The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Foundation will host its first-ever HGTC Giving Day on Thursday, April 2, 2026, inviting faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community supporters to come together for a day of impact in support of student success. HGTC Giving Day is a 24-hour philanthropic initiative designed to expand opportunities
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Foundation, in partnership with the Lowcountry Food Bank, will host a Fresh For All food distribution on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the HGTC Grand Strand Campus outside the Foundation Office in Building 300. This free, farmers market-style distribution will
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Foundation is proud to announce it has received a grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation to expand access to dental health education, treatment, and resources for underserved populations across South Carolina. This two-year grant will support HGTC’s Oral Health Regional Collaborative Network, a
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Foundation is proud to announce Southwest Splendor, its 2026 signature special event, presented by Anderson Brothers Bank. This elevated Southwestern-inspired dining experience will take place on Friday, March 7, 2026, at the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach on the HGTC Grand Strand Campus. As the
HGTC Employees Honor Professor Melissa Pirozzi Through Blue Jeans Week, Raising $2,085 for Student Scholarships Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) employees once again demonstrated their generosity and unity during the College’s annual Blue Jeans Week, held October 13–17 in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Through employee contributions, the College raised
The HGTC Foundation is pleased to announce the expansion of the HGTC Pantry at the Grand Strand Campus, which is a critical step toward meeting basic needs and strengthening the well-being of the entire HGTC community. On Nov. 10, the College celebrated the ribbon cutting for the newly expanded pantry
The HGTC Foundation is proud to celebrate two Mechatronics students who recently received professional tool kits made possible through the SC Student Loan Corporation and the Persistence Fund. These tool kits, valued for their high-quality equipment and industry relevance, will support students as they continue their hands-on training and prepare
The HGTC Foundation is celebrating another outstanding year for its annual Flights & Bites fundraiser, which reached new heights in both attendance and impact. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, sponsors, and community partners, this year’s event raised more than $46,000 to support student scholarships, emergency aid, and essential
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation proudly announces the addition of four distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors. Mr. Stuart Butler, Mr. Phillip “Le” Hendrick, Jr., Mrs. Alison Hudson, and Mrs. Priya Patel began their three-year terms of service on July 1, 2025. Stuart Butler, President of Visit Myrtle
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) celebrated the dedication of its new Nursing & Health Sciences Institute on Tuesday, July 29th with a ceremony marking the official opening of the $15 million facility on the Grand Strand Campus. The cutting-edge expansion represents a major investment in healthcare education and workforce development for
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation is proud to announce a generous $5,000 donation from AGRU America, presented during the Palmetto Giving Day celebration in Georgetown. This contribution underscores AGRU’s commitment to strengthening local communities and investing in the region’s future workforce. “We are grateful for AGRU America’s continued partnership
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation is proud to announce a new scholarship fund established by Project Golf to support students in the College’s Sports & Turf Management program. The Gary Schaal, PGA, Sports & Turf Management Scholarship will award two (2) scholarships annually at $2,500 each, with a special focus
In celebration of National Lineworker Appreciation Day, Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is proud to announce a $40,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to support the College’s Electrical Lineworker Technician program. This generous contribution represents an increase from previous years and reaffirms Duke Energy’s continued investment in workforce development and
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is excited to announce the groundbreaking of the Marine Technology Institute of South Carolina, a 25,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art training facility that will serve as the new home for the College’s Outboard Marine Technology and Boat Building Technology programs. “This groundbreaking marks a significant milestone for HGTC, our
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation is proud to announce the presentation of a $27,500 donation to the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach, supporting study abroad programs for aspiring culinary professionals. The funds were raised through the success of the 2nd annual “Flights & Bites” event, held in October
Businesses, organizations and individuals can support students through the HGTC Foundation by giving to endow, sustain or otherwise establish tuition and book scholarships or by supporting efforts to remove financial barriers to students’ success through the Student Emergency Fund.
