About Us

Who We Are

As the South Carolina Federal Credit Union Foundation, we focus on donating our time, talents, and resources statewide to help improve life for all South Carolinians.

Our Mission

Our mission is to support charitable and educational efforts related to basic human needs, through contributions and volunteerism, for the betterment of the communities South Carolina Federal Credit Union serves.

How the Foundation Developed.

  • The Foundation formed to help South Carolina Federal Credit Union employees easily donate money through payroll deductions to support various local charities.

  • Our growth continued as South Carolina Federal employees and a Credit Union match drove local investments up to $500,000.

  • By expanding our membership capabilities, anyone in our communities could now donate $5 to the Foundation's causes and become a South Carolina Federal member.

  • With more people involved, donations reached the $1 million milestone, a significant accomplishment in only a handful of years.

  • At a time of worldwide uncertainty, those who supported our Foundation contributed even more allowing us to reach $1.5 million in donations in just seven short years.

  • As our Credit Union’s footprint expanded to serve the entire state, so did the Foundation’s impact. Since its inception in 2013, the Foundation has positively impacted its communities through $1.9 million in donations and is committed to doing even more to help South Carolinians thrive.

Introducing Our Board Members.

  • Scott Woods

    Scott Woods, CPA, CIA, MBA

    CHAIRMAN
    President and CEO, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

  • Joe Grech

    Joe Grech, CPA, CCUE, MBA

    VICE CHAIRMAN
    Chief Financial Officer, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

  • Leon Frazier

    Leon Frazier

    SECRETARY
    VP Regional Sales - Retail Sales and Service, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

  • Troi Oree

    Troi Oree

    TREASURER
    Treasurer, VP Area Sales - Retail Sales and Service, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

  • Leslie Norris

    Leslie Norris, Member, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

    Chief Human Resources Officer, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

  • Trey Gantt

    Trey Gantt, Member, MBA

    Chief Operations Officer, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

  • Bonnie Ciuffo

    Bonnie Ciuffo

    Executive Director, South Carolina Federal Credit Union

Meet Our Committee Members.

  • Bonnie Ciuffo

    Bonnie Ciuffo

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
    Joined 2013

  • Paula Richnafsky

    Paula Richnafsky

    ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
    Joined 2014

  • Paige Turner

    Paige Turner

    GIVING COORDINATOR
    Joined 2016

  • Carrie Lewis

    Carrie Lewis

    PROMOTIONS SPECIALIST
    Joined 2023

  • Zoe Watkins

    Zoe Watkins

    LIAISON, ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
    Joined 2018

  • Robert Harris

    Robert Harris

    LIAISON, BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE PEE DEE
    Joined 2021

  • Amy Alderman

    Amy Alderman

    LIAISON, CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK
    Joined 2020

  • Kimberly Cribb

    Kimberly Cribb

    LIAISON, EMPLOYEE RELIEF FUND
    Joined 2017

  • Roxanne Tanguay

    Roxanne Tanguay

    LIAISON, LOWCOUNTRY FOOD BANK
    Joined 2022

  • Jessica Adkins

    Jessi Adkins

    LIAISON, MIDLANDS AREA
    Joined 2022

  • Carrie Lewis

    "I volunteer because I know that I can help make a difference in the lives of others. There's no better feeling than knowing you made someone's day a little brighter or gave someone a reason to smile."

    Carrie Lewis

    Foundation Promotions Specialist

  • Kim Cribb

    "I volunteer because it allows me to share my passion of "People Helping People". It is not about recognition; it is about making a difference."

    Kim Cribb
    Liaison, Employee Relief Fund

  • Paige Turner

    "I volunteer because I want to teach my kids about the importance of doing good for others... that building a community you want to live in only happens when you use your time and talents to give back."

    Paige Turner
    Foundation, Giving Coordinator

  • Amy Alderman

    "I volunteer because it is FUN! I love supporting MN Hospitals because the events are fun, relationships are built, and lives are saved. It isn't a "have to"; it is a "get to" for me!

    Amy Alderman
    Liaison, Children’s Miracle Network

  • Roxanne Tanguay

    "I volunteer to give back to the community and to help those who are less fortunate. I also include my nephew in volunteering as much as possible to show him how important it is to get involved and give back."

    Roxanne Tanguay
    Liaison, Lowcountry Food Bank

  • Aesha Patel

    "I volunteer because it's a great opportunity to be involved in my community and to give back."

    Aesha Patel

    Marketing Specialist

Where We’re Going.

Growth remains vital for our Foundation. By spreading the word of what we do and how we impact people's lives, and by demonstrating our commitment to back up what we believe through our volunteerism, we hope to attract more people and more resources for these worthy causes. Everyone's time and contributions make a difference, and we are committed to working together to do even more.