The Coastal Pines Technical College Foundation recently awarded its first WaveMaker Scholarships during the inaugural WaveMaker New Student Orientation held on the Waycross Campus. Four students were selected as the first recipients of the $500 scholarships, which are designed to support students as they continue their educational journey at Coastal Pines Technical College. The inaugural WaveMaker Scholarship recipients are: Carter Mattox - Pierce County High School...

The Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation has received a $35,000 donation from the Terry Thomas Foundation, continuing its longstanding support of students in Glynn County through the Terry Thomas Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship provides financial assistance to Glynn County students attending Coastal Pines Technical College, helping to reduce the cost of tuition and other educational expenses as they pursue workforce-ready careers. The Terry Thomas Foundation,...

The Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation has received a $4,000 donation from the Rayonier Community Fund to support the college’s Forestry Program. The funds will be used to assist with supplies and other programmatic expenses, ensuring students have access to the tools and resources needed for hands-on learning. The CPTC Forestry Program is based on the Waycross campus and prepares students for careers in one of Southeast Georgia’s most vital industries. In addition to...

The Satilla REMC Foundation has generously donated to the Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation, strengthening scholarship support for students across the college. The contribution includes $10,000 for the CPTC Foundation’s general scholarship fund and an additional $10,000 designated to support students enrolled in the Electrical Lineworker Program. The general scholarship funds will assist students in a wide range of programs by helping offset educational expenses such as...

Brunswick, GA — Landrise, a Brunswick-based company, has donated $25,000 to the Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation to support students pursuing careers in the construction industry. The contribution will provide both immediate scholarship assistance and long-term funding through the establishment of a new endowment. Of the total donation, $20,000 will be used to create the Landrise Endowment, which will sustain the Landrise Scholarship for future generations of students....

The Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation is proud to announce a $10,000 donation from the Georgia Power Foundation, supporting scholarships for students facing financial barriers to education. The donated funds will be used to assist students with tuition, fees, books, and other program-related needs, helping ensure they have the resources necessary to complete their training and enter the workforce successfully. The donation was presented by Dialo Cartright, Coastal Pines...

Technical College’s (CPTC) Foundation as receiving the designation of “Role Model Board” at the Fall Leadership Conference in October. A Role Model Board is one in which all Trustees are actively engaged in the work of the board, through regular attendance at board and committee meetings, college and foundation events, participation in leadership activities, personal professional development, and fundraising on behalf of the board The CPTC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt,...

Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Leadership and Excellence in Attendance and Dedication (LEAD) Award at the Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) annual Leadership Conference held in Savannah. This prestigious award is the highest honor presented at the conference and recognizes the college whose local board and foundation board demonstrate outstanding leadership, engagement, and commitment to excellence. Metrics for the...

NAHUNTA, Ga., September 29, 2025 — Okefenoke REMC recently made a $7,000 investment in education and workforce development with a donation to the Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation. The monies support the CPTC Electrical Lineworker Certificate program’s supply and equipment needs, and scholarships for students enrolled in the lineworker certification program. “We are incredibly grateful to Okefenoke REMC for their generous $7,000 donation to the CPTC Foundation,”...

The CPTC Foundation recently hosted the 10th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament at Dorchester Hunting Preserve in Midway, Georgia. A special thanks goes out to the Lock Stock and Barrel Sponsors of the event – International Auto Processors, Cogdell and Mendrala, and a Special Supporter of CPTC. Congratulations to the winners of the Sporting Clays Tournament. Bracket A Winners: 1st Place - JM Miles Construction 2nd Place - Cogdell and Mendrala - Team 1 3rd Place - Enviva...

The Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) Foundation recently received a $20,000 donation from the Terry Thomas Foundation that will be allocated to the Terry Thomas Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship will continue to be used for Glynn County students who are attending Coastal Pines Technical College. The Terry Thomas Foundation, located in Glynn County on Sea Island, was established in 2004. Ms. Thomas passed away in 2011, but her Foundation continues to have a powerful impact on...

The CPTC Foundation is proud to announce four new additions to the CPTC Foundation Board of Trustees! The CPTC (Coastal Pines Technical College) Foundation is pleased to announce four new additions to the CPTC Foundation Board of Trustees! Mr. Jay Lassiter is a lifelong resident of St. Mary's where he founded a small business called IDS Alarm Services. He currently still owns and operates this business that serves Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. He sits on several local...