(WCIV) — Recently, Make-A-Wish South Carolina hosted an awards brunch to honor the 2025 W.I.S.H. Society members, who collectively raised a remarkable $125,000 to support children across South Carolina facing critical health challenges. This achievement sets a new fundraising benchmark for the Lowcountry area.
Celebrating Women Empowering Change
The W.I.S.H. Society—an acronym for Women Inspiring Strength and Hope—recognizes influential women who contribute their skills, time, and networks to enhance fundraising initiatives and elevate awareness for Make-A-Wish SC. “These women are a force of compassion, connection, and action,” stated Shannon Rice, Community Engagement Manager for Make-A-Wish South Carolina. “They’ve poured their hearts into this effort, and their work will have a lasting impact on children and families right here in our community.”
Inspiring Stories and Keynote Address
During the event, attendees were treated to an uplifting speech from Hart Peary, a board member of Make-A-Wish South Carolina and a mother of a wish child, who recounted her son Charlie’s wish experience. The event also featured a keynote address by Sarah Irvin, the founder of Quick Tan Sunless and the EmpowHER Women’s Conference. Irvin’s address centered on themes of resilience, reinvention, and the significance of purpose-driven support for others.
A Collective Vision for the Future
Expressing her gratitude for the efforts of the W.I.S.H. Society, Misty Farmer, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish South Carolina, remarked, “The W.I.S.H. Society is proof that giving back is powerful. When we work together, we move closer to our vision of granting the wish of every eligible child in South Carolina.”
This event not only celebrated the accomplishments of the honorees but also reinforced the commitment of the community to support children and families in need.
