Sylvia Wright, candidate for South Carolina Superintendent of Education, will host a town hall-style community meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Youngs Chapel AME Church, located at 7336 Carlisle Street, Irmo, SC 29063.
This town hall will provide an opportunity for community members, educators, parents, and students to engage directly with Sylvia Wright on the future of education in South Carolina. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions, share concerns, and be part of the conversation around improving the state’s education system.
final grant winner will be selected by the citizens and business owners of the Palmetto State by popular public vote. Voters will choose the recipient in a one-month virtual selection round of the top 3 finalists, to take during the month of May 2026. In addition, the grant recipient will receive time with a financial business coach for women entrepreneurs from Loan Mantra.
2026 Timeline
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April 14 Deadline for application 5:00 PM EST.
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April 24 Applicants Notified Applicants will be notified of results.
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May Top 3 Finalist are available for community voting.
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May 31 Deadline for community voting.
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June 17 Grant winner will be notified.
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August 31 Public announcement of winner on National South Carolina Day.
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