Keep South Carolina Wild

Category: Fundraising

2026 Oyster Roast at Bowens Island

Come feast on delicious wild oysters with SCWF and help raise funds for coastal wildlife conservation! Natural habitat is disappearing at an alarming rate, and local wildlife need our help to conserve and restore the woods, waters, and wetlands on which they depend.

Ticket sales are now live for SCWF’s oyster roast fundraiser at the iconic Bowens Island in Charleston on Sunday, November 1st from 3:00 – 5:00 pm! There will be fresh, delicious oysters, beer & wine, vegetarian options, and a raffle. If you haven’t been to Bowens Island yet, come check out this unique location that is a local favorite known for fresh seafood and a laid-back atmosphere, right on the marsh. All sponsorships include a VIP social from 2:00 – 3:00 pm.

Plus you are doubling your impact for conservation since Bowens Island restaurant participates in SCDNR’s oyster shell recycling program, so our used oyster shells will be returned to the environment to build new reefs!

 

Become a sponsor to help us increase our impact for local wildlife!

 

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Trip King

 

Refund Policy: 90% of ticket price will be refunded for cancellation more than two weeks prior to the event; 75% refunded when less than two weeks before event. All refund requests must be made via email to mail@scwf.org.

Sporting Clays Competition

Join SCWF for a Sporting Clays Competition fundraiser on Friday, November 13th at Palmetto Outdoors Shooting Center in Swansea where your four-person team can compete for awards and bragging rights.

Event Schedule:

  • Registration & safety meeting – 9am
  • Tournament – 10am-12:30pm
  • Lunch – 12:30pm-1pm
  • Awards – 1pm

Registration for your 4-person team is $500.

Individual registrations are $125.

Sponsorships

All sponsorships will receive logo recognition at the event and on all digital marketing shared with our 47,000+ supporters and followers. Sponsorship deadline is October 12, 2026.

$500 Station Sponsorships – includes 1 non-participant representative per station

$1,000 Team Sponsorships – includes one 4-person team registration

Registration includes one golf cart per team, 100 targets per shooter, and a BBQ & fried chicken lunch from Palmetto Pig. Participants should bring their own gun, ammunition, and hearing and eye protection (required). Maximum shot size is 7.5. The facility has some guns available to rent for $20. Ammunition is available for approximately $40.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Lunch & Awards Sponsor

 

Forks, Knives, & Spoonbills Conservation Dinner at The Willcox in Aiken

Join the South Carolina Wildlife Federation at The Willcox in Aiken from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for a five-course, wine-paired conservation dinner featuring dishes inspired by imperiled bird species created by Executive Chef Philip Friesen.

 

This year’s featured species include the common loon, purple gallinule, indigo bunting, scissor-tailed flycatcher, blue jay, and of course, the roseate spoonbill, whose conservation story inspired this dinner series. As each course is served, SCWF Industry Habitat Manager Jay Keck will share information about each species and the conservation efforts needed to help them thrive.

 

This convivial evening will not disappoint! Purchase your tickets early to ensure that you can join us for this deliciously informative conservation dinner. All funds raised will benefit conservation and education programs at SCWF. Vegetarian option available.

Menu

Inspired by the roseate spoonbill

A floral and light cocktail with a beautiful pink hue and subtle botanical flavors

 

Inspired by the scissor-tailed flycatcher

Creamy cauliflower velouté, basil oil, aged Asiago

Inspired by the indigo bunting

Arugula salad, blueberries, pickled beets, slivered almonds, blueberry vinaigrette

Inspired by the purple gallinule

Seared scallop, truffled pea puree, chili oil, micro chard & amaranth

Inspired by the common loon

Parmesan-encrusted steelhead trout, orange beurre blanc, grilled broccolini, charred lemon

Inspired by the blue jay

Compressed pear, mascarpone hazelnut mousse, hazelnut praline

Make a night of it! Group rate hotel rooms are available at special pricing of $252 for deluxe rooms. Instructions for booking will be included in your purchase acknowledgment email. 

Presenting Sponsors

Eric & Allison Brinkley

Philanthropic Sponsorships

Please consider choosing a sponsorship to further support our mission!

For company sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $525 level, or four tickets at the $1,050 level, and we’ll include your logo on all of this event’s marketing materials sent out to our 45,000+ supporters and followers, press releases, website, and on the printed menu. 

For SCWF Friend sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $325 level, or four tickets at the $650 level, and will be recognized by name on the same formats. 

 

Thank you to our sponsors for helping us increase our impact for local wildlife. 

FKS dinner refund policy: 90% of ticket price will be refunded for cancellations requested more than one week prior to the event. All refund requests must be made in writing or by email to mail@scwf.org.

Featured image: Gathered Around the Plate by Liz List.

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Honda Generator Raffle

Be prepared for hurricane season!

Why be stuck without power ever again?

As part of this year’s Wild Summer Nights Online Auction, SCWF is selling raffle tickets to win a Honda generator valued at $1,200!

Only 400 raffle tickets will be sold – that means you have at least a 1 in 400 chance of winning for each ticket you buy! And there’s a 10% discount for multiple ticket purchases!

Honda Power Equipment has you covered with its EU2200i 2,200-watt 120V inverter generator with CO-MINDER™ advanced carbon monoxide detection system.

More power from the generator you trust. The all new EU2200i raises the bar when it comes to quiet, dependable, durable and easy-to-use generators. The EU2200i delivers 10 percent more power than the EU2000i, letting you power more of what you need, in the same lightweight, compact package. Plus it provides even better performance, combined with improved ease of use and maintenance, for powering work, home or play.

Whether it’s an extra refrigerator or a larger TV at your tailgate party, the EU2200i gives you the power to get more done. The EU2200i can operate a wide variety of appliances, making it perfect for portable use at home, camping, on the jobsite, or much more.

  • Ideal for TV, DVD, satellite, fridge, coffee pot, & more
  • Super quiet & lightweight
  • Inverter – stable power
  • Honda My Generator app + Bluetooth capability
  • CO-MINDER: advanced carbon monoxide detection system
  • 2,200 surge Watts; 1,800 rated Watts
  • Honda 121cc GXR120 engine with recoil start
  • 30A, 125V locking plug allows parallel connection to another EU2200i or EU2000i with parallel cable (not included)
  • CO-Minder for essential protection from harmful carbon monoxide
  • Bluetooth connectivity lets you monitor generator performance from smartphone

All proceeds support our mission to conserve and restore wildlife and habitat through education and advocacy. Winner will be chosen on September 30, 2026, or when all tickets are sold.

Item available for pick up at the SCWF office in Columbia on or after October 1, 2026. Email mail@scwf.org with any questions.

No physical tickets will be issued. Net proceeds from this raffle support our conservation and education programs in South Carolina. Since at least 2021, 100% of all raffle receipts have supported our conservation and education programs in South Carolina. Should the minimum revenue generated from ticket sales not exceed $1,200, the raffle will convert to a 50/50 cash prize.

Donated By Honda of South Carolina Manufacturing, Inc.

Summer Open House & Auction Preview 2026

You are invited to our summer Open House drop-in where you can preview select items that will be in this year’s Wild Summer Nights Online Auction that will take place July 24-27, 2026. Come hang out with the SCWF staff, enjoy refreshments, and check out our native plant pollinator garden. This is also a great time to pick up coffee or any other merchandise that you have been eyeing. We hope to see you soon!

Costa Rica Trip Raffle 2026

Tickets are sold out! And the winner is…

Lynda L., from Rock Hill!

*To buy tickets for our Honda generator raffle, register to bid at this link, then select View Items: https://SCWF2026auction.givesmart.com

Purchase a raffle ticket for $30 for a chance to win a weeklong trip to Costa Rica for up to 6 guests, valued at $3,400! Increase your odds by buying more than one at a 10% discount. Only 300 tickets will be sold!

Trip Details:
Enjoy 7 nights in Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast which boasts the world’s best sportfishing and eco-tourism. Gaze up at Volcano Arenal (yes, it’s active) while immersed in one of its hot water springs. Glide through the rainforest canopy. Charter an award winning fishing boat in the “Billfish Capital of the World.” Drive dune buggies on the beach. Trek through creeks and forest by ATV on your way to a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. Ride horseback down the beach at sunset. There’s plenty for you and your family to do in Los Sueños, Costa Rica!

INCLUDES:
– 7 nights in fully-equipped 2-bedroom/2-bath condo with view of rainforest and golf course
– Access to the private Los Sueños Beach Club
– Personal English-speaking concierge
– Discount certificates for use at the country’s best eco-tours and fishing charters

The condo is located in the Los Sueños Resort and Marina, a premier luxury residential destination community. Designed in stunning Spanish Colonial Architecture, the spacious 1900 square ft. suite sleeps four comfortably, maximum of six in a comfortable living space using a two-bedroom, two-bathroom floor plan. Enjoy sunsets or morning coffee on our covered terrace overlooking the fairway and the lush, gentle slopes of the mountains encircling Herradura Bay.

Subject to availability. Not valid over Easter holiday weeks. Saturday check-ins only. Dec. – Mar. stays and extensions beyond one year are available for a modest fee – inquire with provider. Airfare and ground transfers not included. Book within 9 months of purchase and complete travel within 12 months of purchase. Non-refundable and fully transferable (buy it for a friend!).

 

Use the button below to purchase your raffle tickets. Only 300 tickets will be sold!

$30 – 1 ticket

$54 – 2 tickets

$81 – 3 tickets

$108 – 4 tickets

$135 – 5 tickets

 

 

Raffle Logistics

No physical tickets will be issued. Winner will be drawn from purchase receipt on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Net proceeds from this raffle support our conservation and education programs in South Carolina.

Since at least 2021, 100% of all raffle receipts have supported our conservation and education programs in South Carolina.

Please note that should the minimum amount of $3,400 not be reached, the raffle will convert into a 50/50 raffle and the winner will be awarded half of the generated revenue.

Forks, Knives, & Spoonbills Conservation Dinner at The Hollow in Columbia

Ticket sales close May 31 at 4pm!

Join the South Carolina Wildlife Federation at The Hollow in Columbia from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for a five-course, wine-paired conservation dinner featuring dishes inspired by imperiled bird species created by Executive Chef Dante Serra.

This year’s featured species include the Eastern whip-poor-will, golden-winged warbler, green heron, prairie warbler, yellow-billed cuckoo, and of course, the roseate spoonbill, whose conservation story inspired this dinner series. We can’t wait to see the menu inspired by these species! As each course is served, SCWF Industry Habitat Manager Jay Keck will share information about each species and the conservation efforts needed to help them thrive.

This convivial evening will not disappoint! Purchase your tickets early to ensure that you can join us for this deliciously informative conservation dinner. All funds raised will benefit conservation and education programs at SCWF.

Menu

Inspired by the yellow-billed cuckoo
Confit frog legs, potato cake, blackberry compote 

Inspired by the Eastern whip-poor-will
Summer fruit gazpacho 

Inspired by the roseate spoonbill
Crawfish-stuffed prawn, grits, Creole

Inspired by the green heron
Blackened catfish, collard greens, red rice risotto 

Inspired by the prairie warbler
Lemon bar with macerated berries & whipped cream

 

Presenting Sponsor:

 

SCWF Friends:

 

Susan Hamilton & Tom Gross

Drs. Jackie and Alaric van Dam 

Company Sponsors:

Philanthropic Sponsorships


Please consider choosing a sponsorship to further support our mission!

For Company sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $525 level or four tickets at the $1,050 level, and we’ll include your logo on all of this event’s marketing materials sent to our 45,000+ supporters and followers, and on press releases, website, and the menu. 

For SCWF Friend sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $325 level or four tickets at the $650 level, and will be recognized by name on the same formats.

Thank you to our sponsors for helping us increase our impact for South Carolina’s wildlife. 

FKS dinner refund policy: 90% of ticket price will be refunded for cancellations requested more than one week prior to the event. All refund requests must be made in writing or by email to mail@scwf.org.

Featured image: 2026 menu art winner, Gathered Around the Plate by Liz List.

2026 Wild Summer Nights Online Auction

This year’s Wild Summer Nights Online Auction runs Friday, July 24th, 9am – Sunday, July 26th, 8pm.

This is our favorite fundraiser because it truly has something for everyone. Whether you are planning your next vacation, event, outdoor adventure, or are looking for a uniquely wonderful gift, you will enjoy bidding on a variety of items for a great cause! All proceeds support our mission to conserve and restore wildlife and habitat through education and advocacy.

If you would like to donate an item or experience, please use the Make an Item Donation button below.

If you would like to be a sponsor, read on for options!

The 2026 auction has a fundraising goal of $100,000, and we need your support to reach this goal!

Sponsorship options:

Presenting, $2,500: featured logo ads & top billing on auction site, event webpage, and press releases. 

Full, $1,500: featured logo ads and top billing on the auction website and top billing on the event webpage.

Half, $750: logo ads and listing on the auction website and event webpage.

Quarter, $375: name listing on the event webpage.

Share your support of wildlife and habitat conservation with our 46,000+ supporters and followers!

You can register to bid here – https://SCWF2026auction.givesmart.com – raffle tickets are available now for a Honda generator valued at $1,200!

 

 

 

Be an auction sponsor!

Make an Item Donation

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Banner Image Credit: Light the Way by Stuart Barfield.

Forks, Knives, & Spoonbills Conservation Dinner at Topsoil Restaurant in Travelers Rest

Ticket sales close on Friday, April 3rd, or when all tickets have been sold.

Join the South Carolina Wildlife Federation at Topsoil Restaurant in Travelers Rest near Greenville on Wednesday, April 8th,  from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for a six-course, wine-paired conservation dinner featuring dishes inspired by imperiled bird species created by Executive Chef Adam Cooke.

This year’s featured species include the Eastern whip-poor-will, golden-winged warbler, green heron, prairie warbler, yellow-billed cuckoo, and of course, the roseate spoonbill, whose conservation story inspired this dinner series. We can’t wait to see the menu inspired by these species! As each course is served, SCWF Industry Habitat Manager Jay Keck will share information about each species and the conservation efforts needed to help them thrive.

 

This convivial evening will not disappoint! Purchase your tickets early to ensure that you can join us for this deliciously informative conservation dinner. All funds raised will benefit conservation and education programs at SCWF. Vegan/vegetarian options available. Please note dietary restrictions and seating requests in the Notes field on the ticketing page.

Menu

Golden-winged Warbler

Amuse: twice baked sunchokes with Monetta asparagus, bacon, chive

Balestri Valda Soave Classico DOC ’Sengialta’, Italy

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Oyster mushroom bisque, sherry Gouda cream

Vigna Madre Pecorino ‘Becco Reale’, Terre di Chieti IGP, Italy

Roseate Spoonbill

Local beet & strawberry salad, strawberry rose’ vinaigrette, watercress, whipped garlic-dill fromage blanc

Mas des Infermières Source Rosé, Luberon AOP, France

Green Heron

Yellowtail hamachi crudo, black lemon vinaigrette, orange & cumin-scented pickled carrot and cauliflower

Coto de Gomariz ‘Flower and the Bee’ White, Ribeiro D.O., Spain

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Hickory Nut Gap pork cheek braised with spruce tip and rosemary, Carolina Gold rice middlins, fresh peas and truffle

Aguijon de Abeja Cabernet Franc, San Juan, Argentina

Prairie Warbler

Caramel banana budino, sweet cornmeal short cookie, rum whipped crème fraiche, candied cashew

Evolucio Late Harvest Furmint, Hungary

Sponsor

Company Sponsor

Wine Sponsor

SCWF Friends

 Amie & Hunter Garrett

Melanie & Chase Samples

Allison & Anthony Quartararo

Anne & Mark Kaiser

Philanthropic Sponsorships

Please consider choosing a sponsorship to further support our mission!

For company sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $525 level, or four tickets at the $1,050 level, and we’ll include your logo on all of this event’s marketing materials sent out to our 40,000+ supporters and followers, press releases, website, and on the printed menu. 

For SCWF Friend sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $325 level, or four tickets at the $650 level, and will be recognized by name on the same formats.

 

Thank you to our sponsors for helping us increase our impact for local wildlife. 

FKS dinner refund policy: 90% of ticket price will be refunded for cancellations requested more than one week prior to the event. All refund requests must be made in writing or by email to mail@scwf.org.

Featured image credit: Gathered Around the Plate by Liz List.