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SECRETARY MILES NAMES
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Children’s Charity Fund, of Sarasota, Florida, 19.3% |
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Defeat Diabetes Foundation, Inc., of Madeira Beach, Florida, 17.5% |
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Dogs Against Drugs/Dogs Against Crime, of Anderson, Indiana, 5.8% |
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Fondest Wish Foundation, of Rochester, Minnesota, 11% |
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Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund, Washington, DC, 8.6% |
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National Association of Police Athletic Leagues, of N. Palm Beach, Florida, 9.8% |
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National Cancer Center, Inc., of Plainview, New York, 18.2% |
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National Emergency Medicine Association, Inc., of Towson, Maryland, 6.3% |
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Shiloh International Ministries, of LaVerne, California, 7% |
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Vanished Children’s Alliance, of San Jose,
California, 24% |
Secretary Miles said the 2001 Angel List recipients were selected because “these organizations were found to be extremely effective at giving a high percentage of their total expenditures directly to programs for their designated cause, their compliance with the S.C. Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act, and their high use of volunteers in their fundraising efforts.” The 2001 Angels List recipients, as announced in alphabetical order, with the percentage given directly to their cause, are:
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Charitable Society of Charleston, Inc., 88.8% |
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Children’s Relief Fund of Hilton Head, 97.9% |
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Christmas in April of Florence, 96.2% |
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Community Food Bank of the Piedmont, Mauldin, South Carolina, 90.3% |
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Crimestoppers of the Lowcountry, Inc., Charleston, 97.6% |
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Fair Play Camp School, Inc., Westminster, 84.6% |
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Family Connection of South Carolina, Columbia, 91.8% |
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Foundation for the Children’s Oncology Group, Arcadia, California, 94.3% |
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Partnerships in Education, Inc., of San Jose, California, 100% |
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Pilot Club of Columbia Foundation, 88% |
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Sea Haven, Inc., of North Myrtle Beach, 92.6% |
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South Carolina Wildlife Federation, of Columbia, 92.9% |
The Secretary of State also made a special presentation to three outstanding new charities organized since the September 11 tragedies.
“The events of September 11 changed our lives forever, bringing out both the best and the worst of humanity, said Miles. “We want to recognize three outstanding new organizations established here in South Carolina to assist the families of the heroes, survivors, and victims of September 11, who have already done a remarkable job of raising money and getting it directly to the those in need.”
The South Carolina Fireman’s
Association and the Andy Thomas Show Fireman’s Fund, which raised over $750,000
for the families of heroes lost in the New York tragedy, was honored. South
Carolina Cares, organized by the Governor’s Office, giving over $3,751,961.87 to
the Red Cross, was also recognized. The White Knoll Middle School Fire Truck
Fund, which has been raising money to buy a new fire truck for New York City,
was also named an outstanding new charity by the Secretary of State.
“The White Knoll students have done an outstanding job. These students have set
an example for all of us to follow,” said Miles.
“It is people like our Angel charities and our outstanding new charities who are creating a better quality of life for all of us in our state, and we have them to thank for keeping the spirit of giving alive and well here in South Carolina,” said Miles.
Secretary Miles added that all charities doing business in South Carolina can be checked out on the Secretary of State’s website, www.scsos.com.
“Since the events of September 11, American life has changed in many ways, including in the area of charitable giving. Americans have opened their hearts and their wallets like never before to support their neighbors in need. Charities have raised record amounts of money and provided services in epic proportion,” said Miles.
“It is critical, in this time of
great need and uncertain economic times, to make sure our donations are given
wisely and used wisely. Before you write the check, please check it out,” urged
Secretary Miles. “There are so many families in South Carolina, in New York, in
our nation’s capital, and around the world, who desperately need our help. Let’s
make sure they get the help they need by giving generously, but wisely. “
![]() South Carolina Cares |
![]() Andy Thomas Show Firefighter's Fund |
![]() White Knoll Middle School Fire Truck Fund |
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