The primary budget for the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities is approved on an annual basis as part of the state budget.  Let your legislators know how much you value this remarkable institution!  House and Senate addresses are listed here.  Click here for samples of letters. 

Gifts of all sizes are important and may be made in cash, securities, life insurance or other assets.

Since the Foundation is classified as a tax exempt public charity under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, no matter which method you choose, your gift will be fully tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

If undesignated, your gift will be used where the need is greatest as it supports the students who attend the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities.

Honor a loved one with a gift in their honor/memory and will notify the honoree or family member of your gift.

Summer Programs - More than 25% of summer program participants have been granted full or partial scholarships. The summer programs began 30 years ago to allow students to experience the challenges and rewards of intensive arts training. The summer faculty is made up of practicing artists dedicated to nurturing creative potential. Students apply and audition to attend.

Residential High School - Of the 225 residential high school students who attend the Governor’s School, 30% consistently need Foundation support to pay the annual meal plan fee–the only major cost to attend the school. This fee provides three meals a day plus two snacks, seven days a week, for the nine-month school year.

Funding for the Guest Artist Program remains our greatest need as the State of South Carolina cannot support this crucial part of an arts education. Each year the Guest Artist Program supports approximately 50 artist visits to our school in the five art disciplines. Professional artists teach master classes to students, provide outreach to other schools in the community, and host lectures which are open to the public.  Read more here...

Leadership Tribute - Each spring the Foundation recognizes those individuals from across the state who have been instrumental in the creation and founding of this unique school that changes the lives of young people.  Sponsorships are available.

Songwriters in the Round - Each Fall songwriters from Nashville perform their own music in an up-close-and-personal setting while they share the stories that made their songs hits on the radio.  Sponsorships are available.

Medici Student Aid and Enrichment Fund