Kappa Foundation of Columbia, SC

 recognizes that there are members of our community who live in situations where conditions are under resourced. Each day they are faced to deal with negative educational, health, social or economic outcomes that can lead to devastating consequences.

The Kappa Foundation of Columbia SC is committed to improving our community by reversing the causes and negative outcomes of this growing social problem. The Kappa Foundation of Columbia SC will work independently and with other organizations to enable our youth and community achieve their full potential.

The Collie E. Rayford Golf Classic

Retired educator, athletic director and coach served in Richland County School District One for 46 years. Coach Rayford also served as the Recreation Director for Richland County for 20 years. During his illustrious career, Coach Rayford has mentored countless youth, ensuring they achieved both academically and
athletically.
He is a loyal and devoted family man, community servant, and Life Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
To honor Coach Rayford for his lifetime of community service, the Kappa Foundation has named its annual
scholarship golf tournament, “The Collie E. Rayford Golf Classic”

Scholarship for High School Seniors

One of our major goals is to assist graduating high school seniors meet their financial obligations as they enter a 2-or 4-year institution of higher education. We do this through the award of scholarships each year.

The $1,000 scholarship is a one-time non-renewable scholarship to be awarded to a current high school senior planning to enter a two- or four-year college/university in the fall of 2022. Additionally, to be considered for the scholarship, eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a graduating senior from a Columbia area high school;

• Complete the scholarship application;

• Provide a transcript indicating that the student has a 2.5 G.P.A. or higher;

• Attach a copy of acceptance letter to a two or four-year degree program;

• Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher;

• Provide a letter of recommendation from a member of the community; and

• Type an essay (3-5 pages) describing “Achieving My Dreams Through College”.