| United Way of Pickens County

CAMP IROCK FEATURED IN USA TODAY GIFT GUIDE

In this season of giving, United Way Worldwide partnered with USA Today on a national feature showcasing how local communities are making a meaningful impact.

United Way of Pickens County Named Angel Charity

United Way of Pickens County receives South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond Angel Award

(EASLEY, SC) – South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond honored United Way of Pickens County as one of ten Angel charities of 2025 in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the Capitol Complex.

United Way staff pose with Secretary of State Mark Hammond with their Angel Award framed certificate.

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Join our Matching Gift Challenge and make your generosity go twice as far. Every dollar you give will be matched—amplifying care, opportunity, and impact for those who need it most.

Need Help? Dial 211.

Our non-emergency 24/7 resource line is here to help. Call 211, text HELP to 211-211, or search the database online.

Need Help? Dial 211.

With SNAP food assistance set to pause on November 1, nearly 10,000 people in Pickens County will be affected — and 70% of those are children or older adults.

United Way Launches Volunteer Recruitment for 2025 Free File Tax Prep Program

United Way of Pickens County is preparing for another impactful tax season, and we’re calling on community members to step up and make a difference.

Each year, a dedicated team of trained volunteers provides free tax preparation services to individuals and families across Pickens County—many of whom earn an average income of just $24,000. Last tax season alone, nearly 60 volunteers helped file more than 2,200 tax returns, putting critical refunds directly into the hands of those who need it most.

NOW TRAINING FREE FILE VOLUNTEERS

Join the team that makes Free File possible—no experience needed and training is free! With flexible hours and convenient locations, you can volunteer on your schedule and make a real impact in your community.

AOP CLUBHOUSE KICKOFF

Mark your calendar and plan to attend the kickoff event for the AOP Clubhouse.

October 23, 9:00 a.m.
Pendleton Methodist Church
217 S. Broad Street
Pendleton, SC 29670

Opening in 2026, this community-based program is dedicated to instilling hope and empowering those living with mental illness on the Anderson-Oconee-Pickens area. Register and learn more at the button below.