The Greenville Chamber Foundation announced Dec. 14 it received a $60,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation.
The foundation will use the funds to support the hiring of a career navigator position at the Greenville Chamber. This individual, who is expected to be hired in early 2023, will serve and assist adults in navigating barriers to pursuing education and engaging in career transitions by:
- Helping them understand their postsecondary options
- Developing a plan to obtain a certification, credential or degree
“This generous support from Power:Ed will provide tangible, real, and lasting benefits to our Upstate community,” said Greenville Chamber Foundation Executive Director Cheryl Garrison. “Equipping individuals with the skills needed to succeed in our global economy will further strengthen our Upstate workforce and bolster our local economy.”
In the first two quarters of fiscal year 2022-23, Power:Ed awarded 12 grants totaling over $450,000 to South Carolina education and career readiness nonprofits, including Greenville Chamber Foundation.
