The African American Philanthropy Committee of Central Carolina Community Foundation is excited to welcome three new members committed to advancing and strengthening philanthropy in communities across the Midlands, including Black communities.
Duane Harvin Jr., Aisha Jones and Christine Wells bring a wealth of professional expertise, leadership and community engagement that will help further the committee’s mission of promoting, increasing and supporting Black philanthropy in the Midlands.
Duane Harvin Jr., media executive at WIS-TV/Gray Media, brings a strong background in strategic communications and community engagement. A South Carolina native and graduate of Newberry College, he has remained deeply connected to South Carolina with a commitment to teamwork, leadership and personal development. In his career, Harvin helps organizations connect with diverse audiences through strategic television and digital advertising campaigns. He brings expertise in strategic communications and marketing, along with a commitment to strengthening communities across South Carolina.
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Aisha Jones, senior partnership and engagement associate at the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN), is a community leader and connector with experience spanning the nonprofit, health care, local government and private sectors. Born and raised in South Carolina, she serves in numerous volunteer leadership roles across the Midlands. Throughout her career, Jones has focused on building strong relationships, advancing civic engagement and creating opportunities for community leadership. She brings a collaborative approach and a deep belief in the power of people and communities to create meaningful change.
Christine Wells, Realtor with YIP Premier Real Estate, entrepreneur and U.S. Army veteran, has spent nearly two decades serving communities in the Midlands. With professional experience in business, real estate, mortgage lending and nonprofit leadership, Wells has worked to strengthen financial stability and opportunity for individuals and families. She brings an entrepreneurial perspective and longstanding commitment to community.
Together, Harvin, Jones and Wells represent expertise across media, advocacy, business and community leadership. Their diverse experiences will help the committee continue expanding opportunities for philanthropy, supporting nonprofits like Black-led, Black-benefitting organizations and fostering lasting, community-driven impact throughout the Midlands.
Additionally, the African American Philanthropy Committee is welcoming a new board chair. Ron Harvey, co-founder and vice president of Global Core Strategies & Consulting, has spent more than three decades developing leaders and strengthening organizations across public, private and nonprofit sectors. A retired U.S. Army veteran, he has held leadership positions with the Columbia Chamber Small Business Council, Midlands Communities in Schools, the Carolina Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council, the Columbia Chamber Board and the Foundation’s Board of Trustees. His longstanding commitment to service reflects a deep dedication to building relationships and stronger communities.
“People always matter, and that belief is at the heart of my commitment to serving as chair of the African American Philanthropy Committee,” said Ron Harvey. “I look forward to working alongside our committee, donors and community partners to strengthen philanthropy across the Midlands and create lasting opportunities for our communities.”
