Board of Directors.
Autism Society South Carolina (SCAS)
The Autism Society South Carolina (SCAS) was founded in 1972 and is a statewide 501(c) (3) non-profit charitable organization that provides case management; educational mentoring and planning; information, referral and resources; outreach; and training for persons with Autism and professionals who serve them.
SCAS is governed by a 13-member Board of Directors that covers all regions of the state. SCAS is excited to announce that it will be adding members to its board in 2024. We are looking for community leaders, business leaders and those that have an affiliation with the Autism community. Please note that this is a volunteer position. If you are interested in joining a dynamic organization or would like more information, please contact James Mack (803) 403-1922. You can also send a letter of interest with a short bio to jamack@scautism.org.
The Autism Society South Carolina also strongly advocates with state and federal governments to pass legislation to provide the services necessary for Autistic individuals to live fully. Our mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.
2024 Board of Directors
Dr. Vida Mingo
Chair
James Mack
Vice-Chair
Karen Tucker
Becky Hughes
Secretary
LaTanya Goodson
PeeDee
Joyce Nielsen
Lora Dyal
Angela Jenkins
Randy Dyal
Katie Engen
Denise Long
Melanie Wiley
Board of Directors Meetings
Dates for 2025 are as follows:
- January 11, 2025
- April 26, 2025
- July 26, 2025
- November 15, 2025
Meetings are held quarterly, beginning at 10:00 am at, 806 12th Street, West Columbia, SC. If you would like to speak at the meeting, please call SCAS 803-750-6988 or email scas@scautism.org to be put on the agenda.
SCAS offers opportunities for persons that would be interested in donating their time to help connect everyone in the Autism community to the resources needed to live fully. The volunteer opportunities include but are not limited to awareness, fundraising, conferences, mentoring, office, outreach and training.
Please contact our office if you would be interested in becoming a volunteer. Our office number is (803) 750-6988. Someone may conduct an intake screening to find out what areas in which you would like to help.