Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025, highlighted local nonprofits like East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) in Mount Pleasant, which aids families with food, health clinics, and essentials, serving 67 new households (over 200 people) last month amid ongoing needs post-Hurricane Hugo origins 36 years ago. Pet Helpers in North Charleston saw doubled animal intakes year-over-year, using milestone fundraisers like “Treat a pet to a better life” to provide toys and enrichment upon goal hits. These efforts align with broader Lowcountry campaigns promoting year-round generosity for food, hygiene, and animal welfare.​
ECCO Impact
ECCO’s 300 volunteers stock pantries and respond immediately to crises, with donations enabling direct aid to struggling neighbors. Director Don Squire stressed supporting local impacts families living nearby, sustaining operations for daily “storms in lives”. This matches the user’s interest in supporting South Carolina charities and community activities [user-information].​
Pet Helpers and Regional Efforts
Pet Helpers’ Marketing Director JJ Steele noted donor support keeps shelter doors open amid surging intakes. Coastal Giving Tuesday united coastal counties (including Charleston) for awareness, while statewide initiatives like SC Thrive’s “Thrive for 5” ($5 recurring gifts for essentials) amplified small contributions. Other Lowcountry spots like IAAM offered free admission tied to giving.
