Lynne Ford, Author at Helping Hands

Thanks for Being a Blessing

March 7, 2025 by Lynne Ford

We Appreciate You … Read more

Get Ready for Palmetto Giving Day 2025 – Be a Light!

March 7, 2025 by Lynne Ford

It’s never too early to start planning for Palmetto Giving Day, a powerful opportunity to make a lasting impact in our community.

This year, our theme is “Be a Light,” and we’re aiming to raise $175,000 to support vital programs and services. Palmetto Giving Day is a 36-hour online giving event taking place on May 6-7, 2025, where you can contribute to the nonprofit organizations making a difference in Georgetown County.

Stay tuned—more details are coming soon! Let’s come together and be a light for those in need. 💡

Golf Tournament Fundraiser a Huge Success

March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 by Lynne Ford

Wow, what an incredible impact that Bistro 217’s 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament had on Feb. 16, 2025, even with the weather throwing a curveball! Co-owners Anne Hardee and Adam Kirby took center stage earlier today to announce a total of over $50,000 raised, with $26,250 going to both Helping Hands of Georgetown and The Outreach … Read more

Join Us for the Bistro 217 Charity Golf Tournament at Caledonia!

March 7, 2025February 13, 2025 by Lynne Ford

We’re gearing up for an exciting day on the course (Sunday, Feb. 16th) at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club for the Bistro 217 Charity Golf Tournament, supporting our local community. This year, we are honored that co-owner Anne Hardee and her incredible team have chosen Helping Hands of Georgetown and The Outreach Farm as the … Read more

Outward Bound Adventure Quickly Approaching

March 7, 2025February 13, 2025 by Lynne Ford

During the week of February 16, 2025, a group of Youth Employment Program (YEP) students will embark on an unforgettable journey through the Florida Everglades as part of our annual Outward Bound experience. While their peers enjoy a break from school academics, these adventurers will be navigating rivers and forests, embracing the challenges of teamwork, … Read more

Waccamaw Middle Goes Above & Beyond for Christmas Drive

July 31, 2024January 24, 2022 by Lynne Ford

Students, faculty and staff at Waccamaw Middle School were challenged by Principal Ginny Haynes to raise 1,000 cans for a Helping Hands Food Drive for Christmas. They surpassed that goal and collected 3,239 cans of food!! The school held a special event in their gym where they presented the cans to Helping Hands Associate Director, … Read more

Serving Georgetown County through Thanksgiving Food Distribution

April 24, 2024January 20, 2022 by Lynne Ford

Our November Thanksgiving Food Distribution enabled us to serve 433 families for Thanksgiving throughout the county. This effort would not have been possible without the efforts of our volunteers, covenant churches, granting organizations and our board of directors and staff.

Tams Fundraiser a Big Success!

April 24, 2024November 23, 2021 by Lynne Ford

The weather was ideal, the food tasty, crowd size perfect, and the Tams delivered their electrifying blend of talent and finesse! Volunteers, staff, donors and friends all contributed to make this event a huge success. “Last year’s event was held virtually due to the pandemic, and we were a little nervous about how many folks … Read more

Join Us for a Party Featuring the Tams

July 31, 2024September 22, 2021 by Lynne Ford

Come out to Caledonia Golf & Fish Club on Sunday, October 10 from 4-7 p.m. and join the board of directors, staff and volunteers of Helping Hands for a casual Sunday afternoon listening to great music from the Tams! While you’re mingling, enjoy some oysters, heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine. This is a benefit … Read more