Cultivating Strength From the Inside Out
Join us for a beautiful brunch gathering as 150 women come together to invest in girls and youth mental health in our community.
Friday, May 15
The Harbour Club at WestEdge
Doors Open at 10:00 AM for the Flourish Market
Brunch Program from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Buy Tickets| Host a Table | Become a Sponsor
Why Flourish
More than half of teen girls report feeling persistently sad or hopeless. The need for strong mental health support has never been greater.
Charleston Hope partners with local schools to equip students with tools to build emotional resilience, strengthen well-being, and flourish.
Your support helps make that work possible.
What to Expect
Inspiring Keynote
Hear from Dr. Cerrissa Hugie, a leader in trauma-informed mental health care.
Flourish Market
Arrive early to explore curated vendors and community experiences.
Interactive Experience
Step into the work of Charleston Hope and see how girls are equipped with tools to build resilience.
Brunch Gathering
Be part of a room of 150 women investing in the next generation.
Join us!
Individual Ticket — $50
Join us for brunch and a powerful morning of connection and impact.
Table Host — $750
Gather friends and introduce them to the work of Charleston Hope.
Includes:
• One table for 8 guests
• Recognition as a Table Host
Meet our Key Note
Dr. Cerrissa Hugie is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Author, Speaker, Educator, Consultant, and Mental Health Expert.
She is the Founder & CEO of MyNDSpace®, a Charleston-based mental health practice launched in 2022, providing compassionate, evidence-based medication management and school-based therapy services. Beyond clinical care, Dr. Hugie delivers impactful mental health workshops, professional development, and consulting across diverse industries through strategic partnerships.
Guided by her professional expertise and personal mission, Dr. Hugie advocates for a holistic, biopsychosocial approach to mental wellness—one that considers the mind, body, spirit, and the environments where people live, work, and play.
A trailblazer in her field, Dr. Hugie is the first African-American female Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to establish an independent practice in Charleston, South Carolina, paving the way for greater representation and access in mental health care.
OUR FLOURISH HOST
Dr. Jeannelle Perkins is an author, international speaker, and licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 20 years of experience in mental health and relationships. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and is passionate about helping individuals and couples build resilience and deeper connection.
She is the Founder and CEO of Haruki, a Gen-AI mental health company developing tools to support the emotional well-being of first responders and military personnel. Dr. Jeannelle also serves on the boards of Charleston Hope and Landmarks for Families.
A TEDx Charleston speaker and author of Into-Me-See, her work focuses on emotional wellness, relational health, and helping people build stronger, healthier lives.
Meet our FLOURISH Sponsors
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor — $5,000
Includes premier table seating and recognition throughout the event.
Supporting Sponsor — $3,000
Includes event recognition and four seats.
Supporter — $1,000
Includes recognition and two seats.