The CCSD’s annual giving fundraising campaign is called “Give Where You Live”. It is a district-wide effort to raise money for critical needs in CCSD schools. The campaign is held each fall, and it is supported by a variety of activities, including:

• Donation drives: Schools hold donation drives to collect cash, checks, and non-perishable food items.
• Volunteer events: Schools organize volunteer events, such as clean-up days and fundraising walks.
• Corporate sponsorships: CCSD partners with local businesses to raise money for the campaign.

In 2021, the “Give Where You Live” campaign raised over $2 million. These funds were used to support a variety of programs and initiatives, including:

• Classroom supplies: The funds helped to purchase classroom supplies, such as pencils, paper, and books.
• Technology: The funds helped to purchase technology for classrooms, such as computers and tablets.
• Extracurricular activities: The funds helped to support extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, and art.
• School improvement projects: The funds helped to support school improvement projects, such as renovations and repairs.

The CCSD was transparent about how the funds from the “Give Where You Live” campaign would be allocated. The district published a detailed budget on its website, which showed how the money would be spent. The district also held public meetings to discuss the campaign and to answer questions from the community.

The “Give Where You Live” campaign is a successful example of how a school district can raise money to support its schools. The campaign is well-organized and well-supported, and it is transparent about how the funds will be used. The campaign has helped to make a difference in the lives of CCSD students and teachers.

Here are some other successful fundraising activities that have occurred in South Carolina K-12 school divisions and institutes of higher education:

• The Greenville County Schools Foundation held a gala that raised over $1 million for scholarships and other programs.
• The Clemson University Foundation held a golf tournament that raised over $500,000 for scholarships and other programs.
• The University of South Carolina Upstate held a 5K run that raised over $200,000 for scholarships and other programs.

These are just a few examples of the many successful fundraising activities that have occurred in South Carolina schools and universities. These activities help to raise money for important programs and initiatives that benefit students and teachers.