Trident Technical College Foundation Inc

Charleston, SC · Founded 1975

Raising funds to support Trident Technical College

Primary audience
Nonprofits
Work area
Philanthropy
Topic
Grantmaking

About Organization

Trident Technical College Foundation advocates and raises funds for the college to support scholarships, classroom equipment, and professional development for faculty and staff. Based in Charleston, SC, the foundation generated $3.1 million in revenue in 2023 with 584 volunteers and assets of $21.5 million.

What They Focus On

Grant Distributions

Awards funding to qualified nonprofit organizations addressing community needs in foundation priority areas and mission focus.

Strategic Impact

Pursues community change through targeted grantmaking, program development, and initiatives addressing root causes of challenges.

Nonprofit Support

Strengthens community organizations through funding, capacity building assistance, and resources improving organizational effectiveness.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$3.1M

+14.4% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$1.4M

+12.2% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$21.5M

+19.7% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $3,084,889 $1,411,322 $21,498,638 0
2022 $2,697,473 $1,257,511 $17,963,466 0
2020 $3,278,987 $1,643,950 $18,273,766 0
2019 $1,537,311 $1,415,570 $14,487,511 0
2018 $2,445,769 $2,611,682 $14,283,303 0
2017 $2,049,402 $1,224,899 $14,501,432 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Define Priorities

    Establish grantmaking priorities and funding focus areas aligned with foundation mission and community needs.

  • 02

    Review Proposals

    Evaluate grant applications assessing organizational capacity, program merit, and alignment with foundation priorities.

  • 03

    Award Grants

    Distribute funding to selected organizations and programs demonstrating potential for meaningful community impact.

  • 04

    Measure Impact

    Monitor grantee outcomes and assess effectiveness of funding investments in achieving desired community results.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Trident Technical College Foundation Inc

Grant Programs

Awards funding to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs in foundation priority areas and mission focus.

Scholarship Support

Provides educational scholarships supporting student access to higher education and academic achievement.

Community Initiatives

Develops and implements programs directly addressing community needs and opportunities for positive impact.

Capacity Building

Strengthens nonprofit organizations through technical assistance, training, and resources improving effectiveness.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Trident Technical College Foundation Inc.

DC

Deb Campeau

Development/Friendraising
2 hrs/week
MC

Melvin C Williams

At-Large
2 hrs/week
PB

Patrick Bryant

At-Large
2 hrs/week
SD

Stuart D Whiteside

At-Large
2 hrs/week

Milestones

1975

Foundation Established

1975

Created to support community through philanthropic grantmaking and programs addressing needs.

2024

Current Grantmaking

2024

Operating with $3.1M in revenue supporting community organizations through grant awards.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

LP
Lisa Piccolo Secretary 40.00 hrs/week · $11,495
AD
Allison D Stoney Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
AW
Alvin Williams Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
AL
Andrea Limehouse Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
AH
Anthony H Pope Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
AJ
Anthony Jackson Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
AJ
August J Batla Foundation Trustee Emeritu 1.00 hrs/week
BT
B T Kays Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BR
Barbara R Nwokike Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BD
Bryan D Kizer Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
CB
Chris B Fraser Imm. Past Chair And Nominating 2.00 hrs/week
DZ
Daniel Zarrillo Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DB
David B Yarborough Foundation Trustee Emeritu 1.00 hrs/week
DM
David M Echols Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DT
David T Ginn Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DH
Dawn H Robinson Finance/Audit Com. Chair 2.00 hrs/week
DG
Dorothy G Harrison Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DC
Douglas C Hornberger Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GL
George L Tupper Jr Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GD
Giampiero Diminich Vice Chair And Governance 2.00 hrs/week
GT
Gina T Shuler Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HW
Harold W Jones Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
HL
Harry L Staley Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JC
James C Murray Foundation Trustee Emeritu 1.00 hrs/week
JG
James Green Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Jeff S Spicer Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JR
Jeremy Ross Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JJ
Jesse Jones Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JC
John C Rama Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KB
Karena Bell Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KF
Kevin F Frank Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Kevin Rourk Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
LL
Leonard L Hutchison III Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MA
Mark A Lattanzio Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MR
Mary R Graham Advocacy Committee Chair 2.00 hrs/week
MC
Michael C Scarafile Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
PJ
Pamela J Browning Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
PF
Pat Forsberry Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
PO
Peter O Lehman Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RK
Richard K Gregory Foundation Trustee Emeritu 1.00 hrs/week
RC
Robert C Seidler Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RM
Robert M Baldwin Treasurer, Invest. Com. Chair 2.00 hrs/week
RO
Robert O Collins Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RB
Russell B Corbin Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Samuel Steinberg Foundation Trustee Emeritu 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Shelly S Eicher Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SP
Spencer Pryor Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Steve Strickland Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
TL
Tammy L Coghill Chair 2.00 hrs/week
TA
Thomas A Mayberry Foundation Trustee Emeritu 1.00 hrs/week
WA
William A Finn Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
WC
William C Hudson Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
WE
William E Craver III Foundation Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$11K

Highest Paid

$11K

Lisa Piccolo

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Lisa Piccolo Secretary $11,495 $11,495 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$88K Grants Received
4 Organizations

Top Funders

4 total
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$34K
CC
Coastal Community Foundation
$27K
LF
Lowcountry Food Bank Inc.
$22K
CA
Charities Aid Foundation America
$6K
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Coastal Community Foundation Lowcountry Food Bank Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Coastal Community Foundation Lowcountry Food Bank Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with Trident Technical College Foundation Inc

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Po Box 61227 Charleston, SC 294191227