GIVE - INVESTING IN SOUTH CAROLINA'S FUTURE

At SIM South Carolina, we believe leadership extends beyond the workplace. Through our Give pillar, we invest in the next generation of technology leaders by supporting STEM education, scholarships, and organizations that inspire students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Our members—senior technology executives from across South Carolina—are committed to strengthening the state's technology workforce and creating opportunities for future innovators.

INVEST IN SOUTH CAROLINA STEM

Support Students. Fund Scholarships. Build Our Future.

Your gift to the SIM South Carolina STEM Foundation, our 501(c)(3), helps create educational opportunities for students and strengthens the future of South Carolina’s technology workforce.

Every contribution supports STEM scholarships, education, and organizations helping students discover their potential and prepare for meaningful careers.

Choose Your Impact

$2,000

STEM Scholarship Partner

Help provide a STEM scholarship and give a South Carolina student greater access to education, opportunity, and a future in technology.

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$1,000

STEM Education Partner

Help strengthen STEM education, student development, and community programs that prepare students for success.

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$500

STEM Supporter

Help expand access to STEM opportunities for students across South Carolina.

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Other

Every gift matters.

Choose the amount that is right for you and help advance STEM education across South Carolina.

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YOUR GIVING MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Your support is already making a measurable difference.

Our three STEM Invitational events enabled SIM South Carolina to provide:

$22,000 in STEM Scholarships

Eleven $2,000 scholarships supporting students at Midlands Technical College.

$20,000 in STEM Charitable Giving

Supporting South Carolina organizations advancing STEM education and opportunities.

$42,000 in Total STEM Impact! 

Together, we can build on this impact and create even more opportunities for South Carolina students each year.

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GIVE ANYTIME. MAKE AN IMPACT ALL YEAR.

You don’t have to attend an event or play golf to support STEM.

Individuals, SIM members, technology companies, business partners, and friends of South Carolina’s technology community can make a charitable contribution to the SIM South Carolina STEM Foundation throughout the year.

Whether you give $500, $1,000, $2,000, or another amount, your contribution helps invest in students, strengthen STEM education, and support organizations advancing STEM across South Carolina.

Make your gift today and help open the door to opportunity for the next generation of technology leaders.

MAKE A STEM DONATION

2026 STEM CELEBRATION & AWARDS RECEPTION

September 28, 2026 | Legend Oaks | Summerville, SC

Our 2026 STEM fundraising efforts culminate with the STEM Celebration & Awards Reception, held in conjunction with the 3rd Annual SIM South Carolina STEM Charity Invitational.

You Don’t Have to Golf to Make an Impact.

Join us in recognizing the organizations, donors, and technology leaders helping advance STEM education and develop South Carolina’s future technology talent.

Your support helps make this work possible. Donors at the following levels will be recognized during the STEM Celebration & Awards Reception:

  • $2,000 — STEM Scholarship Partner
  • $1,000 — STEM Education Partner
  • $500 — STEM Supporter

Whether you attend the event, participate in the Invitational, or simply make a gift, your support helps create lasting opportunities for students across South Carolina.

SUPPORT SOUTH CAROLINA STEM

Help Build South Carolina’s Next Generation of Technology Leaders

Your gift can help a student pursue a STEM education, support programs that expand opportunity, and strengthen South Carolina’s future technology workforce.

Make your contribution today and help turn opportunity into impact.

MAKE A STEM DONATION

Our Annual STEM Invitational

The cornerstone of our philanthropic efforts is the SIM South Carolina STEM Invitational, our annual fundraising event that brings together CIOs, technology executives, business leaders, and strategic partners from across the state.

Every sponsorship, registration, and donation helps fund STEM initiatives that make a lasting difference in South Carolina communities.

Our Impact

Since launching the STEM Invitational, SIM South Carolina has proudly supported organizations and students making a difference throughout our state.

2025 Highlights

  • Awarded six $2,000 STEM scholarships ($12,000 total) to deserving students at Midlands Technical College.
  • Donated $10,000 to South Carolina STEM-focused charitable organizations.
  • Continued our partnership with Dottie Rose Foundation, supporting programs that inspire and empower young people through STEM education.
  • Engaged more than 100 technology and business leaders in supporting South Carolina's future workforce.
  • Building for the Future

Each year, our goal is to expand our impact by:

  • Increasing STEM scholarships for South Carolina students.
  • Supporting nonprofit organizations that promote STEM education and workforce development.
  • Connecting technology executives with educators, students, and community leaders.
  • Inspiring the next generation of innovators and technology professionals.

Join Us

Whether you become a SIM South Carolina member, sponsor the STEM Invitational, make a charitable contribution, or attend one of our events, you become part of a community dedicated to investing in South Carolina's future.

Together, we are helping build the technology workforce our state will depend on for generations to come.