About 

A ministry directed by Catholic Charities of South Carolina.

A rural multipurpose community center established in 1941 to minister to the needs of the less fortunate in Horse Creek Valley without regard to religious belief, age, race, sex, national origin or disability.

To identify and respond to the unmet needs of the community in the Horse Creek Valley area of Aiken County, in the name of Jesus Christ.

Dear friends,

Another year is coming to an end, and 2018 has been a blessing in disguise. Sometimes, the word "thank you" is not powerful enough to describe what the heart feels, yet there is no other way I can fully express my gratitude for the support you have given to OLV Center.

This year we faced many challenges and the needs continue to grow,  but God's providence manifests itself through kindhearted, Christ filled people such as you, who give of their talent, time, and treasure in those critical moments and make a difference. I thank God for all our volunteers, donors, and partners who have made helping others possible.

Our volunteers help pick up, sort, and put away food donations. They greet, with a smile, all those who they come in contact with. They interview clients,  keep records, pay bills, help at special events, do administrative tasks, and are always willing to help when called. Whether they have been involved for a few days, or for years, we thank God for the vital role they play in the Center. 

No donation is too small and it is greatly appreciated.  We thank all our donors and partners for their continued support, especially those who responded to our letter asking for help. Whether it is cash or food donations, rest assured that everything we receive at OLVCC is  passed on to our programs to respond to the unmet needs of the community in the Horse Creek Valley area. Without your gifts, we would not be able to do what we do, and this year is proof of it. 

Looking forward to the new year 2019, we ask you to pray for us as we'll do for you.  May you have a blessed and joyful Christmas .

Peace and good,

Joely G. Leguizamon

Minnie Glinski
Office Manager, Volunteer

Minnie is a retired federal government employee with 27 years' service. She was a purchasing agent and contract specialist. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul for several years during which she served as treasurer. In May 2006, Minnie was asked by one of the Daughters of Charity to assist with the office work at the center under a six-month grant. In January 2007, when the grant was completed, she continued working with the sisters as a volunteer. Minnie is known as the go-to-lady! Whenever someone needs something done or has a question, she is the one they go to. In March 2011, Minnie became an affiliate of the Daughters of Charity.

Deondra Roper
Volunteer Coordinator

OLVCC welcomed Deondra on September 2015 who is an AmeriCorps VISTA member. Thanks to the grant from the United Way Association of South Carolina, she will serve as a Volunteer Coordinator. Her involvement will be to seek out new volunteers and to improve the infrastracture of the Volunteer program at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Center. Deondra is a native of Aiken, SC, a 2010 graduate from South  Carolina State University, and has a Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences.




William "Bill" Levi
Maintenance

A wonderful blessing and a great addition to the Center is Bill Levi. He comes to the Center through a grant. Bill's a real handy man with a willing spirit, abolity to repair and maintain things, and has a warm and friendly personality.