Testimonials
You’ve heard from us, now hear from them – the account owners, families, advocates and community partners who have seen firsthand how the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program is helping individuals with disabilities save for their future.

Jerry Bernard
Advocate
Jerry, CEO of the Charles Lea Center, discusses how the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program has made a positive impact on the lives of his clients in Upstate South Carolina.

William Farrior
Account Owner
William shares how his Palmetto ABLE® account has helped improve his saving habits for the future.

Tracy and Thom Spittle
Account Owners
The Spittles discuss both the short-term and long-term benefits of using their Palmetto ABLE accounts.

Nick Fisher
Parent
Nick tells of the importance of planning for the future needs of an adult child with a disability and how the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program has helped.

Bill Lindsey
Advocate
Bill, Executive Director of NAMI SC, discusses the stigma of mental illness and how the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program is meeting the needs of the mental health community.

Alicia and Edwin Sharpe
Parents
The Sharpe family shares how the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program has helped them plan long-term for their daughter’s future without compromising her government benefits.

Kirk Garrett, Jr.
Account Owner
Kirk tells how a Palmetto ABLE account levels the playing field for him and other individuals with disabilities.

Meredith and Adam Bugenske
Parents
The Bugenskes share how they’ll be able to use the funds saved in their son’s Palmetto ABLE account and the tax-advantaged benefits it offers.