The Paths to Wholeness program is a perfect blend of Independence and Interdependence requiring a full-commitment by the participants and the community.
With an "I Will" pledge by each participant affirming their commitment to the program, as well as an "I Will" pledge from members of the community to support these citizens, this innovative transition program has the proven strategies, skills and general aid to ensure all participants leave the program with complete ability to excel.
To ensure that program participants remain on the right path, Paths to Wholeness offers continued support even after completing the one year in-house program.
If you are interested in referring a client for consideration, please fill complete our intake form at the button below.
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission is to effectively assist formerly incarcerated women with a preventive program for sustainable re-entry into the community through personal and professional development, as well as interventive and supportive programs and services.
Our vision is to help formerly incarcerated women develop, thrive, and successfully integrate back into society.
About Us
There was a need for a transitional home for formerly incarcerated women in the Midlands and Paths To Wholeness has met that need. An unprecedented number of prison releases occurred in 2020 due to the spread of Covid-19 and many of these formerly incarcerated individuals were without housing due to the economic state and limited job availability, crime did increase in many South Carolina localities.
At Paths to Wholeness, we are committed to empowering formerly incarcerated women to rebuild their lives and integrate successfully into society. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, treating each person with respect and fairness to empower them to develop their skills and reach their full potential. We believe that learning and growth are essential for both individual and organizational thriving.
Mark Cutler
President
Vice President Business Banker
Ameris Bank
I decided to become a board member because...
I am excited to volunteer with Paths To Wholeness because I am directly able to use my skills and knowledge to help women and their families recover with the help of a skilled and compassionate community. I get to do my part. I am most excited and confident that the women who have been influenced and impacted by Paths To Wholeness will in return help create a more vibrant and strong community.
Jimmie Blake Shuler, M.D
Secretary
Retired Pediatrician
I decided to become a board member because...
Everyone deserves a second or even a third chance to improve their lives and to see life in a positive way. I see Paths To Wholeness as a means for women who have made mistakes that led to incarceration to have positive and supportive ways to get back on their feet. It also provides a way for these women to reunite with their families and learn how to have a productive life.
Dr. Leola Adams, Ph.D.
Membership Coordinator
Professor and Dean Emerita, Family and Consumer Sciences
South Carolina State University
I decided to become a board member because...
The family unit is fundamental to society. Some families need diverse resources in order to succeed. Through Paths To Wholeness, I will use my voice and resources to encourage and assist women to succeed in their family unit, thereby, contributing to the wellness of their communities and the larger society.
Gebonne Bradley
Treasurer
Chief Operating Officer/Data Collector
Grandeir Interiors LLC & Science Application International Corporation
I decided to become a board member because...
I believe that Paths To Wholeness is an extraordinary community organization coupled with two key pillars I believe in, hard work and crazy faith. Paths To Wholeness and I also share a commonality in purpose and passion, which is helping those that cannot help themselves or that may need a little assistance. My whole life has been dedicated to uplifting others in their deepest times of need.
Belinda Davis-Branch, J.D.
Attorney and Family Mediator
Law Office of Belinda Davis-Branch
I decided to become a board member because...
My career as an attorney has afforded me many rewarding opportunities to serve my community. As a board member, Paths To Wholeness allows me to use my skills, knowledge, and compassion to help women who have been incarcerated and are in need of assistance in facing challenges regarding reentering society.
Patricia Gibson-Haigler
Associate Director/Finance for Trio GearUp Pre-College Access Programs
South Carolina State University
I decided to become a board member because...
To fill the commission given to all by Jesus…Only by enriching others, may you be enriched, only by giving, may you receive, we are our brothers’ keeper.
Shirley Hugee
Academic Coordinator and Counselor
Claflin University
I decided to become a board member because...
I want to assist women in transforming their lives. I also want to provide motivation and skills for them to succeed in life. These ladies will be able to re-enter society and become productive citizens. I want to provide personal and professional development to women who are returning to the community.
Sadie D. Jarvis
Retired Director of Counseling
Claflin University
I decided to become a board member because...
God has granted me health and wellness and well-lived life. What better way to be of service to others than to assist incarcerated women with Reentry into society? Being of service with my mind, body, and soul to assist incarcerated women to return to society and live a successful life will give me complete happiness!
Patricia B. Lott
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Retired Educator
Charleston County (SC), Niagara Falls (NY) & Orangeburg County (SC) School Districts
I decided to become a board member because...
After attending two major fundraising events hosted by Paths to Wholeness, I was so impressed by their vision and the stories told by their clients of the changes made in their lives. After each event, I felt a warm feeling of a close-knit family experience. When asked if I would be interested in being on their board it didn’t take long to say, “I will be delighted”.
Nena Staley
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NMWS Consulting, LLC
Founder and CEO
I decided to become a board member because...
Becoming a member of the Board for PTW provides me with the opportunity to continue to be relevant in a space that means a lot to me. I have a heart for what happens to them after incarceration. I started my career in corrections working with women as the Former Warden of a Reentry facility and Retired Deputy Director of Programs and Reentry of SCDC. I also feel that I was asked to be a member and I feel I have a wealth of knowledge that I can share in this space.
Bernice Tribble
Retired Executive Director
DORA
I decided to become a board member because...
This is a completely new service offered to women at a crucial time in their lives. Women who want to improve themselves should take advantage of this opportunity.
Randall Williams
Retired SCDC Regional Director & Warden
South Carolina Department of Corrections
I decided to become a board member because...
As a former warden, I know that reentry programs are essential and help ensure successful rehabilitation and reintegration of citizens released from prisons into their communities. I believe that Paths To Wholeness will allow me to use my resources and influence in service, as the Bible instructs. Since God has greatly blessed me, I earnestly want to be a blessing to others.
Our Board of Directors
Our Founder
Reverend Doctor Minnie Anderson is the founder of Paths to Wholeness. She has obtained a B.S. in Management and Marketing, M.A. in Religion and Pastoral Counseling and Doctorate in Ministry.
Her hope for Paths To Wholeness lies in its ability to help incarcerated women who have been abused become self-sufficient citizens while reducing recidivism. Through the love of God and the support of the community, she is a survivor of domestic abuse. Her aspiration is that each woman in the program will experience the same love and support.
