The Sheriff's Foundation of Horry County
Sheriff Phillip Thompson recognized the need to
establish a charitable foundation to provide
scholarships for individuals, and/or students
currently enrolled in a college or university,
planning to attend in the fall of the award year,
and are seeking a career in law
enforcement. Sheriff Thompson
collaborated with friends and colleagues to
establish a non-profit foundation to accommodate the
growing need for professional law enforcement
individuals within our community.
The Sheriff’s Foundation of Horry County awards
three (3) scholarships annually: one (1) to Horry
Georgetown Technical College, one (1) to Coastal
Carolina University and one (1) to an at-large
post-secondary institution for college-bound high
school seniors and/or active law enforcement
individuals planning to attend in the fall, based on
demonstrated academic achievement, need, and an
expressed interest in pursuing an education in a
legal related field.
MISSION STATEMENT
Recognizing that effective law enforcement is the
cornerstone of a free and safe society, the
Sheriff’s Foundation of Horry County is
committed to a vision of the future that ensures
quality, integrity, accountability, and increased
public support for the law enforcement profession.
To achieve this mission, the Sheriff’s Foundation of
Horry County provides a continuum of educational
opportunities, resources and networking to:
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Foster public recognition, support and
understanding of the role of law enforcement in
general and, specifically, the role of the Horry
County Sheriff's Office
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Encourage individuals to choose a career in the
field of law enforcement by providing
scholarships for high school seniors and/or
active law enforcement seeking a career in law
enforcement or related field
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Increase officer retention through recognition,
education and professional development by
providing scholarship opportunities
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To contribute to the growth of the Horry County
Sheriff's Office and to the betterment of Horry
County
For information or to donate:
Sheriff’s Foundation of Horry County
Post Office Box 1906
Conway, SC 29528