African American Leadership Council is now PULSE!
To better reflect the Tri-County population, the African American Leadership Council (AALC) is evolving into PULSE.
PULSE is a dynamic network of changemakers from all backgrounds coming together to create lasting impact. We believe that community-wide collaboration is essential in driving meaningful change, and this transformation reinforces our commitment to our community.
Stay tuned for more information!
Ready, Set, Thrive School Support Drive
In partnership with Young Leaders United, PULSE is hosting Ready, Set, Thrive School Support Drive. We're collecting essential items to help fill school supply closets with much-needed food, hygiene products and extra clothing to support families through the summer months. We’re also gathering back-to-school supplies to ensure students start the new school year confident and prepared.
Click the link below to learn more and donate today!
2025 Pathways to Youth Empowerment Seminar: Bloom Boldly
Trident United Way PULSE will be hosting the upcoming Pathways to Empowerment Youth Seminar: Bloom Boldly. This seminar brings together youth with highly successful leaders to be inspired to dream big, push boundaries and bloom boldly into their full potential
Panelists will share their journeys of resilience, leadership and success through powerful storytelling and interactive sessions.
Saturday, July 19
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Girls ages 13-18 are invited to attend
Moderator
Dr. Tamara T. Butler - The Avery Research Center
Panelists
Rachel Brown - Government & Operations Professional, Doctoral Candidate in Public Administration
Sonia Hanson - VP, Branch Manager, SouthState Bank and Founder, Sunflowers of Hope
Octavia Mitchell - News Anchor, WCBD News 2
Sherrika Myers - Founder, Every 1 Voice Matters
For more information, please contact Leah at lmoore@tuw.org
Thank you to our generous sponsors
Empowerment Sponsor
Impact Sponsor
Reliance Sponsor
Event Sponsors
Thank you to our generous in-kind sponsors
AstenJohnson Inc.
Buxton Books
Sunflowers of Hope Inc.
2025 PULSE April Sip & Serve Happy Hour
Thank you to everyone who joining us for our April PULSE donor network meeting!
Stay informed about upcoming events, ongoing initiatives and the incredible community impact we’re making together. After the meeting, take part in our Sip & Serve activity to support Dorchester Seniors.
We will be gathering in the 1st floor Community Room at Trident United Way for our meeting, then heading to 843 Korean BBQ for continued conversations and our hands-on service project - creating greeting cards to be delivered with meals to local seniors. It's a simple way to spread joy and brighten the day of our older neighbors. Buy yourself a drink and we’ll supply a snack or two for an afternoon of fellowship and fun!
We hope to see you there!
Please reach out to Leah Moore, lmoore@tuw.org, with any questions.
2025 PULSE February Sip & Serve Happy Hour
Thank you to everyone who attended the Sip & Serve event at Kiki's Chicken & Waffles! It was a fun evening of connecting over upcoming PULSE opportunities and serving our community by building therapy boxes for Pattison's Academy. A special thank you to Dr. Laura Ganci and Madison McCalman from Pattison's Academy for joining us and sharing your mission.
2024 AALC Sip & Serve Happy Hour
Thank you to everyone who attended the AALC Sip & Serve Happy Hour! We loved seeing new and familiar faces, and look forward to our next gathering.
Questions? Contact Leah at LRhyne@tuw.org.
2024 Pathways to Empowerment Youth Seminar
Thank you to everyone who participated in the African American Leadership Council Pathways to Empowerment Youth Seminar!
On July 13, 2024, 50 young men of color gathered to spend their Saturday morning at the Trident United Way African American Leadership Council Pathways to Empowerment Youth Seminar, engaging with community leaders to learn how their dreams are realistic, achievable opportunities.
Thank you to our incredible panelists and moderator who shared their personal backgrounds, career paths and challenges they've overcome to be successful community leaders. You've made a powerful impact on these young men!
Panelists:
Mayor Reggie Burgess City of North Charleston
Chief Chito Walker City of Charleston Police Department
Dr. Anthony Dixon Superintendent, Berkeley County School District
Clay Middleton Managing Director, Mercury Public Affairs
Moderator:
Raphael James Anchor and Reporter, Live 5 News
Thank you to our event sponsors for their generous support
Our Vision:
• We work to solve pressing community issues through Trident United Way’s education, financial stability and health programs.
• We support Trident United Way with our time, talent and treasure, using our experiences and our voices to make a difference for our neighbors.
• Network and inform: We share data about community conditions to increase our knowledge — strengthening our collective ability to create change.
Trident United Way PULSE consists of leaders from across the Tri-County who contribute $1,000 or more to Trident United Way. Members have unique opportunities to see the impact that their financial support and volunteerism have on community issues.
PULSE Step-Up Program
For those individuals not quite ready to invest in Trident United Way at the $1,000 level, the PULSE Step-Up program allows donors to gradually increase their gift over a period of three years. Step-Up members will make a commitment to increase their Trident United Way gift, giving at least $500 in year one, $750 in year two and $1,000 in year three. Step-Up members are recognized as full PULSE members and have access to all PULSE benefits.
Steering Committee 2024-2025
Ruhamah Dunmeyer Grooms, Chair
Jennifer Brown
La Quetta Coulter
Janon German
Marc Gibson
B. Shawan Gillians
Sonia Hanson
Danielle Hardee
Kay Herrington-Simmons
Amanda Lawrence
Sharon Mazyck
Liza Peace
Patrice Simmons
Shareka Sullivan
For more information, or to join Trident United Way PULSE, contact Leah Rhyne at lrhyne@tuw.org.