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In response to God's call and in the spirit of the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, the Foundatio

09/01/2026

More than 120 friends, colleagues, and loved ones gathered this summer at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown to celebrate the extraordinary life and legacy of Sr. Mary Jacob Yelcho, CSA.

Following a beautiful memorial service, guests came together in the Sister House to share stories, memories, and gratitude for a woman whose leadership, compassion, and service touched countless lives across South Carolina.

We are forever grateful for Sr. Mary Jacob's unwavering commitment to the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina and her vision of building a healthier, stronger South Carolina. Her legacy will continue to inspire our work for generations to come. 💙

08/04/2026

We're inspired by these words from our Director of Culture and Values, Ericka Wooten, as we conclude our series:

“A South Carolina without poverty is a place where every person's God-given dignity is recognized, where equity is practiced, where diversity is seen as a gift, and where belonging is a lived reality. It's a state where a person’s zip code no longer predicts life expectancy; where being unhoused, uninsured, or economically exploited is a thing of the past. It's a South Carolina where opportunity depends not on luck or ancestry, but on a shared birthright.”

Let's continue fighting for the dignity of every South Carolinian–because that should always be a reality, not just a dream.

07/29/2026

NEXT WEEK! 📣 Letters of Intent for our next round of Systems Change Grants are due on August 4th.

Systems Change Grants support organizations who address the economic mobility or housing security through advocacy, shifting power, affirming the dignity of people experiencing poverty or implementing scalable solutions.

👉 Tips for Applying for a Systems Change Grant:
sistersofcharitysc.com/tips-for-applying-for-a-systems-change-grant

👉 Learn More and Apply here:
sistersofcharitysc.com/systems-change

07/23/2026

As we round out our series, we want to thank everyone for their input as we've celebrated our 30th anniversary.

Everyone has a dream. When we dream together, that's really when we start to get things done.

Tiger Wells, a member of our Board of Trustees, says, "I imagine it would look like a land where 'the haves' are not enslaved by their possessions but rather are empowered and motivated to relieve suffering. It would look like a land where even the 'have nots' have enough.”

07/20/2026

Here’s what our team is reading this year! 📚

Our Growing in GRace sessions, led by our Director of Culture and Values, Ericka Wooten, bring our staff and Board of Trustees together to reflect on our annual group read.

These sessions have been incredibly impactful—creating space to ask honest questions, dig deeper, and uncover meaningful insights together.

So far, Legacy by Uché Blackstock has been so moving and offers a powerful perspective as we explore the relationships our healthcare system and systemic racism.

What have you been reading this year?

07/15/2026

Our staff is sharing their dreams for a better SC. What would our state look like if poverty were no longer a part of the equation?

"The thing that is nearest to my heart at the moment is that people in our state would experience peace if there was no poverty." –Dr. Melinda Merrell, Sr. Director of Grantmaking & Strategy

As we celebrate 30 years at the Foundation, we encourage you to dream with us. Share your answers with us below!

07/14/2026

Dream with us as we celebrate our 30th anniversary this summer. What would SC look like if there was no poverty?

"People feeling empowered. Reduced gun violence in low-income communities." –SCFSC event attendee

07/14/2026

Celebrate our 30th anniversary with us! Our Board of Trustees are dreaming alongside us as we envision a better South Carolina.

What would SC look like if there was no poverty?

"If there was no poverty in our state, South Carolina would become the Beloved Community that we aspire to be." –Tony McDade, SCFSC Board Member and Retired Executive Director at United Ministries

07/13/2026

South Carolinians deserve health and happiness. What do you think our state could look like if there was no more poverty?

"Less pain, sadness, and sickness. Better mental health and outcomes from all people. Happier kids, adults, and families." –SCFSC event attendee

07/13/2026

As we celebrate our 30th anniversary at the Foundation, our staff is sharing their own vision for a South Carolina without poverty.

Vanessa Brown, our Office Administrator, says, "Every community has the resources, stability, and connection to succeed."

What would SC look like if there was no poverty? Let us know what you think in the comments below!

Address

2711 Middleburg Drive, Ste 115
Columbia, SC
29204

Telephone

+18032540230

Website

http://www.sistersofcharitysc.com/

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