The students studying education at The University of South Carolina are dedicated to assisting with the recovery of South Carolina residents who are in need.

We feel it is our responsibility to help young students across the state whose homes have been destroyed or damaged. As food, water, and other necessities come in, we are also thinking about the children who will be returning to school in the coming weeks. We can help relieve another pressure families will face as schools begin to open again by providing new supplies to students. We believe that all students deserve a quality education regardless of their situation outside of school. By providing them with new school supplies, we are giving them equal opportunities to succeed in the classroom and beyond!

We are accepting monetary donations on this page as well as physical supplies (notebooks, backpacks, binders, pencils, high lighters, etc...) at various locations across the state. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information, and we are thankful for your efforts! #ColumbiaStrong

Contact information:

Travis Ressa: [email redacted].edu 
Claire Kruger: [email redacted].edu 

Drop off locations in the Columbia Area:

(1.) The Blue Marlin in Columbia, SC
Address: 1200 Lincoln St
Columbia, SC 29201
Number: (803) [phone redacted]
Owner: Ryan Dukes
GM: Dan Grant

(2.) Spinner's Resort & Marina in Saluda/ Leesville, SC
Address: 101 Sandalwood Rd
Leesville, SC 29070
Number: (803) [phone redacted]
Owner: Theresa LeJohn

(3.) Musician Supply...it's time to play! in Lexington, SC
Address: 718 W Main St
Lexington, SC 29072
Number: (803) [phone redacted]
Owner: Erik Lifchez

(4.) Musicians Supply in Irmo, SC
Address: 7001 Saint Andrews Rd
Irmo, SC 29063
Number: (803) [phone redacted]
Owner: Erik Lifchez

(5.) Formals With Attitude in Lexington, SC (right next to Saxe Gotha Church)
Address: 5495 A Sunset Blvd
Lexington, SC 29072
Number: (803) [phone redacted]
Cell : (803) [phone redacted]
Owner: Donna Lifchez