Angels Among Us: New Directions Named Angel Charity by South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond
Kathy Jenkins, New Directions’ CEO receiving the Angel Award from South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond
On Wednesday, November 15th, New Directions of Horry County was recognized as a 2023 Angel Charity by the South Carolina Secretary of State, Mark Hammond. Each year, the Secretary of State acknowledges organizations that have positively impacted the well-being of South Carolinians and that have demonstrated good stewardship of charitable resources, known as “Angel Charities”.
We are honored to be one of 12 organizations who received an Angel Award this year, and one of two organizations who were nominated by a member of the public. More than 1,000 organizations applied or were nominated for the award, and to be considered, organizations must spend at least 80% of expenditures on program services, receive minimal government funding, and be in existence for at least three years. We are both thrilled and humbled by this unique honor, and are proud to be recognized as an organization that uses its funding efficiently and effectively. Thank you for trusting us with your support, and most especially, thank you to the individual(s) who nominated us.
“Every year, I recognize ‘Angel’ charities that have made significant contributions to South Carolina—not only to recognize their accomplishments, but to encourage donors to practice wise charitable giving... The Angels recognized today demonstrate how caring and generosity can transform and improve lives. As the holidays approach, I hope that everyone will extend the same caring and generosity to others. As always, remember to give from the heart, but please give smart.” - South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond
“For the past 10 years, our focus at New Directions has been to be the best stewards of the donations entrusted to us while also providing the best service we can for our clients who are experiencing homelessness. We are so honored by this award. Thank you, Secretary of State Mark Hammond!” - Kathy Jenkins, New Directions’ CEO
The complete list of 2023 Angel Charities and more information about the Angel Award read the full press release from the South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office available here: https://sos.sc.gov/news/2023-11/south-carolina-secretary-state-mark-hammond-announces-angels-2023
Charles Jordan, Board Chair, Elizabeth Schlueter, Development Director, Kathy Jenkins, CEO, and SC Secretary of State, Mark Hammond