The Trident Technical College (TTC) Foundation and the Culinary Institute of Charleston hosted the 22nd annual A Night in the Valley dinner and live auction fundraiser on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. This premier event, held at the College Center on the college’s Thornley Campus, brought together over 500 guests, including community leaders, alumni and supporters, for an evening of celebration and philanthropy. This year, A Night in the Valley raised more than $530,000. Net proceeds from the event will directly benefit students through scholarships and the Student Urgent Needs Fund.
ore than $530,000. Net proceeds from the event will directly benefit students through
scholarships and the Student Urgent Needs Fund. The event featured a five-star dining experience crafted by students and faculty of the Culinary Institute of Charleston, with live and silent auctions, all aimed at raising funds to support TTC students. This spectacular event would not have been possible without the generous support of sponsors and donors. Notable sponsors included The InterTech Group, platinum sponsor, and Shumaker, dignitary sponsor.
"We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support from our community," said Dr. Lisa Piccolo, executive director of the TTC Foundation. "The generosity of our sponsors and attendees ensures that we can continue to provide vital resources and meaningful opportunities for our students, empowering them to succeed and thrive."
inue to provide vital resources and meaningful opportunities for our students, empowering
them to succeed and thrive."To learn more about A Night in the Valley or to become a supporter or donor for next year’s event, please visit TTC Foundation A Night in the Valley info, or contact Danielle Smith at Danielle.Smith@tridenttech.edu. A Night in the Valley 2027 will be held on Friday, Jan. 29, 2027.
Not only does the TTC Foundation host A Night in the Valley every year, but they also host the Bubbles & Blingo event. Bubbles & Blingo is a fun and lively event featuring games of bingo, and a delicious brunch prepared and served by students and faculty of the Culinary Institute of Charleston. This year’s Bubbles & Blingo will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities for Bubbles & Blingo, please contact Danielle Smith at Danielle.Smith@tridenttech.edu. To learn more about the TTC Foundation, visit https://www.tridenttech.edu/foundation/index.htm.