Babcock Center

11/04/2025

As excitement builds for the Jingle Jam Festival, we’re giving you a look at more Silent Auction items that benefit the Babcock Center’s mission of inclusion and empowerment. 🎁

Today’s highlights include a Signed Football from USC Coach Shane Beamer and a collection of LEGO sets complete with instructions. Each are available as separate auction items.

The Silent Auction opens November 12 and closes November 19. Learn more and register at https://babcockcenter.betterworld.org/auctions/jingle-jam-auction2025.

Physical items will be available for pickup or shipping after the auction ends.
With 12 days to go before Jingle Jam, we thank USC Athletics for supporting this year’s event!

11/03/2025

The Jingle Jam Festival is coming soon 🎄, and so is our online Silent Auction — opening November 12!

Today’s spotlight features some hometown favorites — each available as separate auction items: two $100 Carolina Charcuterie gift cards, four Fireflies Holiday Lights passes (with cups and baseball cards), and two Columbia Museum of Art annual passes.

The auction will run November 12–19 at https://babcockcenter.betterworld.org/auctions/jingle-jam-auction2025. Register early so you’re ready when bidding begins!

Physical items may be picked up or shipped after the auction closes, while others will be delivered digitally or by mail.

Just 13 days until Jingle Jam on November 16 — thank you to Carolina Charcuterie Company, Columbia Fireflies, and Columbia Museum of Art for their support. 🌟

11/02/2025

The countdown to the Jingle Jam Festival continues! 🎁 Our Silent Auction launches soon, giving you the chance to win unforgettable experiences while supporting the Babcock Center!

Today’s featured prize is a Tennessee Adventure Package, including two passes to The Island at Pigeon Forge, two to Ober Gatlinburg, and two to the Alcatraz East Crime Museum.

The auction runs from November 12–19, and you can register to bid at https://babcockcenter.betterworld.org/auctions/jingle-jam-auction2025.
Some experiences will be sent digitally or by mail, while others may require in-person pickup or shipping.

With 14 days left until Jingle Jam, don’t miss your chance to support a meaningful cause — and thank you to our sponsors, The Island Pigeon Forge, Ober Gatlinburg, and Alcatraz East.

11/01/2025

The Babcock Center’s annual Jingle Jam Festival 🎄 is almost here, and so is our Silent Auction, featuring dozens of incredible prizes that support our mission of empowering people with disabilities!

Today’s feature is our Charleston Package — enjoy a fun-filled coastal experience with two South Carolina Aquarium tickets, a Raising Cane’s gift basket, and two Stingrays Hockey home game tickets.

The Silent Auction will be open from November 12–19. To participate, visit https://babcockcenter.betterworld.org/.../jingle-jam... to register and place your bids once the auction goes live.

Please note that some items will be sent digitally or by mail, while others must be picked up from the Babcock Center or can be shipped upon request.

Only 15 days remain until the Jingle Jam Festival on November 16 — thank you to our generous sponsors, Raising Cane’s Chicken, South Carolina Aquarium, and Stingrays Hockey, for making this prize possible! 🌟

10/30/2025

🌟 Employer of the Quarter Spotlight! 🌟

Mr. Ruben L. Freeman, Assistant Director of Supported Employment; Ms. Carol Wells, Director of Day Supported Employment; Mrs. Aurora Young-Smith, Senior Director of Vocational Programs; Ms. Corenthia Williams, Supported Employment Specialist; and supported individual Mr. David Barber proudly presented the Employer of the Quarter Award to Roses!

Ms. Teresa Cullum accepted the award on behalf of Roses. Mr. Barber has been employed with Roses for over two years, and Ms. Teresa was both surprised and deeply grateful to receive this recognition.

👏 Congratulations to Roses for their ongoing commitment to providing inclusive employment opportunities and supporting our mission of empowering individuals with disabilities.

💚 From all of us at the Babcock Center — thank you for making a difference in the lives of those we serve!

10/23/2025

10/21/2025

We’re so grateful to our generous music sponsors for helping make Jingle Jam possible! 🎶 Your support ensures our community can come together to celebrate the season with joy, music, and connection.
Gage Construction, LLC Coca-Cola
🎄✨ Mark your calendars and join us for this FREE music event — a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss:

📍 Steel Hands Brewing
📅 November 16, 2025
Let’s make this season merry and bright — together! 🌟

10/16/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and we’re proud to celebrate the incredible contributions of our team members in the workforce! 🙌

🌟 Tracey Gray – Store Associate at Popeyes (Garners Ferry)
🌟 James Osborne – Front Service Clerk at Publix Supermarkets
🌟 Kevin Taylor – Team Member at Chick-fil-A on the USC campus
🌟 Mark Shawley – Store Associate/Cashier at The Corner Pantry

Their dedication, talent, and hard work remind us that when opportunities are inclusive, everyone thrives. 💼💙 Let’s continue breaking barriers and building workplaces where all abilities shine. ✨

10/14/2025

🎤 Chris Reed will be joining us on the Jingle Jam stage! Click the link for more info on our night of joy and music 👉 https://linktr.ee/BCJingleJamSponsor

10/09/2025

Step by step, we walk with hope 💗 Our TAPS Work Activity Center came together to raise awareness, celebrate survivors, and honor the fighters who inspire us every day. Together, we’re stronger than cancer.

10/07/2025

💼 Publix has been an incredible partner in our mission, showing how inclusive hiring enriches workplaces. Do you know a business that should join us? Tag them below! 💕