BH Charitable Foundation

hanks to YOU, our Berkeley Hall members, we’ve been able to make a real difference in our greater Bluffton community, and we recently received an incredible opportunity from an Anonymous Donor granting us $50,000 in matching funds to all donations made by new supporters of the charitable foundation. This special campaign runs through the end of June and matches dollar for dollar all contributions received from new donors. This campaign also offers an “additional dollar match” to those who have previously contributed to the BHCF in the amount of $250 dollars or less in 2021. For example, if you

We thank you for your generosity, and hope you will support us in this incredible opportunity to do more.

– John Kourakos, BHCF Chair and the BHCF Board of Directors

donated $250 last year, and this year you donate $750, our anonymous donor will match the additional $500, for a total donation of $1,250. ($250 + $500 + $500 match). This gives us the opportunity to make an even bigger difference in the lives of those who need it most – funding much-needed grants to help address hunger, housing, medical, and other important needs – right here in the Bluffton community.

A snapshot of some of our BHCF donation recipients:

Programs for Exceptional People

Bluffton Self-Help Volunteers in Medicine Backpack Buddies Family Promise

upporting our mission to make a difference, the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to Bluffton Self Help. The grant, recently approved by the Berkeley Hall Board of Directors, is for acquisition of computer software to be used in BSH’s new Path Forward case management strategy. “By providing BSH with the tools they need, we can truly support their efforts to assist in a comprehensive approach,” shares Jane Moyer, BHCF Grants Committee Chair. The project was developed following a community needs assessment by BSH in partnership with the Riley Center for Livable Communities which indicated 6 out of 10 families in greater Bluffton are economically at risk. “BSH leadership felt compelled to move from a crisis management focus to a more holistic approach,” explains Moyer. “Going forward, every community member who seeks help will be assigned a client advocate to help them address crisis needs, i.e. groceries and/or help with rent and utilities, as well as long-term goals and opportunities.”

WED, JUNE 1 | 11:30AM-1PM

BERKELEY HALL

A P rivate Golf Club CommunityCharity Cup ith its elegant “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” theme, the annual Berkeley Hall Foundation Ladies Luncheon will find its perfect setting in the club’s newly opened Veranda. On Wednesday, June 1st at 11:30am we will gather and support the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation. Our grand affair begins with passed appetizers followed by a gourmet three course luncheon. It will be accompanied by a pairing of four wines donated by several renowned vineyards in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys, thanks to the continuing effort of Melanie Vanderpool. This year, once again we will be selling raffle tickets for our donated prizes. The donations include a Christian Louboutin Cabata Spikes Empire calfskin tote, donated by Marsha Levin and a bottle of Loubicroc Eau de Parfum donated by Stacey Steinberg. Raffle tickets will be available at the luncheon or in advance at tmcameron@hargray.com. In the spirit of Audrey Hepburn, please wear a “Little Black Dress” for our full group photo! We also take inspiration from Audrey and her many philanthropic efforts. The price for the luncheon is $100 per ticket with a portion of each ticket donated to the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation to benefit several local charities. Registration begins May 1. We ask that you please register as a single attendee only. Mark your calendars: Come and enjoy wearing your “Little Black Dress!”

Original artwork by Taniel Cameron

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN PURSE & PERFUME RAFFLE:

We’re raffling off an exquisite Christian Louboutin Cabata Spikes Empire calfskin tote and Loubicroc Eau de Parfum for $50 per ticket or 3/tickets for $125. Raffle tickets will be available at the luncheon, or in advance from Taniel Cameron at: tmcameron@hargray.com.

BHCF Mission is to Make a Difference in addressing the basic human needs of the greater Bluffton community, especially those most vulnerable. Thanks to the Berkeley Hall community’s generosity, the charitable foundation has raised over $2 million for Lowcountry charities since its inception in 2008.