PULSE empowers Black & Brown leaders to drive measurable change across the Tri-County through philanthropy, advocacy, civic engagement and volunteerism.
PULSE (People United for Leadership, Service and Equity) is a dynamic network of changemakers from all backgrounds coming together to create lasting impact. We believe that community-wide collaboration is essential in driving meaningful change.
Our Vision:
• We work to solve pressing community issues through Trident United Way’s financial stability programs.
• We support Trident United Way with our time, talent and treasure, using our experiences and our voices to make a difference for our neighbors.
• Network and inform: We share data about community conditions to increase our knowledge — strengthening our collective ability to create change.
Trident United Way PULSE consists of leaders from across the Tri-County who contribute $1,000 or more to Trident United Way. Members have unique opportunities to see the impact that their financial support and volunteerism have on community issues.
PULSE Step-Up Program
For those individuals not quite ready to invest in Trident United Way at the $1,000 level, the PULSE Step-Up program allows donors to gradually increase their gift over a period of three years. Step-Up members will make a commitment to increase their Trident United Way gift, giving at least $500 in year one, $750 in year two and $1,000 in year three. Step-Up members are recognized as full PULSE members and have access to all PULSE benefits.

Steering Committee 2026-2027
Ruhamah Grooms, Chair Booz Allen Hamilton
Jennifer Brown CHS County Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Josiah Collins Huntington National Bank
Estefany Figueroa Figueroa Law LLC
Rebecca Fonseca Motley Rice
Marc Gibson Explore Charleston
Sonia Hanson SouthState Bank
Troy McClain International African American Museum
Celina Anthony Charleston County School District
Christian Martinez Fifth Third Bank
For more information, or to join Trident United Way PULSE, contact Samuel Bias at (843) 729-0962 or sbias@tuw.org.
