WHO WE ARE
Kiawah Cares is a community outreach program
coordinated by the Kiawah Island Community
Association. The initiative began in 2010 and
formally launched in July 2012 as a coordinated
way to establish community partnerships, give
back to the community and to help improve the
overall quality of life of our nearest neighbors
on the Sea Islands. In 2014, the Kiawah Cares
Foundation received 501(c)3 status. Our fiscal
year is July 1 - June 30.
Our mission: Kiawah Cares works to improve
the quality of life of our Sea Island neighbors
through community partnerships.
Our vision: Kiawah Cares partners with
charitable organizations, churches, schools
and businesses to address social issues such
as education, employment, health, housing,
transportation, exposure to arts and recreation,
and the needs of seniors and veterans. We will
contribute time, knowledge and financial support,
serving as volunteers, mentors, advisors and
sponsors in numerous opportunities throughout
the community.
WHO WE HELP
True to our mission, Kiawah Cares focuses on
helping our closest Sea Islands neighbors: Johns
and Wadmalaw islands. Our greatest focus is
on education and student support services.
Kiawah Island is blessed with resources. We
cannot ignore the social issues experienced
by our neighboring communities, who face
the same struggles as many rural communities
around the country. Kiawah Cares has created
a unique community partnership model to
create ongoing opportunities for caring,
collaboration and fellowship. We join together
as a community to create positive impact.