2900 Millwood Ave | Columbia SC 29205
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Who We Are

The Friends of Epworth board is comprised of area community and business leaders who share the passion of providing for children.

Jesse Bullard

Jesse Bullard

Vice President
Southern Way Catering

Gavin Dean

Gavin Dean

“Epworth has a long-standing history of helping children in need. I became involved with the Friends of Epworth to ensure that children in need can call Epworth home.”

Nick Haigler

Nick Haigler

Member of Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC

“By serving these wonderful children in need of love and support, Epworth is serving our future and our community. I became involved with Epworth to contribute anything and everything I can to this amazing mission.”

Elizabeth Harmon

Elizabeth Harmon

Vice President, State Government Relations
South Carolina Hospital Association

Spann Laffitte

Spann Laffitte

Vice President of Sales and Account Management for Delta Dental

“I’m thrilled to be able to serve as a Friend of Epworth in order to support the organization and its mission. It is critical that we support the youth of our state and especially those who are in such need.”

Jeff Manning

Jeff Manning

Business Development Manager
Adams & Reese LLP

Ann Mac Prevost

Ann Mac Prevost

“When I was in graduate school, I had the opportunity to do my counseling internship at Epworth. My eyes and heart were opened to the needs and struggles these children experience. Epworth strives to provide them with a stable and loving environment, and I am excited to support this mission.”

Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith

Riggs Partners

“After I learned how Epworth transforms children’s lives, I wanted to become involved.”

Kristin Williamson

Kristin Williamson

Public Relations and Marketing

“Every child deserves to be safe and loved. I am honored to support Epworth in its mission to provide a nurturing home to children whose families have become fractured and the support they need to find success in the world.”