We are thrilled to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the
Tri-District Arts Consortium (Tri-DAC)!
The three-week summer program was piloted in 1986 by Lexington School District One, Richland School District Two and School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties. As a result of the three districts’ unique vision, out-of-the-box innovation and impeccable leadership, Tri-DAC was created to identify, select and serve artistically gifted and talented rising 6th through rising 9th grade students.
Since the 150 students served in our inaugural year, our growth has been breathtaking. We now serve over 500 students each summer, and the program has become a model for similar programs throughout South Carolina.
The longevity of Tri-DAC truly belongs to the collective, including our three sponsoring school districts, students, teachers, guest artists, staff, parents, donors and volunteers who have shaped the organization.
This milestone belongs to you—our community, whose passion and support have fueled our 'inner flame' for 40 years.
This 40th anniversary beckons us to celebrate our enduring legacy and to look forward to the promise of new artistic horizons, reaffirming Tri-DAC as a welcoming open door to countless future young artists who deserve the opportunity to discover, explore and develop their talent.
We hope that you will join us.
IMPORTANT! Please note the following before purchasing tickets or sponsorship.
When you click the Tickets & Sponsorships button below, you will be redirected to a third party site to complete the transaction. THE THIRD PARTY SITE WILL AUTOMATICALLY ADD AN OPTIONAL FEE TO EVERY TRANSACTION. This is completely beyond our control, but it is also completely optional.
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Donate $40 for 40!
One of the ways you can help us celebrate is by showing your financial support. Consider donating $40 for 40 (or more!). Your contribution supports student scholarships, artist residencies, and special events, such as our 3 culminating festivals, showcasing the outstanding accomplishments of our students.
Donations are made through the Richland Two Education Foundation. By clicking the button below, you will be taken to a third-party site to complete the transaction.
IMPORTANT! THE THIRD PARTY SITE WILL AUTOMATICALLY ADD AN OPTIONAL FEE. This is completely beyond our control, but it is also completely optional. You can select OTHER from the dropdown menu and manually lower the amount. Standard transaction fees are roughly 5%. Please adjust that amount at your discretion. You can likewise adjust your overall donation amount beyond just the pre-selected options.
Tell your TriDAC story!
2026 will mark the 40th anniversary of TriDAC and we're reflecting on our impact over the years. We want to hear what TriDAC meant to, and your vision for our future.
The TriDAC team will have access to responses, and you can select at the bottom of the form if you'd like your response to be shared publicly in our marketing materials.
Please reach out to dowilson@richland2.org if you have any questions.
Call for Sponsorships
40th Gala Presenting Sponsorship: $15,000
Prominent recognition in Tri-DAC’s promotional and marketing materials for the event, including print and broadcast media, invitations, posters, billboards, and mention in social media.
Prominent logo recognition at the Gala, including on a sponsor banner or designated signage placed in a high-traffic location.
Verbal recognition at media events and public presentations related to the Gala
25 tickets to the Gala
10 complimentary museum general admission tickets to be used in 2026
Additional 40th Gala sponsorship levels:
Virtuoso: $10,000
Prominent signage and verbal recognition at the gala and on our website; 15 tickets to the Gala & VIP Reception + 5 complimentary museum general admission tickets to be used in 2026.
Artisan: $5,000
10 tickets to the Gala & VIP Reception
Craftsman: $3,000
6 tickets to the Gala & VIP Reception
Soloist: $1,000
4 tickets to the Gala & VIP Reception
Patron: $500
2 tickets to the Gala & VIP Reception
All sponsorship levels receive:
Gala invitations (name included on the invitation) sent to more than 2,500 Tri-DAC parents, teachers, guest artists, alumni*
Recognition at the event on signage
Inclusion on the Gala page of the Tri-DAC website
Inclusion in the program of our 3 June Festival Showcase Tri-DAC presentations & exhibits
Gala VIP Reception and Gala tickets, quantity based on level
*Sponsorship signage for invitations must be received by March 1, 2026
Donations & Sponsorships may be made online at the links below, or by check.
By clicking the buttons below, you will be taken to a third-party site to complete the transaction. IMPORTANT! THE THIRD PARTY SITE WILL AUTOMATICALLY ADD AN OPTIONAL FEE TO EVERY TRANSACTION.
This is completely beyond our control, but it is also completely optional. You can select OTHER from the dropdown menu and manually lower the amount. Standard transaction fees are roughly 5%. Please adjust that amount at your discretion. You can likewise adjust your overall donation amount beyond just the pre-selected options..
TO PAY BY CHECK
Please provide your contact information and your check, made payable to the Richland 2 Education Foundation.
Write Tri-DAC on the memo line and mail to:
Richland 2 Education Foundation
PO Box 292047
Columbia, SC 29229