It takes more than good ideas to make a difference. It requires…
good strategies.
our values.
Founded in 2024, Good Strategies came together to help Charleston area businesses, families, individuals and nonprofits connect through the power of successful volunteer programs.
We believe that leveraging Charleston’s existing resources through genuine and sustainable outreach opportunities supports a vibrant community where everyone feels an integral part.
We are invested in the Charleston region, committed to helping all of its stakeholders contribute to sustaining and sharing the incredible quality of life we enjoy in this place we call home.
Empathy
It takes a diverse village to have a strong community. We are dedicated to deeply understanding and valuing the various perspectives and needs of everyone in our community.
Excellence
We pursue excellence with passion and positive energy, making every challenge an opportunity to shine and every success a celebration.
Innovation
We champion innovation by looking past the status quo, seeking new ways to align purpose and drive change. Our commitment to progress and forward-thinking ensures we exceed expectations and deliver distinctive solutions.
Trust
Trust is essential for all relationships and collaborations to thrive. We believe trust is earned through reliability, integrity, competence, accountability, consistency and respect.
our founder.
Our founder is the heart of Good Strategies, driving our mission forward with passion and expertise in community engagement for the Charleston region. Christine takes pride in working alongside the community to achieve excellence and create a lasting impact through exceptional volunteer engagement, turning our vision into reality every day.
CHRISTINE MESSICK
FOUNDER & CEO
Christine Messick is a highly accomplished relational leader with deep roots in the Charleston, SC metro region. With several decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, she has consistently inspired and motivated stakeholders to unite around a shared purpose. She has a proven track record of exponentially growing volunteer programs throughout her career. Now at Good Strategies, she leverages her extensive expertise to create meaningful initiatives that address community needs, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in trust, inclusivity, respect, open-mindedness and creativity.
Our Mission.
Good Strategies is committed to driving change in the Charleston Region by connecting businesses, nonprofits and individuals to our community through the power of volunteerism.
“Kids On Point has greatly benefited from our partnership with Good Strategies in strengthening and enhancing our volunteer program. With over 80 college-aged volunteers supporting nearly 500 students annually, we knew we needed a more structured, strategic approach to ensure consistency, alignment, and long-term impact.
Good Strategies helped us take a deep dive into every aspect of our volunteer engagement, from recruitment and onboarding to training, retention, and recognition. Their team guided us through a thoughtful process that will allow us to streamline our systems, clarify roles, and create more meaningful experiences for both our volunteers and students.
This partnership has helped lay the groundwork for a scalable volunteer model that will support Kids On Point as we grow across the state. We’re incredibly grateful to Good Strategies for their insight, dedication, and partnership. Their support will make a lasting difference in our organization.”
-Lauren Herterich
Executive Director, Kids on Point
contact us.
If you are looking for the perfect Charleston community volunteer opportunity that matches your skills, interests, group requirements and timeline, let us know. We’d love to help!
If you are a nonprofit in need of volunteer engagement strategy, we are ready to help bring your program to the next level!