Creating communities where every
young person has access to a caring adult
Creating Community Connections
At the heart of our organization's mission is the belief that a one caring adult in a young person’s life can make the biggest difference.
Through our training programs and community service projects, we aim to create communities where every young person has access to a positive caring adult.
This mission is carried out by our flagship program, The Messengers. Originating from a motivational public speaking group within the South Carolina youth correctional facility in 1993, The Messengers has evolved into a powerful force for change, spreading messages of hope, respect, relationship, and responsibility nationwide.
About The Foundation
Keep On Giving Foundation prioritizes community service and advocating for positive change through speaking engagements and trainings. With the support of our dedicated donors and volunteers, we aim to assist former justice involved youth in giving back to society and ultimately creating more caring communities.
Our Flagship Public Speaking Group: The Messengers
In 1993, a motivational public speaking group was formed in South Carolina’s youth correctional facility. This group traveled the state of South Carolina and spoke to countless youth and adults about making better choices, choosing positive friends and the power of communication. After being released and building their new lives after incarceration, the former members of this speaking team have banded together again to bring their stories of change, hope, and inspiration. The team which is made up of speakers all over the U.S. meets together regularly to strategize, encourage, and motivate each other in their mission of restoration. Their goal is by telling their stories they plan to encourage others to see change is always possible through positive communication and caring relationships.
The Messengers
2025 Highlights
| Colony East Apartments, Columbia, SC |
A community event that included a giveaway of food, clothing, household supplies, furniture and more.
Giving Back Events
| The Colony Apartments - Beltline Blvd Columbia, SC |
A community event that included a giveaway of clothing, household supplies, furniture and more. Free food and community resources were also available
| Seven Oaks Park Columbia SC |
Insiders Reunion - Brought the participants of the Insiders Program together for a powerful night of sharing
We take donations of furniture, kitchen items, home decor, and men’s suits and ties. We will pick it up from most counties in South Carolina and we distribute these donations to either families that are in need or youth trying to get their lives started or rebuilt.