Spartanburg Community College Receives $200,000 Gift from Truist to Advance Heavy Equipment Program

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Spartanburg Community College (SCC) announced a $200,000 donation from the Truist Foundation to support its Heavy Equipment Program, launching in August 2025, strengthening, officials said, the college’s ability to train the next generation of skilled equipment operators.

The program is an initiative created in direct response to the Penny Tax to support Spartanburg County’s expanding infrastructure projects.

With the grant from the Truist Foundation, officials said SCC is investing in hands-on training that will prepare students for high-demand careers in construction and public works.

“We’re proud of Spartanburg Community College for preparing the next generation of skilled workers,” said Truist’s Spartanburg Market President Juwan Ayers, who also serves on the SCC Foundation Board of Directors.

Ayers added, “Our purpose at Truist is to inspire and build better lives and communities, and grants like this one show our commitment to the local area.”

Officials said the contribution has already made an impact, funding the purchase of a new Mini Excavator, and will continue to provide critical support in the months ahead.

Additional funds from the gift will be allocated to:

*Supporting the salary of the Heavy Equipment Program director for one year.

* Providing maintenance and repairs for previously donated/purchased heavy equipment, ensuring all machinery remains in top working condition for training purposes.

"Our Heavy Equipment Program is a pathway to economic mobility and workforce resilience. Truist Bank's incredible donation has empowered our college to equip our students with the tools, skills, and certifications needed to meet the growing demand in construction and infrastructure sectors locally and throughout South Carolina,” said Michael Mikota, Ph.D., president of Spartanburg Community College.

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