The Upcountry Fiber Foundation announced on November 2 that it is contributing $20,000 to four nonprofit organizations serving Upstate South Carolina. The foundation, the charitable branch of Upcountry Fiber—a broadband provider formed through a partnership between Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative and West Carolina—focuses on groups that advance education, youth development, culture, the arts, and health and human services.
Grant recipients
Each nonprofit will receive a $5,000 grant. While the source did not list the organizations by name, the foundation emphasized that the awards target a range of community needs—from veterans returning home to children gaining access to communication tools, and to schools preserving local heritage.
Foundation’s mission
Jim Lovinggood, president and CEO of Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative and co‑chair of the Upcountry Fiber Foundation, explained the intent behind the donations: “Each of these organizations meets people right where they are. Whether it’s a veteran getting the welcome home he’s long deserved, a young child finding a way to communicate, or a schoolhouse that tells a story too few people know, these grants go to work right here in the communities our members call home.”
Impact on the community
The grants are designed to bolster programs that directly benefit families and individuals across the region. By supporting veteran services, youth communication initiatives, and historic school projects, the foundation aims to strengthen the social fabric that underpins strong, traditional families and faith‑centered neighborhoods.
Local leaders and volunteers have welcomed the funding, noting that even modest contributions can enable nonprofits to expand services, purchase needed equipment, or launch new outreach efforts. In a time when many charitable organizations face budget constraints, the $20,000 infusion represents a tangible expression of corporate stewardship rooted in Christian values and a commitment to individual liberty.
About Upcountry Fiber
Upcountry Fiber provides high‑speed internet to households and businesses throughout the Upstate region. Its partnership with Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative and West Carolina reflects a collaborative model that blends utility expertise with modern connectivity solutions. The foundation operates as an extension of that partnership, directing a portion of the company’s resources toward community enrichment.
For more information about the Upcountry Fiber Foundation, its grant program, or to explore partnership opportunities, visit upcountryfiber.com/foundation.
Original reporting: Greenville Journal — read the source article.
