The 2023 Max Heller Neighborhood Improvement Award, sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, was presented to Upstate Circle of Friends in honor of their work to enhance the quality of life for Greenville’s at-risk youth and their families.

This award is given annually to an organization or individual that has shown exemplary efforts toward improving the lives of those in Greenville. The award is named in honor of former Greenville Mayor Max Heller, who spearheaded numerous efforts over the years to improve the quality of life for all citizens of Greenville County.

UCF Vice President George Singleton accepted the award at the 135th Greenville Chamber Annual Meeting, presented by TD Bank.

More About Upstate Circle of Friends:

Founded in 2006, Upstate Circle of Friends is committed to expanding opportunities and enhancing the quality of life and progression of at-risk children and their families through various educational, recreational, and social programs to alleviate disparities faced in and around District 25.

UCF believes everyone is part of a family, neighborhood and community. Therefore, the more equipped they are to navigate life responsibly, the greater their positive effect on their surroundings.