helped students in the Beaufort County School District get a head start on their college careers through the TCL Tides Program.
Campus Growth and Student Resources
Your gifts are powering the expansion of TCL’s campuses, including the future Arthur E. Brown Regional Workforce Training Center, which will transform workforce training in the Lowcountry. You’ve also helped equip our training labs with the technology and tools students need to excel in their careers.