Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday—the global day of generosity that follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday—join a movement that makes a real impact. It’s a day to give back and create lasting change for the world around us. On December 2, the South Carolina Wildlife Federation invites you to be part of something bigger—to give back to wildlife and help protect the wild places we all love. Together, we can make this Giving Tuesday truly wild!

Please consider becoming a recurring donor on Giving Tuesday or making a one-time donation! Recurring donors have an increased impact on our organization. Whether you set up your gift monthly, quarterly, or annually, recurring donors provide us with the ability to plan ahead, knowing that your support is on the way. This increased stability makes a tremendous difference to our small but mighty team as we travel across the state offering educational programs and events. Our goal this Giving Tuesday is to add 25 new recurring donors; will you be one of them?

Image credits top to bottom: Cruising by Bradford Andrews, SCWF’s POWR+ Fly Fishing Class, and Forest Blessings by Jennifer Brown.

Holiday Drop-in

We’d love to see you at our annual Holiday Drop-in! This is a great chance to start your shopping early, enjoy light refreshments, and meet with our staff.

Come see our new merchandise in person. We have limited edition SCWF-branded glassware and branded charcuterie boards. Our shop is also stocked up with bluebird, owl, and duck nesting boxes; bird-friendly coffee; wildlife books for children and adults; SCWF hats; habitat and garden signs; and more!

National Park Trip Raffle

Ticket sales open October 1st.

Purchase a raffle ticket for $30 for a chance to win a National Park Trip Getaway for up to 6 guests valued at $2,200! Only 300 tickets will be sold! That means you have a 1-in-300 chance of winning – or even greater if you purchase multiple tickets at a discount.

Embark on a nature-inspired retreat with a four-night stay for your friends, family, or as a treat for yourself at your choice of dozens of hotels near one of our iconic national parks. From geysers to towering cliffs, customize your escape to embrace the majesty of nature’s wonders.

This trip is valid at multiple locations and dates at a wide range of accommodations. Book within 12 months and complete travel within 24 months of purchase.

INCLUDES:
– 4 nights in your choice of a hotel near a national park
– Parks include Yellowstone, Glacier, Zion, Rocky Mountain, Great Smoky Mountains, and more!
– Typical room configuration will be a one-bedroom accommodation with two queen beds and a pull-out queen sleeper sofa, though this may vary by hotel. However, there is an option to upgrade your room, add additional travelers, and extend your stay for a fee at redemption.

Some properties charge a resort fee at check-in, as well as a refundable deposit. View valid resorts, current availability, estimated resort fees at check-in, and booking terms via this link (tip: try searching by different dates to see more options): https://redeem.travelpledge.com/T41032

Unless otherwise noted, food and transportation are not included. Certain optional amenities, such as parking, may require an additional fee at the property. Park admission is not included.

TERMS
There are a wide variety of hotels available. The hotels available depend on the check-in date and are subject to availability when you book. Book early for best availability. There are typically more options available outside of peak season (typically summer) and during weeknights. Availability is subject to change as room inventory at a particular hotel fluctuates. Primary traveler must be at least 21 yrs. old and the legal guardian of any children traveling.

The raffle winner will redeem their certificate directly with the business. Detailed instructions will be included on the certificate issued to the winner via email by TravelPledge before January 30, 2026.

Max retail value: $2,200

Use the button below to purchase your raffle tickets.

Increase your odds of winning by buying more tickets at the following discounts!

$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 Friday, December 19, 2025, and announced on our Facebook page. Winner will be notified by phone or email.

Net proceeds from this raffle support SCWF’s wildlife and habitat 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 $1,100 not be reached, then this raffle will convert into a 50/50 raffle and the winner will be awarded half of the generated revenue.

SCWF Oyster Roast Fundraiser at Bowens Island

Thank you for your interest. Ticket sales closed on Thursday, October 23, at 3pm.

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, October 26th 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!

Thank you to our Sponsors!

SCWF Friends

Dr. George B. Del Porto &

Mrs. Karen Del Porto

Trip King

Nancy Swan

Chili Sponsor

Dessert Sponsor

Beer Sponsor

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

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.

Forks, Knives, & Spoonbills Conservation Dinner at Between the Antlers in Georgetown

Ticket sales have ended for this event. Thank you!

Join the South Carolina Wildlife Federation at Between the Antlers in Georgetown 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 Chelsea Cribb.

This year’s featured species include the cerulean warbler, American redstart, golden-crowned kinglet, belted kingfisher, Canada warbler, and of course, the roseate spoonbill, whose conservation story inspired this dinner series. All of these species are depicted in Heather Deacon’s beautiful image above. Heather’s piece titled, Palmetto Feathers, is the winning image of the 2025 Forks, Knives, & Spoonbills art contest! As each course is served during the dinner, 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.

Presenting Sponsor:

SCWF Friends:

Barbara & Clinch Heyward

Regina & John Jahrstofer

Elaine & Bill Miller

Natalie & Marty Kent

Thank you to our sponsors for helping us increase our impact for local wildlife. Please consider a sponsorship when you make your purchase below. For company sponsorships, you’ll receive two tickets at the $500 level, or four dinner tickets at the $1,000 level, and we’ll include your logo on all marketing materials sent out to our 40,000+ supporters and followers, press releases, website, and the event menu. For $300 SCWF Friend sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets and will be recognized by name on the same formats. Thank you for considering a philanthropic gift to support our mission!

FKS dinner 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 in writing or by email to mail@scwf.org.

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

This event is sold out – thank you!

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.

Menu

Specialty cocktail/mocktail, inspired by the golden-crowned kinglet

First Course, inspired by the American redstart

Berry Salad

Blueberry, strawberry, blackberry, raspberry, roasted sunflower seeds,

feta, strawberry vinaigrette

Second Course, inspired by the roseate spoonbill

Seafood Arancini

Lump blue crab, freshwater crawfish, freshwater prawn, creole sauce

Third Course, inspired by the belted kingfisher

Scallop Crudo

Passion fruit reduction, lemon

Fourth Course, inspired by the Canada warbler

Venison Tenderloin

Tri-colored cauliflower – two ways, red wine demi-glace

Fifth Course, inspired by the cerulean warbler

Blue Marble Cheesecake

Blueberry reduction

Presenting Sponsor:

Event Sponsors:

BlueCross BlueShield of SC

National Land Realty/Jim Taylor

Goings Law Firm

SCWF Friends:

Jon Boguski and Jess Holm

Drs. Jackie and Alaric van Dam

Tom and Jennifer Mancke

Susan and Trey Boone

McKenzie and Tim Scott

Audubon SC – Rebecca Haynes & Merrill McGregor

Thank you to our sponsors for helping us increase our impact for local wildlife. Please consider a sponsorship when you make your purchase below.

For company sponsorships, you’ll receive two tickets at the $500 level, or four dinner tickets at the $1,000 level, and we’ll include your logo on all marketing materials sent out to our 40,000+ supporters and followers, press releases, website, and the event menu.

For SCWF Friend sponsorships, you’ll receive two dinner tickets at the $300 level and will be recognized by name on the same formats.

Thank you for considering a philanthropic gift to support our mission!

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