For more than two decades, local auto dealer David Bunch has given back to the Kay Phillips Child Advocacy Center (KPCAC) through volunteerism and monetary contributions.
On July 8, Dr. Kay Phillips herself was delighted at the sight of a $15,000 check and then overcome with joy at the pleasant surprise that her nonprofit would actually receive $50,000.
It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through 2026. As summer settles in and families take time to slow down and enjoy the season, I find myself reflecting on all that we have accomplished together during the first half of the year.
As we reflect on 2025, we are filled with gratitude for a year defined by meaningful impact, strong community partnerships, and unwavering support for the children and families we serve.
MONCKS CORNER — Home Telecom has pledged $200,000 over the next two years to the $2 million Kay Phillips Child Advocacy Center’s Berkeley Location Expansion Project. Home Telecom presented Kay Phillips with the first installment of $100,000.
“We are honored that Home Telecom has chosen to provide such generous support for the expansion of our Child Advocacy Center in Moncks Corner,” said KPCAC CEO Kay Phillips. “Critical projects like this are only made possible through strong community partnerships, and we are so grateful for Home Telecom’s investment in our essential services to the children and families of Berkeley County for years to come.”
As we begin to see the first signs of spring on the horizon, I find myself filled with immense gratitude for the compassion and generosity of our thoughtful community.
Although organizations nationwide have been working for decades to prevent child abuse and provide outreach and educational resources, the sad reality is that abuse still continues today among the most vulnerable members in our communities.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 7 children experience abuse or neglect in the U.S. Statistics show that 1 in 10 children will be sexually abused before the age of 18, and more than 90% of those children will know and trust their abusers. Additionally, children with disabilities are 3.4 times more likely to be abused.
The assembly room at the Berkeley County Administration building was transformed into a space to recognize National Opioid Awareness Day and to feature those directly confronting the crisis. The event on Friday, Sept. 21, in Moncks Corner was attended by those receiving grant money and took center stage to continue efforts to combat addiction.
At its regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 22, the Berkeley County Council approved $707,968.64 in opioid recovery funding to be distributed to local organizations and agencies assisting in the fight against the opioid epidemic. In 2024, the amount distributed was $1.2 million.
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