SonEdna Foundation Chief Vision Officer Morgana Freeman, center, visits with guests after the Charleston Thrives official launch on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the former National Guard armory in Charleston. The facility is owned by the city of Charleston. (Photo by Clay McFerrin, Copyright 2026, Emmerich Newspapers Inc.)
Community members, local leaders and partners on Monday evening (May 18) marked the launch of Charleston Thrives, a community-led initiative supported by SonEdna Foundation designed to connect people, align efforts and build on progress already taking shape across Charleston.