Alston Wilkes

Rebuilding Lives for a Stronger Community since 1962! AWS helps offenders, former offenders, homeless veterans, at-risk youth, and their families.

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

🎉 Sponsor Spotlight 🎉

A big thank you to @SouthStateBank for joining the 2026 Alston Wilkes Society Oyster Roast as an Oyster Ambassador Sponsor!

Together, we're creating hope and opportunity across South Carolina.

@BowensIsland

#AWSOysterRoast #GivingBack

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Thank you to @SouthStateBank, our first Oyster Ambassador Sponsor for the 2026 Alston Wilkes Society Oyster Roast!

Their support helps us continue serving veterans, families, and individuals rebuilding their lives across SC.

#2026AWSOysterRoast #CommunityImpact

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

🚲 Transportation creates opportunity.

Nearly 20% of unemployed South Carolinians cite transportation as a barrier to work. Access to reliable transportation can mean access to jobs, housing, healthcare, and hope.

#WorldBicycleDay #RebuildingLives

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Every child deserves a safe, stable, and supportive home.

Today, we honor the parents, caregivers, and guardians who make that possible and help build brighter futures for the next generation.

#GlobalDayOfParents #InternationalChildrensDay #StrongerCommunity ❤️

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Today we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

One way we honor their sacrifice is by continuing to support veterans and veteran families still rebuilding stability and hope.

DONATE: https://t.co/MqjQTCKtYz

#MemorialDay #Veterans

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Tomorrow, we remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We honor their sacrifice and remain committed to serving veterans and veteran families across South Carolina.

#MemorialDay #Veterans

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Veteran and AWS team member William Godfrey recently received the Bill Hummers Mission Impact Award from Goodwill Industries.

His story is a reminder that hope, healing, and purpose are possible after hardship.

#MemorialDay #Veterans

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

In 2025, AWS served more than 1,000 veteran households across South Carolina through housing, support services, employment assistance, and stabilization programs.

As Memorial Day approaches, we remember and continue serving those who served.

#MemorialDay #Veterans

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave everything in service to our country.

At Alston Wilkes Society, we’re honored to continue serving veterans and veteran families across South Carolina through housing, support services, and hope.

#MemorialDay #Veterans

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

This Armed Forces Day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the men and women who serve and have served our nation. 🇺🇸

Thank you for your service.

#ArmedForcesDay #SupportVeterans #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Congrats to William Godfrey, an AWS team member in Greenville, on receiving the Bill Hummers Mission Impact Award at the 2026 Champions for Change banquet hosted by @GoodwillSC.

We are so proud of William and grateful for the impact he continues to make serving fellow vets!

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

We’re looking for a community partner willing to donate lunch for an upcoming Advisory Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 19 at 12 PM in Greenville.

Interested? DM me or comment below and I’ll connect you with the Facility Director to coordinate.

#ReentryMatters #GreenvilleSC

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Alston Wilkes Society 💙

Today we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and mentors whose love and strength help build stronger families and communities every day. 🌸

#MothersDay #HappyMothersDay #AlstonWilkesSociety

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

💙 We’ve reached $2,000—thank you!

We’re still working toward our $5,000 goal through Sunday.

Honor someone special this Mother’s Day with a gift that supports women & families rebuilding their lives.

👉 https://t.co/o8chIAIqaG

#MothersDay #MidlandsGives

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

🔥 We’re at $1,235!

Only a few hours left to give—help us finish strong.

⏰ Ends at 11:59PM
💙 Every gift matters
👉 https://t.co/o8chIAIqaG

#MidlandsGives

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

🚀 We’re at $825!

Just $175 away from our first milestone of $1,000—help us get there.

💙 Every gift matters
👉 https://t.co/o8chIAIqaG

#MidlandsGives

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

📈 Update: We’ve raised $625 toward our $5,000 goal!

Momentum is building—help us keep it going.

💙 Every gift matters
👉 https://t.co/o8chIAIqaG

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

🚨 Today is #MidlandsGives!

We’ve raised $450 toward our $5,000 goal—help us keep the momentum going.

Support hope, healing & second chances today.

💙 Every gift matters
👉 https://t.co/o8chIAIqaG

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

⏰ Reminder! Midlands Gives Day is May 5!

Support hope, healing & second chances for those rebuilding their lives.

💙 Early Giving is happening NOW
🎯 Goal: $5,000
Give today: https://t.co/o8chIAIqaG

#MidlandsGives #GiveHope

[Alston Wilkes @AWS1962]

Some prison-focused studies estimate 98% of incarcerated people experienced at least one ACE.

Prevention and healing matter.

Source: https://t.co/CtyQok1t9y

#ReentryMonth #ChildAbusePreventionMonth