Market Research Report: Family Connection of South Carolina

Company Overview

• Name: Family Connection of South Carolina

• Mission: Changing lives by making connections, raising awareness, and promoting inclusion for those with disabilities and special healthcare needs.

• Founded: 1990

• Founders: No information is available

• Key People: Amy Holbert, CEO

• Headquarters: 1800 St. Julian Place, Suite 104, Columbia, SC

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Serving families of children with disabilities and chronic health conditions through support, information, education, and advocacy.

Products and Services

Training and Workshops

• Description: Family Connection of South Carolina provides training and workshops aimed at parents and professionals working with children with disabilities or chronic health conditions.

• Key Features:

• Parent Training and Information Center since 2015

• Offers personalized education and referrals

Family Support Services

• Description: Resources and services tailored to meet the needs of families of children with disabilities or chronic health conditions.

• Key Features:

• Peer-to-peer support

• Navigation assistance through various stages of care

• Advocacy and empowerment tools

Recent Developments

• Recent Events:

• Buddy Walk 2024: Scheduled at Saluda Shoals Park on October 27. It honors families with children with Down syndrome and raises funds to support Family Connection's initiatives.

• Kendra Scott Give-Back Event: An event where 20% of sales proceeds are donated to Family Connection.

• Inclusive Photography Collection at The Children's Museum of the Upstate: A presentation of Family Connection’s LOOK! Photography exhibit to promote awareness.

• New Collaborations:

• Collaboration with The Children's Museum of the Upstate to display the LOOK! Photography Collection, emphasizing inclusion and disability awareness.

• Programs and Initiatives:

• Hosting summits for community-serving organizations focusing on rights and resources for students under federal laws including IDEA.

• Engagement in national networks such as The SC Family Voices Affiliate and Parent-to-Parent USA for enhanced support and advocacy.

• Community Engagement:

• The Felder family serving as ambassadors for the 2024 Buddy Walk event.

• Participation in fundraising events like local shopping campaigns with partners.

No specific data was provided on the number of employees, revenue, or certain key figures within the organization. The report has focused on utilizing data available to present a comprehensive view of Family Connection of South Carolina, highlighting its mission, services, and recent activities.