Support the Ascend704 Mission

Your partnership helps expand access to resources, talent, and opportunities that strengthen entrepreneurship, workforce development, and community growth in Union County. Together with South Piedmont Community College, Ascend704 is building pathways that connect people, ideas, and education to real-world impact.

Become a Mission Partner

Mission Partner Package

Support the Ascend704 Mission

Become a Mission Partner

Mission Partner Package

Advancing Opportunity Through Connection and Access

Ascend704 exists to strengthen the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting people to the resources, support, and talent they need to grow.

Support from mission partners help:

Expand access to business support and education
Connect students to real-world experience
Strengthen workforce development pipelines
Support entrepreneurs and organizations across Union County

This work creates long-term economic and community impact.

How Your Support Makes an Impact

Turning Investment Into Real Outcomes

Entrepreneur Education

Entrepreneur education and business support

Mentorship & Guidance

Mentorship and expert guidance

Community Programming

Community programming and collaboration

Student Engagement

Student engagement through real-world projects

Facilities & Space

Facilities and spaces that bring people together

Volunteer & Share Your Expertise

Support Through Time, Talent, and Expertise

Opportunities may include:

Serving as a mentor or advisor
Leading trainings or workshops
Supporting student or entrepreneur projects

These contributions help strengthen the ecosystem and amplify impact.

Volunteer With Us

Become a Mission Partner

Partner With Ascend704

Mission Partners play a vital role in advancing Ascend704’s work and expanding its impact.

Mission Partner opportunities range from $2500 to $25,000 and offer meaningful recognition, engagement, and alignment with Ascend704’s mission.

Become a Mission Partner

Mission Partner Package

Signature Naming Opportunities

Create a Lasting Impact

For organizations seeking a deeper level of visibility and long-term impact, Ascend704 offers select naming opportunities for key spaces within the facility, including:

The Event Center
The Social Commons
The Rooftop Terrace

Naming opportunities provide prominent recognition while directly supporting Ascend704’s mission and programs.

How Giving Works

Stewardship Through the South Piedmont Community College Foundation

Ascend704 operates as a nonprofit initiative that generates earned income to support its mission. Charitable contributions supporting Ascend704 are made through the South Piedmont Community College Foundation, which serves as the college’s philanthropic arm.

This structures ensures:

Professional stewardship of funds
Transparency and accountability
Proper tax handling for charitable contributions

Donations made through the Foundation directly support Ascend704’s mission and programs.

Mission Partners

Thank You to Our Mission Partners

Mission Partners play a critical role in making Ascend704 possible.