Building a Stronger Harleston Village - Your voice, your village

The Membership & Publicity Committee helps connect neighbors, share information, and build the sense of community that makes Harleston Village one of Charleston’s most special neighborhoods.

Whether you are a long-time resident, a new neighbor, a renter, or a property owner, there are many ways to stay informed, get involved, and help shape the future of our community.

Our Mission

We work to:

• Grow and strengthen HVA membership throughout the neighborhood
• Keep residents informed about issues, events, and opportunities affecting Harleston Village
• Promote neighborhood gatherings that help neighbors meet and connect
• Support volunteer and service opportunities that strengthen our community
• Maintain HVA communications through our website, email newsletters, and social media channels

Get Connected:

Join HVA Membership - Support the Association and stay engaged with neighborhood issues, events, and initiatives.

Sign Up for Email Updates - Receive neighborhood news, event announcements, committee updates, and advocacy alerts.

Follow HVA Online - Stay connected through our social media channels for timely updates, photos, and community highlights.

Join Us

Volunteer - Whether you have a few hours a year or want to become actively involved, we can help connect you with meaningful opportunities.

  • Flood & Resilience – Advocate for improved drainage, flooding mitigation, storm response, and long-term resiliency projects.

  • Zoning & BAR – Monitor development proposals and preservation matters that affect the character of Harleston Village.

  • Livability – Help address issues involving sidewalks, streets, traffic, parking, trees, and neighborhood quality of life.

  • Membership & Publicity – Assist with community events, communications, social media, newsletters, and welcoming new neighbors.

  • Hearts & Hands – Participate in volunteer and charitable initiatives that support local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations.

Whether you can volunteer a few hours a year or take on a larger role, there is a place for you in HVA. Explore the committee pages throughout this website to learn more and find the opportunities that best match your interests and talents.

Recent Accomplishments

Since 2025, the Membership & Publicity Committee has helped:

• Grow HVA membership from approximately 60 members to more than 230 members
• Establish and expand the popular Garden Party Series
• Launch and grow HVA’s Instagram presence
• Restore and reactivate the Association’s Facebook presence
• Publish regular newsletters and neighborhood updates
• Create Harleston Hearts & Hands volunteer initiatives
• Organize community service projects supporting Memminger Elementary, the College of Charleston Food Pantry, and Fisher House