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At HTC, we have a long-standing commitment to being the most trusted provider of communication and entertainment services in our area. We strive to honor this by constantly growing, strengthening and investing in our network, employees and the communities we proudly serve.
Our pledge to serve the communities in which we live and work is the cornerstone of our Cooperative’s heritage and culture. Our core value of community commitment means we give unfailing devotion to the communities that have made our success possible.
This commitment can be seen in our Helping The Community initiative that includes quarterly blood drives for the American Red Cross, food drives for local food banks, sponsorships, scholarships and partnerships. From support of non-profits in the community to an increased focus on employee volunteerism, there are many ways HTC is realizing our vision.
We deliver on our promises everyday, not only in our community involvement, but by entertaining and connecting members to their world. We hope that our reliable communication services, competitive pricing and best customer service makes us your trusted provider for years to come.
In 2022, HTC Employees donated $27,000 to organizations that provide support to the area. We raise money through voluntary deductions – a “Jeans Day Fund”. Every employee that donates gets to wear jeans on Fridays (and who doesn’t love a casual Friday?) Below are highlights of the worthy causes that have received support from our HTC family.
2023 Philanthropic Initiatives
Donations to Date: $36,000
January 2023
HTC employees and a matching corporate donation of $1,000 went to the Children’s Recovery Center of Myrtle Beach, a local nonprofit organization offering child advocacy center programs in Horry and Georgetown Counties.
January 2023
With a $1,500 check in hand, a group of brave HTC Employees took a chilling dip in the ocean on January 28th! The Polar Plunge of Myrtle Beach is an annual philanthropic event with proceeds going to Special Olympics of South Carolina.
February 2023
HTC Employees wore red on February 3 to celebrate American Heart Month. A donation of $1,500 was given to the American Heart Association to aid in the fight against cardiovascular disease.
February 2023
The HGTC Pantry offers free, confidential access to non-perishable food and personal care products to the students and staff of HGTC. With funds from the Jeans Day fund, HTC donated a $1,500 to help fill the shelves.
March 2023
In recognition of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, HTC employees donated $1,500 to the Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society. This organization offers support and information to families and professionals.
April 2023
For over 40 years, Make-A-Wish has granted life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Make-A-Wish South Carolina focuses on the wishes in Horry County. HTC employees donated $1,500.
May 2023
HTC employees participated in the annual March for Babies on March 6 at Broadway at the Beach. A total of $5,000 was donated from the Jeans Day and Corporate donations that will support families in urgent need of maternal and infant care.
May 2023
HTC employees donated $6,000 to six food kitchens within Horry County. The primary mission of these charities is to address hunger, by providing nutritional food to individuals in need.
June 2023
The goal of Backpack Buddies is to provide additional food supplies, backpacks, and support services to children in need. HTC employees donated $1,500 to this nonprofit that serves Horry County.
July 2023
HTC employes donated $1,500 to Habitat for Humanity of Horry County, a global nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable housing to families in need.
August 2023
HTC recently donated $1,500 to the American Cancer Society, a combination of employee contributions, as well as the Cooperative’s ongoing “Helping The Community” initiative.
September 2023
The American Red Cross received a $1,500 donation thanks to the HTC Employee Jeans Day Fund.
October 2023
The Employee Jean Day Fund, in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) donated $1,000. This funds facilitated the provision of 17 Halloween costumes to children in Foster Care.
November 2023
Fostering Hope, dedicated to uplifting the lives of vulnerable children, recently received a contribution of $1,500 from the HTC Employee Jean Day Fund. Fostering Hope aims to provide a comprehensive safety net for those in need.
November 2023
Through the Cooperative’s “Helping the Community” initiative, Dogs for our Brave received a $5,000 donation. The organization is renowned for its mission to provide highly trained service dogs to veterans in need.
December 2023
For the month of December, HTC employees donate $3,000 to the Horry County Police Department – Shop with a Cop. This project brings holiday cheer to children who may not be able to celebrate much this year.