Friendship Place, Inc

Today, Friendship Place honors Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, celebrates resilience, and reflects on the ongoing journey toward justice and unity.

As we pause to observe this important holiday, we remember the strength, perseverance, and contributions of those who came before us and recommit ourselves to building a community where every neighbor is valued, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive.

Our office will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth and will resume normal operations on the next business day.

Wishing our neighbors, volunteers, supporters, and community partners a safe and meaningful holiday.

❤️ Walking with Neighbors Through Life's Highs and Lows

We’re excited to share a new community partnership. Friendship Place is now a distribution site for the Catholic Charities Senior Box Program, allowing us to expand our reach and better serve seniors in our community.

Tammy wasn't the only neighbor who received a new bike last month. Friendship Place gifted seven donated bikes to neighbors in need, providing not just transportation, but greater access to work, resources, and community.

We're grateful to everyone who helped make these gifts possible.

This is how we friendship.

At Friendship Place, mentorship has become a proven path forward. Research shows that women who participate in mentoring programs nearly double their annual income.

That is why each month, 12 to 25 women gather at Friendship Place for our Georgetown LIVES Program, building relationships, setting goals, and walking toward lasting change together.

Find ways to become a communitypartner by visiting - www.friendshipplaceinc.org/volunteer

Every family is different. Think about:
✔ Children’s needs
✔ Elderly family members
✔ Pets 🐾

Make your Go-Bag personal—make it work for YOU. You made it! 🎉

Over the past six weeks, you’ve taken steps to prepare your Emergency Go-Bag. Prepared families build resilient communities. Winyah Bay COAD is proud of you!







Black River United Way
Habitat for Humanity for Georgetown County

Waccamaw Community Foundation
The Salvation Army Georgetown,SC Corps
YMCA of Coastal Carolina
American Red Cross of South Carolina
GCOST Collaborative
Mary's Angels Independent Living for Young Women
CMD's Pantry
Freedom Readers
Neighbor to Neighbor
Georgetown County Emergency Management
Williamsburg County Emergency Management/ E-911
Catholic Charities of South Carolina

Congratulations, Natasha! 🎓

You may remember our neighbor Natasha from her graduation at Horry Georgetown Technical College last year. We're excited to share that she has reached another milestone, earning her Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Her journey hasn't been easy, but she never gave up. Today, she continues working toward her dream of becoming an elementary school teacher.

Her story is a beautiful reminder of what can happen when determination is met with encouragement, support, and community. 💛

Make sure you pack enough for three days! This includes non–perishable items(granola bars, canned foods, manual can opener), medication, coloring sheets, crayons, and a board game for kids, a gallon of water for each family member, flashlight, hand crank radio and a first aid kit, blankets, etc.







Black River United Way
Habitat for Humanity for Georgetown County

Waccamaw Community Foundation
The Salvation Army Georgetown,SC Corps
YMCA of Coastal Carolina
American Red Cross of South Carolina
GCOST Collaborative
Mary's Angels Independent Living for Young Women
CMD's Pantry
Freedom Readers
Neighbor to Neighbor
Georgetown County Emergency Management
Williamsburg County Emergency Management/ E-911
Catholic Charities of South Carolina

Friendship Served Weekdays | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Georgetown EATS is one of our longest-standing and most beloved programs and for many of our neighbors, it’s the front door to support. Some come in expecting a free meal…but many leave with a new friend, a prayer partner, and access to resources that can lead to a better quality of life.

Join us! We invite you to be part of this work by joining our team of volunteers and helping us continue serving our neighbors with love, hope, and friendship.

Learn more at www.FriendshipPlaceInc.org 💛