FROM THE PRESIDENT

Greetings…

We are proud to celebrate 75 years of dedicated service in the Charleston area. Welcome to the official website of the Charleston (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, where you will find a rich historical account of our Chapter, along with highlights, photos, and updates showcasing our meaningful programs and upcoming events.

Our Chapter is pleased to share information about our arts and cultural awareness initiatives, community service efforts, civic engagement, health awareness programs, youth education and scholarships, and international service and support.

As a volunteer service organization, we are committed to delivering life-changing service throughout the Charleston community. On March 29, 1951, nine visionary charter members laid the foundation for what has become 75 years of unwavering dedication to service. Their legacy continues today through our commitment to impactful programming across the five facets of The Links, Incorporated:
  • The Arts
  • Health and Human Services
  • International Trends and Services
  • National Trends and Services
  • Services to Youth

Programs and Initiatives:

Teachers’ Supply Closet – Teachers’ Shopping Day:
A free resource for teachers in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties of South Carolina. The Teachers’ Supply Closet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing educators with essential classroom supplies to support student success.
Website: https://www.teacherssupplycloset.org/

Beyond Our Walls – STEAM Program:
In partnership with Dominion Youth Inc., this initiative provides opportunities for a diverse group of individuals to engage in science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics (STEAM), and project design. Participants also develop soft skills such as leadership, communication, respect, trust, time management, public speaking, and attention to detail.
Website: https://www.beyondourwalls.org/

Chicora Elementary – “I Read, You Read, We Read”:
An award-winning literacy initiative serving third through fifth grade students. This program offers one-to-one mentoring and strategic interventions to improve reading and comprehension skills using The Links, Incorporated “I Read, You Read, We Read Together” initiative.

STYLEZ Program:
An after-school program designed to introduce elementary and middle school students to the arts, encouraging creativity, self-expression, and cultural appreciation.

HBCU Support Initiative:
Aligned with the National HBCU Initiative, this program supports efforts to increase retention and graduation rates among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), while honoring their past, present, and future through collaborative engagement.


AARP Lunch and Learn Series:
A convenient, low-key educational series offering older adults, and all interested participants, timely information on financial security, fraud prevention, health, caregiving, and community resources.

Black Family Wellness Initiative:
A community-centered event designed to reduce health and economic disparities and promote healthier outcomes within the Black community.

Our membership is comprised of 56 extraordinary women whose talents, leadership, and skills are dedicated to improving the lives of others. We invite you to follow our journey as we continue to enrich communities and improve the quality of life for people of African descent through friendship and service.

Dianne Tindal-Sutton
President Charleston (SC) Chapter of The Link, Incorporated