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Shining Stars Awards Luncheon & Fashion Show

  • Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
  • Time: Doors open at 11:30 am – Program begins at 12:00 pm and ends at 1:30 pm
  • Location: The College Center at Trident Technical College (7000 Rivers Ave, Bld. 920, North Charleston, SC 29406)
  • Ticket pricing: $100 per person (sponsorships also available)
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About the Event

We will celebrate the accomplishments of three strong individuals who will share their personal stories. Our annual event brings together more than 200 business and community leaders to celebrate those who benefited from Palmetto Goodwill’s mission and impact in 2025.

At the heart of this celebration are our award winners who have overcome a myriad of challenges to launch their new lives. As you know, all proceeds from this community event directly support our mission and fund our programs that help individuals transform their lives and futures.  

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About the Awards

  • The Achiever of the Year award is presented to an exceptional individual who has overcome significant barriers to employment while continuing to benefit from the supportive Goodwill work environment or services. 
  • The Goodwill Works! award recognizes a program participant who has not only benefited from Goodwill’s transformative programs but also demonstrated exceptional growth and achievement in the workforce.
  • The Graduate of the Year award recognizes an outstanding individual with a disability or other disadvantaging condition who has completed a Palmetto Goodwill job training program and successfully transitioned into competitive employment with a non-Goodwill employer.

Our Impact in 2025

Services provided to more than 16,300 individuals
Placed 4,200 individuals into employment
Awarded $376,000 in community investment grants
Provided job readiness/occupational skills training to 6,050 individuals
200 reentry participants served with less than 3% recidivism among graduates
Expanded microenterprise accelerator program to Pee Dee region

Palmetto Goodwill Fashion Show

The Palmetto Goodwill Fashion Show brings purpose to the runway as local designers elevate thrifted clothing into inspired, one-of-a-kind creations. This signature Shining Star Awards experience celebrates sustainability, community talent, and the power of transformation.

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Sponsorship Levels

Your support helps us to provide equitable access to training, education, and employment services to individuals in the 18 counties we serve.

Review the full Shining Stars Sponsorship Packet here.

Questions?

Please contact Laura Payne for more event details and other sponsorship opportunities.

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