One Child At A Time

06/01/2026

June is Internet Safety Month! Watch for ways this month on how to prevent online predators from talking to your kids.

05/28/2026

What an honor it was to travel to Lancaster, SC, and speak with the Ambush Club alongside James Heyward, Law Enforcement Instructor. Thank you for the opportunity to share, encourage, and connect with such an incredible group of young leaders and mentors.

Programs like this are truly making a difference by investing in our youth, building confidence, leadership, and positive futures. Grateful for everyone working behind the scenes to impact lives and strengthen the community.

A special thank you to my part-time Social Media Specialist, Arizona, and Laura for traveling with me and supporting this important mission. Your dedication and heart for serving others are never unnoticed. 💙

05/26/2026

We had the privilege today to talk to the D.A.R of Hartsville. Thank you for allowing us to come and share our story while learning who we are and what we do. It’s through education that we can help save lives one child at a time.

05/21/2026

Our children navigate a digital world where they are vulnerable each day to being targeted and manipulated by online predators. One mistake online should never determine a child’s future. Their story is not finished, and there is hope.

Thanks to the “Take It Down” program, young people no longer have to suffer in silence or hide in the darkness. Resources like these are helping children reclaim their voice, their safety, and their future.

Together, we can continue educating families, empowering children, and protecting our communities… one child at a time. 💙

05/16/2026

What an incredible day at the “Mind Over Matter” Youth Workshop hosted by Wayside Chapel Baptist Church. We had the privilege of educating students and parents on the realities of human trafficking, online predators, and the importance of internet safety in today’s digital world.

It was an honor to stand alongside so many passionate speakers and community leaders who are investing in the well-being of our youth. Prevention begins with education, and every conversation matters.

Thank you to Verna Downs, Angela Moses, and everyone involved for the opportunity to be part of such an impactful event. Together, we are helping protect and empower the next generation.

Together, we can educate our children on online safety and human trafficking awareness… one child at a time.

05/05/2026

We were truly honored to spend today with the incredible nurses at Carolina Pines, in Hartsville, S.C., providing training on the red flags and indicators of human trafficking. These frontline professionals play such a vital role in identifying victims who may never speak for themselves, and equipping them with the right tools can truly save lives.

We also had the opportunity to speak with them not just as healthcare providers but also as parents and grandparents, sharing practical ways to protect their children and families from online predators in today’s digital world.

Grateful for the heart, compassion, and commitment of this team. Together, we are making our communities safer, one child at a time. 💙

04/28/2026

We are incredibly grateful to share that One Child At A Time has been awarded a $23,000 grant from United Way of Greater Hartsville!

A heartfelt thank you to Executive Director Joann DeLong and the entire Board for believing in our mission and investing in the work we are doing to educate, equip, and protect children in our community. Your support makes a lasting impact and helps us continue reaching those who need it most.

Because of partners like you, we can move forward with even greater purpose and reach. We are truly thankful and honored to serve alongside such an incredible community.

Together, we will continue making a difference…one child at a time.

04/17/2026

This absolutely made our hearts smile! 💙

There is something so powerful about teaching children the value of generosity at a young age. It’s more than just giving; it’s shaping compassionate hearts and raising a generation that chooses to care, protect, and stand up for others.

We were so honored to tell the youth how proud we are of them and to share how the money they raised will be used. They raised 132.78, and to us, it is more than a donation; it represents awareness, love, and a commitment to making a difference. Every dollar helps us continue educating and protecting children from human trafficking and online exploitation.

We are so thankful to the adults guiding these children at One Church Hartsville

Together, we are making an impact… one child at a time. 💙

04/14/2026

04/11/2026

Education is Key!

A man was arrested on Thursday for child exploitation, according to a release from the Horry County Police Department (HCPD).Jacob Gangwer, 23, of Myrtle Beac