To shop online, visit www.kendrascott.com upon checkout, and use promo code GIVEBACK-GCBMI
Sat. June 8: Kendra Scott Shop Event
Time & Location: 12-2 PM at 270 King St, Suite A, Charleston, SC 29401
WHAT: Looking to add a little color, flair, or uniqueness to your summer accessories? Pair the perfect coastal charm bracelet, statement earrings, or elegant necklace with a good cause — 20% of proceeds go directly to benefit BBBSL!
Sat. June 15: Juneteenth Family Fest
Time & Location: 3-10 PM at Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave, North Charleston, 29405
WHAT: This day-long celebration will be packed with live performances, black art displays, kids’ games, and delicious food!
Visit with BBBSL in Booth #70, local nonprofits, and HBCU representatives — this joyous day will be topped off with a grand fireworks show finale!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Hear from community leaders, activists, and educators who will share their insights and experiences in a youth town hall.
- Participate in social media design, graffiti, writing, and art-focused workshops.
- Connect with peers and mentors who are passionate about making a difference (e.g., mental health orgs, the Divine 9, youth entrepreneurship, and non-profits).
- Enjoy performances celebrating African American culture.
Sat. June 22: Juneteenth Youth Summit
Time & Location: 10 AM to 2 PM at Goose Creek Community Center, 519A N Goose Creek Blvd, Goose Creek, North Charleston, 29405
WHAT: Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans were informed of their freedom. It is a day of reflection, education, and celebration of African American history and culture. Our Youth Summit aims to honor this legacy by fostering a sense of unity, understanding, and empowerment among the youth.
This year’s summit will celebrate the #history of Juneteenth while highlighting the Arts with the theme, “Activism and Resilience through the Arts.”
Your participation in this summit is about learning, growing, and contributing to a stronger, more inclusive community. We believe that your voice and your actions can inspire change and create a brighter future for all.
Sat. July 13: Pathways to Empowerment Youth Seminar
Time & Location: 11 AM to 1 PM at Southstate Bank, 2430 Mall Dr., 4th Floor, North Charleston, SC
WHAT: Little Brothers ages 13-18 and their Bigs are invited to attend this seminar, which brings together youth with pillars of community excellence to learn how their dreams are realistic, achievable opportunities. This is a FREE EVENT, SPACE IS LIMITED, and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Congratulations to Little Joseph G!
Joseph’s mom Fulvia, his Big Ryan, and all of Joseph’s team at BBBSL is proud to celebrate his graduation from Fort Dorchester High School!
Joseph plans to become a merchant seaman and is in the process of completing all of his certifications.
Congratulations to Little Cole for graduating from the 8th grade!
Cole’s mom Lizette and Big Vijay applauded as Cole received Honor Roll and the Beta Club service award.
Beta Club members are responsible for fulfilling a minimum of 10 hours of community service, 5 in each semester.
Cole completed a total of 139 hours of community service!
Congratulations to Frederick Fabian, winner of the 2024 BIG Boat Raffle! Be sure to wave “hello” when you see Frederick out on the water!
Our team is always committed to supporting the health of your mentoring relationship. The feedback you provide about your Little/child, celebrations, and concerns allows us to provide personalized support and resources to meet your needs.
Monthly (within the first year)/quarterly (12+ months or longer) phone calls are an important program requirement, especially to ensure health and safety.
They help us to make sure everyone is having a positive experience and allow us to course-correct quickly should a challenge arise. Also, you can call us ANY TIME should you need help of any kind.
Dana or Avery will reach out to you via phone, text, or email to schedule your conversation. We thank you in advance for responding quickly. Additionally, for those who love scheduling appointments in advance, we are happy to accommodate!
Dana 843-501-2779 dana@bbbwlowcountry.org
Avery 843-410-6647 avery@bbbslowcountry.org
Test Your Policy Proficiency!
Are you an ace when it comes to upholding BBBSL match safety policies? Do you need a 2-minute funky dance break to get you feeling motivated for whatever’s next on your to-do list?
We can’t promise you won’t start bobbing your head and fast-forwarding to that Friday afternoon state of mind as you take our 2-minute BBBSL policy profiency check 🎶🎷 Pause the video if you need more time, and as always, let us know if you have any questions! Click to view policy check video 👇
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE in a child’s life in our community! A onetime gift of:
- $25 – Provides a match with a fun outing opportunity
- $50 – Helps cover one youth enrollment interview
- $75 – Covers the cost of one background screen for a mentor
A monthly reoccurring donation of:
- $25 = Recruits, trains, and matches a mentor with a child
- $50 = Helps cover one youth enrollment and support for 9 months
- $150 = Covers the cost of one match for a year