The logo above represents key qualities of The Byrnes Foundation and The Byrnes Scholarships.
- the Palmetto tree indicates that The Byrnes Scholarships are awarded to South Carolinians.
- the twisted trunk of the tree indicates that scholarships are awarded to orphans or half-orphans.
- United By Loss represents the special, unifying bond each Byrnes Scholar shares due to the death of a parent or parents.
- Bound By Love represents the fellowship, compassion and love shared by Byrnes Scholars.
- Est. 1948 indicates the year The Byrnes Foundation was established.
The logo was designed by Roxann Wrightson, 1980 Scholar, and Audrey Sligh Brown, 1985 Scholar.