WoodmenLife Myrtle Beach Chapter 1111

07/22/2026

Thanks to all who attended our Chapter meeting and America celebration. We had a great turnout with 6 veterans being recognized and support for our Caring for Others and Lifesaver Award recipients. Big C's food truck served up a delicious hamburgers and hotdogs to kick off the night.

07/22/2026

Our very own Rene Lee is pictured here with with the co-chairs of Hwy 15 Back To School Bash. (Betty Robinson, Dana Painter). He presented these ladies with a check for $1500 on behalf of our Chapter to purchase needed school supplies and back packs for the needy children of that area of Myrtle Beach. The Bash will take place August 14. Woodmenlife Chapter 1111 is honored to be one of many great supporters of this wonderful community outreach!

07/09/2026

Hey Y'all!! It's time for our next quarterly meeting. It will be at the Chapter hall on Monday, July 20 at 6:30pm. The Chapter invites members and their families for a continued celebration of America's birthday! We will treat you to a food truck meal and a little patriotic fun! Come dressed in your best red, white or blue and bring a veteran with you too! There will be a few special guests so you don't want to miss! Please RSVP Rita Gainey by July 15 if you plan to attend (with how many). Call or text her at 843-516-9065. We look forward to seeing you!!

07/07/2026

What an honor it was to present an American Flag to the Mayor of Surfside Beach and city councilmen to kick off their annual July 4th golf cart parade, on America's 250th birthday! Chapter officers present were Rita Rita Smith Gainey Sharri Hammond, and Julie M. Brannock.

06/15/2026

The celebration of Flag Day continued on Sunday thru the South Strand with the help of two members of Discovery Church and Chapter 1111! We provided 80 handheld flags to Emmitt and Ann Jones who distributed the flags along Garden City Pier and the Myrtle Beach car show in Murrells Inlet. We appreciate your patriotism and desire to share it with others. The first picture below is our Trustee, Julie Brannock with Mrs. Ann.

06/14/2026

It's Flag Day! Our chapter was honored to present 8 American Flags to the Town of Surfside Beach on Thursday in honor of Flag Day. These flags will be proudly displayed throughout the town's area parks and Civic Center. Chapter 1111 was represented by Secretary Rita Gainey and member Christy Barfield. The Surfside administration was represented by Event Coordinator Tabitha Mull, Mayor Robert Krouse, Town Administrator Gerry Vincent, and Councilmen Rick Lawhorn and Skip Walls.

06/06/2026

SOS Care is a non-profit organization in the Myrtle Beach, SC area that supports individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities, helping them achieve independence through a variety of opportunities. Their mission is to provide resources for independent living and prevent homelessness for this vulnerable population.

Oak Tree Farm is an SOS Community of such residents. Currently, supporters can contribute to their personalized Legacy Brick fundraiser. Our Chapter was proud to support this campaign and donated $1000. Treasurer Sharri Hammond presented a check to Cathi Brong, Director of Housing Initiatives.

06/06/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, Sharri Hammond, Treasurer, Chapter 1111 presents an American Flag to Kay Roensch, Financial Secretary at First Methodist Church of Myrtle Beach.

05/25/2026

05/11/2026

It's National Police week! It's purpose is to bring law enforcement and the community together, honoring the officers dedication to protect and serve. It also recognizes fallen officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while in the line of duty.

Today, Woodmenlife Chapter 1111 is proud to present an American Flag to Police Chief Mickle and officers of the Surfside Beach Police Department to honor their sacrifices. We were honored to have the Surfside Beach Mayor, Town Administrator and Communication Coordinator present as well. Thanks for your service in making Surfside Beach a safe and fun place for residents and visitors alike!