Boys & Girls Clubs of Pee Dee Area honored with Advocate of Youth award

Jamie Carsten, Chair
Jamie Carsten, Chair
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Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area has been recognized with the Advocate of Youth award by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The award acknowledges the organization’s efforts in advocating for young people in South Carolina.

Lisa Bailey, director of philanthropy for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area, said, “Clubs like ours have a unique role as community leaders in providing valuable afterschool programs to our country’s youth that enable them to achieve great futures. We are wholly committed to raising the visibility of the needs of the youth in our community, especially the ones who need us most, and show what we can accomplish with the support of our elected officials and our community.”

The organization highlighted that both staff and board members consistently advocate for local youth.

The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes tourism in Florence, Arizona through various resources and networking events, according to its official website. The Chamber also works to advance economic growth and prosperity by fostering education, advocacy, and collaboration among businesses and residents. As a business organization serving Florence, it offers opportunities for business development and highlights area attractions to encourage community engagement.



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