Folds of Honor

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Folds of Honor is celebrating a record year of educational scholarship awards, made possible by supporters across the country. For the 2026–2027 academic year, the organization awarded more than 13,000 scholarships valued at nearly $60 million nationwide. Despite this record support, limited resources left approximately 8,300 qualified applicants unfunded, highlighting the continued need for donations through local chapters.
Folds of Honor provides scholarships to spouses and children of U.S. military service members and first responders who have fallen or been disabled while serving. During the 2025–2026 academic year, the Palmetto State Chapter awarded 246 scholarships and provided more than $1.1 million in educational support to South Carolina families.
“Every scholarship represents a family that has sacrificed for our country or our communities,” said Jeff Morris, President of the Palmetto State Chapter of Folds of Honor. “When South Carolinians support the Palmetto State Chapter, they help us turn that gratitude into something tangible: an education and an opportunity for the families of our nation’s heroes.”
Nationwide, applications increased 12 percent over the previous year. Since its founding in 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 86,000 scholarships totaling nearly $400 million. The organization aims to reach 100,000 total scholarships as it celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2027.
“What motivates us every day is the goal to provide scholarships to every qualified individual,” said Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, Founder and CEO of Folds of Honor. “We’re grateful for what we’ve accomplished, but we’re not done yet.”
As Veterans Day approaches on November 11, the Palmetto State Chapter is calling on individuals and businesses across South Carolina to help close the scholarship gap. Donations made to the chapter support eligible military and first responder families in South Carolina.