The Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club is soliciting nominations for its 12th Angel Oak Award. The annual award was first presented in 2012 and recognizes a person who performs volunteer services that contribute significantly to the people and/or quality of life of Wadmalaw, Johns, Kiawah, and/or Seabrook Island.
The award is named after the historic tree on Johns Island which clearly represents the people, culture, and natural environment of the islands. The 2022 recipient was Al Sines who was recognized for his work with the Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding program.
The recipient need not live on the aforementioned islands but the service noted for the award must have been performed on the islands. The recipient will be recognized at a banquet on May 15, 2024 and will receive an honorarium of $5000 which he/she can designate for assignment to a charitable organization serving the islands. The recipient will also receive a memento and have his/her name inscribed on the Angel Oak Trophy that is permanently displayed on the islands.
The Exchange Club is seeking nominations from the public. Nomination information and forms can be found on the Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club website. The deadline for submissions is February 16, 2024. Please contact Alan Armstrong at alan9631@comcast.net or 410-274-7545 if you have any questions.
-Submitted by Alan Armstrong