Thank you to everyone who attended the second annual State of our Families on October 23, 2024! We deeply appreciate your continued support of Trident United Way and your participation in this important conversation.

Want to see this year's event in action? Check out the digital photo album and YouTube recording of the event linked above!

The annual State of Our Families event brings together key community leaders to learn what families in the Tri-County area are currently experiencing. Trident United Way President & CEO DJ Hampton presents a snapshot of where families in our community are economically and is joined by local leaders focused on working together to help those struggling to make ends meet. 

Wide shot of State of Our Families event with moderator and panelists

Thank you to our event sponsors

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2023 State of Our Families 

Over 150 community members attended the inaugural State of Our Families event to discuss the challenges many families in our community are facing and the opportunities we have to come together to lift these families up. Trident United Way President & CEO DJ Hampton began the program by sharing information on ALICE®, Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed families that make up almost 40% of our Tri-County community.

The Post & Courier Editor In Chief Autumn Phillips moderated a panel discussion featuring leaders from different community sectors - Rev. Dr. Byron L. Benton, Matt Brady, Shawan Gillians and Melissa Levesque.

The event also recognized those who have gone above and beyond to serve our community.

  • Outstanding Volunteer Award Deb Campeau
  • Outstanding Nonprofit Partner Award Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach
  • Outstanding Corporate Partner Award Santee Cooper

We are grateful to everyone who attended the event and look forward to continuing our efforts alongside our community partners to help friends and neighbors in the Tri-County area.