We are proud to announce that during the press conference on June 1, our retiring president, Pat Littlejohn, was also surprised with the Order of the Palmetto. This award is the State of South Carolina’s highest civilian honor presented in recognition of a lifetime of extraordinary achievement, service and contributions on a national or statewide scale. 

“The Order of the Palmetto is a fitting award to be bestowed upon someone like Pat, who has devoted the past two decades of her life to improving the lives of fathers and families across our state, “ said Warren Bolton, the Center’s Board Chairman. “There has been no more fierce an advocate and cheerleader for men to fight through the challenges of life and become the champions their families need than Pat Littlejohn. Pat’s legacy will live on through the young boys and girls who have been positively impacted by fathers guided and supported by the Center and the local programs.”