South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 14^th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college in South Carolina for the fall 2024 semester.

Applicants are asked to write a short essay about how their education will enable them to give back to their community and make a difference in the lives of South Carolinians. They will also provide an overview of their volunteer commitments, academic marks, work experience, and financial need. Applications will be reviewed by an internal credit union committee and an external panel of educators and community leaders.

“Our annual scholarship program exemplifies our dedication to investing in the future of our communities,” said Scott Woods, President and CEO of South Carolina Federal. “Each year, we receive hundreds of applications from hardworking, ambitious students who are focused on serving others. Their integrity and dedication make this program one of the highlights of our year!”

In order to apply, candidates must be a high school or undergraduate student, have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher, and be a legal U.S. resident. The first-place winner in the traditional college category will receive a $10,000 scholarship, and the first-place technical school winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship.

Students can visit scfederal.org/scholarship to review the rules and requirements and complete the online application. Applications are due January 31, and winners will be announced in the spring.

MHAGC’s dedicated and passionate volunteers can serve either in person at MHAGC facilities in Upstate South Carolina or remotely anywhere in the country from their homes, offices, and schools. Volunteers can use their commitment to fulfill school or services requirements or for internships and field practicums.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The agency’s largest volunteer program involves serving on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Volunteers for the Lifeline receive 65+ hours of classroom and live training including intensive active listening and crisis intervention training. Volunteers gain skills that are useful both in professional fields and everyday life, greatly expanding their knowledge about mental and behavioral health, resources across the state and country, and the agency’s programs. Training can be in-person or remote.

Serving on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline means connecting with some of the tens of thousands of adults and youth who call, chat, and text the Lifeline each year. Volunteers can contribute their time in-person in MHAGC’s facilities or remotely in the comfort of their homes. Our volunteers will be part of a team of dedicated individuals who have chosen to make a difference in the lives of others.

If you are interested in supporting crisis operations, please click the application link below.

Other Volunteer Opportunities

There are a variety of ways volunteers and interns might offer their time and talent to MHAGC besides serving on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. A few of those include:

• helping update our database of resources
• supporting communications and marketing
• lending expertise with fund development
• participating in volunteer recruitment and community education
• serving on the MHAGC Board of Directors

If one of these opportunities sparks your interest or you have questions about these or other ways you might lend a hand, email [email protected] and we’ll reach out.

Thank you for considering giving your time and talent to MHAGC!

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South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 14^th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college in South Carolina for the fall 2024 semester.

Applicants are asked to write a short essay about how their education will enable them to give back to their community and make a difference in the lives of South Carolinians. They will also provide an overview of their volunteer commitments, academic marks, work experience, and financial need. Applications will be reviewed by an internal credit union committee and an external panel of educators and community leaders.

“Our annual scholarship program exemplifies our dedication to investing in the future of our communities,” said Scott Woods, President and CEO of South Carolina Federal. “Each year, we receive hundreds of applications from hardworking, ambitious students who are focused on serving others. Their integrity and dedication make this program one of the highlights of our year!”

In order to apply, candidates must be a high school or undergraduate student, have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher, and be a legal U.S. resident. The first-place winner in the traditional college category will receive a $10,000 scholarship, and the first-place technical school winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship.

Students can visit scfederal.org/scholarship to review the rules and requirements and complete the online application. Applications are due January 31, and winners will be announced in the spring.

MHAGC’s dedicated and passionate volunteers can serve either in person at MHAGC facilities in Upstate South Carolina or remotely anywhere in the country from their homes, offices, and schools. Volunteers can use their commitment to fulfill school or services requirements or for internships and field practicums.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The agency’s largest volunteer program involves serving on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Volunteers for the Lifeline receive 65+ hours of classroom and live training including intensive active listening and crisis intervention training. Volunteers gain skills that are useful both in professional fields and everyday life, greatly expanding their knowledge about mental and behavioral health, resources across the state and country, and the agency’s programs. Training can be in-person or remote.

Serving on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline means connecting with some of the tens of thousands of adults and youth who call, chat, and text the Lifeline each year. Volunteers can contribute their time in-person in MHAGC’s facilities or remotely in the comfort of their homes. Our volunteers will be part of a team of dedicated individuals who have chosen to make a difference in the lives of others.

If you are interested in supporting crisis operations, please click the application link below.

Other Volunteer Opportunities

There are a variety of ways volunteers and interns might offer their time and talent to MHAGC besides serving on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. A few of those include:

• helping update our database of resources
• supporting communications and marketing
• lending expertise with fund development
• participating in volunteer recruitment and community education
• serving on the MHAGC Board of Directors

If one of these opportunities sparks your interest or you have questions about these or other ways you might lend a hand, email [email protected] and we’ll reach out.

Thank you for considering giving your time and talent to MHAGC!