The Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club is soliciting nominations for the 14th 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 live oak tree on Johns Island, which clearly represents the people, culture, and natural environment of the islands.
The 2024 recipient was Kelly Carroll, who was recognized for her work with The Point, a local organization that supports Lowcountry groups focused on women in need. The award 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 20, 2026, and will receive an honorarium of $5000, which he/she can designate for assignment to a charitable organization serving the islands. The award recipient will also receive a memento and have his/her name inscribed on the Angel Oak Trophy, which is permanently displayed on the islands.
The Exchange Club is seeking nominations from the public. The deadline for nominations is February 28, 2026. Nomination information and forms can be found on the Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club website at www.ks-exchangeclub.com. Please contact Alan Armstrong at alan9631@comcast.net or 410-274-7545 if you have any questions.
-Submitted by Exchange Club of Kiawah-Seabrook
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