Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College Foundation

The Orangebur-Calhoun Technical College Foundation's purpose is to provide monetary support for the academic programs and services offered by OCtech. The Foundation seeks resources to enhance the college's educational environment through capital improvements, equipment purchases, scholarship programs for students, and professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is a regional two-year public community college serving a predominately minority population in rural South Carolina. The college is a key entry point into higher education for low-income, first-generation and other non-traditional students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college. As a PBI (Predominately Black Institution), OCtech provides economic mobility opportunities for students in the largely minority population of Orangeburg and Calhoun counties. The college has a history of preparing students for good jobs and great careers. While the college has a variety of programs and tools in place for student success, many students need additional help to fully realize their dreams.

The OCtech Foundation works to raise funds to offer supplemental resources and support, and by dosing so, the Foundation can help our community build wealth and stability for generations to come.

Testimonials

"I'm a single mother of five who is trying to better myself. As a nurse, I know I'll have job stability and be able to support my family without having to work multiple jobs. This scholarship will allow me to focus on school and not have to worry about how I'm going to pay for it."

"My family doesn't have much money. While normally that would be difficult enough, expenses like car and house repairs keep adding up. This scholarship will help me continue my Engineering Technology degree."