James R Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation

12/05/2025

12/02/2025

📰 Read all about it: Our Chief Medical Officer Dr. Edward Donnell Ivy was recently featured in Medscape Medical News!

Learn more about Dr. Ivy and how his experiences with sickle cell disease informed his career in medicine and public health: https://buff.ly/o4ho7WQ

11/10/2025

11/06/2025

On Tuesday, October 21, the James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation honored Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins as our 19th Annual Walk Ambassador during the Dr. James R. Clark Sickle Cell Walk Celebration at MLK Park.

The event was moving, well attended, and we were truly honored to have Chief Jenkins serve as our 2025 Walk Ambassador. His leadership, compassion, and service to the Columbia community continues to inspire us all.

Thank you, Chief Jenkins, for your dedicated support and for standing with us in the fight against sickle cell disease.

A special thank you as well to Mr. Mike DeSumma, Ms. Shenique Smith( both Columbia Fire Department), The family of Chief Jenkins’ and the Progressive Church Columbia Team that came to support this special event!
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Columbia Fire Department (SC)

11/06/2025

A special evening honoring Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, Walk Ambassador 2025.

October 21, 2025

10/30/2025

💪🏽 Boots on the Ground 2025 — Recap & Thank You! ❤️

What an unforgettable evening! On October 21, we came together for the James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation’s “Boots on the Ground” event, and the turnout was incredible. From the music and laughter to the love and support shown, it was truly a celebration of unity, strength, and community.

A huge thank you to everyone who showed up, volunteered, donated, and stood in solidarity for sickle cell awareness. Your presence and energy made this event a true success. 🌟

We couldn’t have done it without the amazing sponsors, participants, and the dedicated team behind the scenes who helped bring this vision to life.

Chickwittheflick Photography📸 Want to relive the moments? View all the photos from the event here:

Photo collection by ChickWitTheFlick

10/23/2025

On Pharmacy Technician Day we recognize the techs who play a vital role in helping Sickle Cell patients access lifesaving medicines. Their commitment ensures families can manage daily health with the treatments they need. Today we thank them for their service and dedication.

10/20/2025

Join our Community Partners for a “Breakfast of Hope”, Fundraising event to support The Rapid Shelter Columbia Foundation!

10/20/2025

🌟Vendor Spotlight: Sewsistah
🌟Cynthia Palmore🌟

We’re excited to feature Sewsistah at the James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Walk Celebration & Awards Ceremony — happening Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at MLK Park, 2300 Greene Street, Columbia, SC! 🎉

🧵 About Sewsistah:
Sewsistah specializes in handcrafted comfort and care products designed to support relaxation, wellness, and everyday self-care. The signature line includes stylish bonnets for protective sleepwear and therapeutic hot/cold rice packs that offer soothing relief for aches, pains, and tension.

Each piece is thoughtfully made with quality materials — blending style, comfort, and practical healing. 💕

Explore more at 🔗 www.sewsistah.com

Join us for an evening of celebration, awareness, and community! ❤️🥾❤️

10/18/2025

Join Us For An Evening of Art, Fun, Prizes! Wednesday October 22, 2025. Prisma Health
Medical Park 9
Room 130
5:30-7:00
Sponsored by Terumo
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