Volume 2 Issue 3 Inaugural Gala

We are thrilled to share the highlights of an extraordinary evening hosted recently by Clover LEAF. Held at the elegant River Hills Country Club, this event was not only a celebration, but a beautiful testament to the incredible strength and generosity of our community.

The evening was graced with the presence of esteemed emcees, Dr. Tony Hemingway and Dr. Carla Ketchum, whose charm and wit added a special flair to the festivities. Their dynamic presence ensured a seamless flow of the evening’s program, engaging everyone in attendance with their enthusiasm and professionalism.

The gala was a full house, demonstrating the Clover School District community's unwavering commitment to supporting our schools. Attendee’s eagerly participated in the evening’s activities, which included a unique bourbon and wine brown bag raffle and a spirited live auction.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our sponsors, who played a crucial role in the success of our inaugural gala:

Platinum Level

CLEER Air–Dr. Ashley Scott and Dr. Bertrina Scott

The Josh Boyd Team–Allen Tate Realtors

Gold Level

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture

Leitner Management Group

Swinerton Construction

Crayton Heritage Letterpress

NewLeaf Brokerage

Inspire Integrative Pediatrics

Comporium

Melanie Wilson--Keller Williams Realty

Silver Level

Clover School District

Franklin and Pam Pendleton

AK Media

ML Ford and Sons

Jackson’s Kitchen

Subway of Clover

Bank of York

Clover Family Dentistry

Clover Harvest

Timmons Group

Duke Energy

May Green Properties

Dr. Gretchen Coady

Parks Parrish Cap Company

The gala was also supported by countless local businesses and individuals who generously provided door prizes, raffle items, and donations, adding to the night’s success. Your contributions were vital in making the gala not only memorable but also a significant step forward in supporting our district programs.

As we look back on this fantastic evening, we are filled with gratitude and optimism. The success of our inaugural gala is a promising start to what we envision as a longstanding tradition of coming together for a noble cause. We are already excited about the possibilities of next year's event and look forward to continuing our journey with such a supportive community.

Thank you once again for your generosity and for being an integral part of our success story. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Kyle J. Eller

President, Clover LEAF

Our Inaugural Gala was truly a night to remember! From the fantastic door prizes to the incredible auction items, we danced our way through an evening of fun and fundraising. Clover LEAF's dedication to supporting Clover School District is only possible through our partnership with the community, and we thank everyone for making it such a successful event!

Our guest auctioneers, Dr. Tony Hemingway and Dr. Carla Ketchum, kept the crowd entertained and managed the quickly moving auction with ease! Our district is filled with educators of many talents!

If you missed joining us for the Gala on Saturday night, be sure to join us for Clover Cuisine on Thursday, April 25, just before the Choraliers take the stage for opening night. Tickets are $25 to enjoy a delicious meal prepared by the students in the Culinary Arts program while supporting our mission of achieving and maintaining educational excellence in the Clover School District. Tickets are available online at https://www.paypal.com/donate/...

We hope to see you there!

We can't wait to see what Chef Michaw and the Culinary Arts students create in the kitchen for Clover Cuisine!

The Clover LEAF Foundation awarded a $1,000 special project grant to the Clover High School (CHS) AFJROTC program to assist with operating expenses.

The decorated AFJROTC program began conducting an online fundraiser earlier this month when the operating expenses were sharply cut by the federal government. Clover LEAF Director Terry Hilderbrand, a West Point alumnus and veteran, proposed supporting the unit with a special grant. Kyle Eller, President of Clover LEAF, is pictured here with Clover High School AFJROTC instructor Major Brian Batson.

Clover LEAF is proud to support the Clover Area Assistance Center (CAAC) in their endeavor to provide spring break meal baskets to Clover School District students. We thank CAAC for their work to address food insecurity in our community and their outreach to ensure that our students are prepared to achieve educational excellence.

Please join us in our exciting and worthwhile endeavor, where each individual, including YOU, becomes a valuable gem in our ever-growing treasure chest – the Clover LEAF. Throughout the school year, our dedicated officers and committees will be actively disseminating newsletters and event updates, providing you with insights into our integrity, ongoing initiatives, and the ways in which you can contribute to Clover LEAF's mission of bolstering educators and students within the Clover School District. Your participation and support are essential to our collective success, and we look forward to sharing this inspiring path with you.

Your generous donation to Clover LEAF will support academic excellence by making a meaningful difference for educators and students. Please make checks, corporate matches or other gifts payable to Clover LEAF and mail them to:

Clover LEAF, Inc

604 Bethel Street

Clover, SC 29710

You may send your donation via PayPal by clicking the link below or scanning the QR code. Thank you for your support!

Contact Us:

Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/CloverLEAFSC

Email: cloverleafsc@gmail.com

Website: www.cloverleafsc.org

Clover LEAF is a 501 (c) (3) organization and contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent the law allows. The Foundation does not provide financial support for programs regularly funded by the Clover School District operating budget. Strict management of fiduciary responsibility is a basic tenet of the Foundation.

This newsletter is published by the Communications Committee and approved by the Board of Directors of the Leaders for Educational Advancement Foundation.