11 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com One of the things I love most about living in Mount Pleasant is how deeply people care about one another. That sense of community isn’t just a feeling — you see it in action every day. From neighbors lending a hand after a storm to volunteers showing up before sunrise to help at local events, there’s a generosity of spirit that truly defines our town. It’s this dedication to one another that makes Mount Pleasant such a special place to live. That’s why I’m especially proud to share our Local Nonprofit Directory (see Page 54) with you. This project has been close to my heart because it shines a spotlight on the incredible organizations that make a difference in the Lowcountry every single day. These nonprofits serve a wide range of needs — from feeding families, supporting children in their education, and protecting our beautiful waterways, to offering comfort and resources to those facing hardship. They are, without a doubt, the heartbeat of our community, quietly and tirelessly shaping lives for the better. My hope is that this directory inspires you to take part in these efforts in any way you can — whether through volunteering, donating, or simply learning more about the causes that resonate with you. Every small act of kindness contributes to the greater good, and when we all come together, Mount Pleasant becomes an even stronger, more connected place to call home. Thank you, as always, for being part of the Mount Pleasant Magazine family and for supporting the people and organizations that make our community so remarkable. Your involvement, no matter how big or small, helps sustain the spirit of giving that keeps our town thriving. With gratitude, Bill Macchio Publisher • Publisher@MountPleasantMagazine.com publisher’s note Holiday Edition • VOL. 15, ISSUE 6 PUBLISHER BILL MACCHIO PUBLISHER@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM MANAGING EDITOR ZACH GIROUX EDITOR@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM ART DIRECTOR DANA COLEMAN PRODUCTION MANAGER BETHANY LONG BRAND AMBASSADOR STACEY MCLOUGHLIN STACEY@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM DIGITAL DIRECTOR ALLYAH HARRAR ALLYAH@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM ASSISTANT TO THE PUBLISHER JAZZY JORDAN ASSISTANT@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM DIGITAL/WEB EDITOR GEORGE CONKLIN COPY EDITOR COLIN MCCANDLESS SOCIAL MEDIA/EVENT COORDINATOR ALYSSA FRANCO THEDIGITALTOUCHCHS@GMAIL.COM AD DESIGNERS BETHANY LONG KIM HALL WRITERS ADLAI ALLARD • MARY COY • COLBY DENTON ALLYAH HARRAR • WILL HAYNIE • CARI LAWSON CLARK LEACH • COLIN MCCANDLESS • SARAH ROSE ANNE TOOLE • BROOKE WATSON PHOTOGRAPHER MARK STAFF INDEPENDENT MEDIA CONSULTANTS COLLEEN KASSNER COLLEEN@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM SHARI SEBUCK SHARI@MOUNTPLEASANTMAGAZINE.COM ADMINISTRATION & BOOKKEEPING GINGER SOTTILE BOSS DOG REGGIE DISTRIBUTION/DIRECT MAIL U.S. POST OFFICE • HARRIS TEETER • CVS Mount Pleasant Magazine is published locally by a team of independent contractors. Mount Pleasant Magazine is published six times per year by Media Services, Inc. 1013 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Copyright © Media Services 2025. All rights reserved. Reproduction electronically or in print format without the expressed written consent of the publisher is strictly prohibited and a violation of U.S. copyright laws. Inquiries to: Mount Pleasant Magazine P.O. Box 22617, Charleston, SC 29413 843-881-1481
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