Alston Wilkes Society

06/15/2026

This month, we are proud to recognize the Alston Wilkes Society as our featured Partner of the Month.

Guided by their mission, “Rebuilding Lives for a Safer Community,” Alston Wilkes Society provides critical support to veterans and their families, individuals involved in the justice system, and at-risk youth and adults. Their work is grounded in person-centered, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care, ensuring every individual is treated with fairness, and compassion.

Their commitment to meeting people where they are is what makes this partnership so meaningful. Together with Welvista, we are helping expand access to essential medications through the MAP -Medication Assistance Pharmacy at no cost, improving health outcomes and strengthening communities.

We are grateful for their ongoing impact and look forward to continuing to grow this important partnership.

06/15/2026

We are so proud to have William as part of the AWS family. We celebrated him back in May when he received his award, but his story is inspiring even still. Check it out!

06/12/2026

🍩 National Donut Day Giveaway Winner! 🍩

Thank you to everyone who participated in our National Donut Day giveaway and supporter survey! We had lots of participation, so thank you so much to everyone who took the time to enter the drawing.

Now....the moment you have all been waiting for!!!

After a random drawing, our winner of the $15 Dunkin' Gift Card is...

🎉 Karla A.! 🎉

Congratulations! We will send you a direct message so we can arrange delivery of your gift card.

Again, thank you to everyone who took the time to participate, share our post, and support the mission of Alston Wilkes Society. Your support helps us continue Rebuilding Lives for a Stronger Community.

Stay tuned for more opportunities to engage with us in the future!

06/11/2026

Sponsor Spotlight

Alston Wilkes Society is proud to recognize SouthState Bank as an Oyster Ambassador Sponsor for our 2026 Oyster Roast.

📅 October 18, 2026
📍 Bowen's Island Restaurant, Charleston, SC

As one of our premier sponsorship partners, SouthState Bank's support helps us continue providing critical services to veterans, individuals reentering the community after incarceration, and families facing difficult circumstances across South Carolina.

Community-minded organizations like SouthState Bank demonstrate what it means to invest in people and strengthen the communities we call home.

Thank you, SouthState Bank, for partnering with us to create opportunities, restore hope, and change lives.

We are also grateful for the continued partnership of Bowens Island Restaurant, whose support as our venue partner each year helps make this event possible.

06/08/2026

Last Friday was National Donut Day and to celebrate we are giving away a $15 Dunkin Gift Card. There's still time to enter! Check out our post below to get your name entered into the drawing. Winner will be announced this Friday!

🍩 FREE DONUTS ALERT 🍩

It's National Donut Day, and we're celebrating with a little giveaway!

Fun fact: National Donut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to honor the "Doughnut Lassies," who served donuts and comfort to soldiers on the front lines during World War I.

Now, we're not asking anyone to dodge artillery for a donut...(whew!)

But we are asking for 60 seconds of your time.

We're giving away a $15 Dunkin' Gift Card, and there are multiple ways to enter!

🍩 Entry #1

If you're already a supporter of the Alston Wilkes Society then complete our quick 3-question Supporter Survey and earn one entry into the drawing.

🔗 Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/Kj4e2yPj9r

🍩 Entry #2

Help us spread the word!

✅ Like and Follow the Alston Wilkes Society page
✅ Tag a friend in the comments OR share this post
✅ Comment: "I want some Dunkin"

Already follow us? Simply share the giveaway post or tag a friend to earn your bonus entry!

🍩 BONUS Entry #3

Want another chance to win?

Sign up for our email newsletter and stay up to date on success stories, community impact, upcoming events, and opportunities to support our mission.

🔗 Newsletter Signup: https://www.alstonwilkessociety.org/newsletter-sign-up/

📅 Winner Announced: Friday, June 12

The more ways you participate, the more entries you'll earn!

Thank you for helping us continue our mission of Rebuilding Lives for a Stronger Community through veteran services, workforce development, housing programs, reentry services, and community support.

Good luck, and may the odds be ever in your flavor! 🍩😉

06/05/2026

🍩 FREE DONUTS ALERT 🍩

It's National Donut Day, and we're celebrating with a little giveaway!

Fun fact: National Donut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to honor the "Doughnut Lassies," who served donuts and comfort to soldiers on the front lines during World War I.

Now, we're not asking anyone to dodge artillery for a donut...(whew!)

But we are asking for 60 seconds of your time.

We're giving away a $15 Dunkin' Gift Card, and there are multiple ways to enter!

🍩 Entry #1

If you're already a supporter of the Alston Wilkes Society then complete our quick 3-question Supporter Survey and earn one entry into the drawing.

🔗 Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/Kj4e2yPj9r

🍩 Entry #2

Help us spread the word!

✅ Like and Follow the Alston Wilkes Society page
✅ Tag a friend in the comments OR share this post
✅ Comment: "I want some Dunkin"

Already follow us? Simply share the giveaway post or tag a friend to earn your bonus entry!

🍩 BONUS Entry #3

Want another chance to win?

Sign up for our email newsletter and stay up to date on success stories, community impact, upcoming events, and opportunities to support our mission.

🔗 Newsletter Signup: https://www.alstonwilkessociety.org/newsletter-sign-up/

📅 Winner Announced: Friday, June 12

The more ways you participate, the more entries you'll earn!

Thank you for helping us continue our mission of Rebuilding Lives for a Stronger Community through veteran services, workforce development, housing programs, reentry services, and community support.

Good luck, and may the odds be ever in your flavor! 🍩😉

06/03/2026

Today is World Bicycle Day.

While bicycles are often associated with recreation and exercise, for many individuals they represent something much bigger: transportation, independence, and opportunity.

According to a survey of South Carolina residents, nearly 20% of people who were able to work but not currently employed identified transportation as a barrier to employment.

Without reliable transportation, it can be difficult to get to work, attend job interviews, access healthcare, participate in treatment programs, or connect with supportive services.

At Alston Wilkes Society, we understand that rebuilding lives often begins by removing barriers. Through our services and programs, we help individuals overcome challenges that stand between them and a brighter future.

Sometimes the journey toward stability starts with a single step. Sometimes it starts with a ride.

🚲 Happy World Bicycle Day.

06/01/2026

Today, we recognize both Global Day of Parents and International Children's Day.

Children thrive when they have stability, support, and caring adults in their lives.

Research consistently shows that children who grow up with stable family relationships and supportive environments are more likely to graduate from high school, maintain employment, avoid involvement with the justice system, and experience better physical and mental health outcomes throughout their lives.

At Alston Wilkes Society, we see every day how investing in individuals and families creates brighter futures for children. Whether through veteran services, housing support, workforce development, community-based programs, or reentry services, our work is ultimately about strengthening families and creating opportunities for the next generation.

When parents and caregivers have the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed, children are more likely to succeed too.

Today, we celebrate the parents, grandparents, guardians, caregivers, and mentors who help provide the stability, encouragement, and hope that children need to thrive.

Because stronger families help build stronger futures.

❤️ Happy Global Day of Parents and International Children's Day!

05/25/2026

Today, we remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Memorial Day is also a reminder that many veterans continue carrying the physical and emotional weight of service long after returning home. Through housing assistance, case management, employment support, and veteran stabilization programs, Alston Wilkes Society is honored to walk alongside veterans and veteran families across South Carolina as they rebuild stability and hope.

One way we can honor the legacy of those who served is by continuing to care for those still walking the road home.

If you would like to support our mission this Memorial Day, we invite you to give here: https://givebutter.com/vf9CQV

Thank you for remembering. Thank you for honoring. Thank you for standing with those who served.

05/25/2026

Tomorrow, our nation pauses to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

For many veterans and military families, Memorial Day is deeply personal. It is a day filled with reflection, remembrance, gratitude, and honor for those who never made it home.

At Alston Wilkes Society, we are grateful for the opportunity to serve veterans and veteran families throughout South Carolina every day of the year.

As we prepare to observe Memorial Day, we invite our community to remember, reflect, and honor the sacrifices made for our freedom.