The Legion of Honor: Honoring SSgt. Phillip Bruce Cook
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund was proud to support and take part in a historic ceremony recognizing WWII Veteran Staff Sergeant Phillip Bruce Cook with France’s highest distinction – the Legion of Honor.Held at the South Carolina Historic Aviation Foundation, the ceremony brought together military leaders, elected officials, veterans, and community members to honor a life […]
Spreading Holiday Joy Through the Arts at The Nutcracker
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund was proud to support an evening at Columbia City Ballet’s The Nutcracker, where Rick and Lisa Mantei hosted clients and their families for a shared cultural experience. By purchasing tickets for families to attend, the Manteis helped make a beloved holiday tradition accessible while supporting the local arts community. The event reflects the Fund’s commitment […]
Bringing Holiday Joy to Families at Wildwood Downs
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund was proud to support a recent Santa celebration at Wildwood Downs Country Club, where children enjoyed meeting Santa, candy canes, and warm hot chocolate in a festive setting. To help make the event extra memorable, Rick Mantei and Lisa Mantei donated more than 100 gifts for Santa to distribute, ensuring […]
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund Gifts Over 100 Toys & 10 Bikes To Toys For Tots
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund is proud to continue its annual holiday support of Toys for Tots, an organization dedicated to delivering hope and happiness to children in need. This season, Rick Mantei donated over 100 gifts on December 12, along with 10 bicycles the weekend prior – extending a tradition of giving that has […]
Supporting Santa at the Airport: Rick Mantei Donated 450 Gifts to Local Children
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund is proud to support this year’s Santa at the Airport event at Camden Woodward Field, happening on Saturday, December 6. In the spirit of giving, Rick Mantei purchased 450 presents that will be distributed to children attending the event. Thanks to the partnership of Dollar Tree and their employees, the gifts were […]
Supporting Harvest Hope Food Bank with a Thanksgiving Turkey Delivery
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund is proud to continue its annual partnership with Harvest Hope Food Bank, helping provide Thanksgiving meals to families across South Carolina. This season, Rick Mantei delivered an entire truckload of turkeys to Harvest Hope, contributing to the organization’s commitment to fighting hunger and ensuring families can celebrate Thanksgiving with dignity and warmth. Harvest […]
Supporting Families in Need Through The Salvation Army’s Thanksgiving Outreach
As part of its ongoing community commitment, The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund is honored to continue its Thanksgiving partnership with the Salvation Army of Columbia. Each year, Rick Mantei donates turkeys to support the organization’s efforts to ensure families in need can enjoy a warm holiday meal. This year’s donation continues the Fund’s long tradition of uplifting local […]
Supporting Oliver Gospel Mission with Holiday Meal Donations
In continued partnership with Oliver Gospel Mission, The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund, along with founder Rick Mantei and his assistant Paul Britton, delivered 20 frozen turkeys to the Mission’s downtown Columbia location in honor of the upcoming holiday season. This effort reflects the Fund’s ongoing mission to serve and uplift the community – especially those facing […]
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund Partners with Operation Christmas Child to Bring Joy to Children Worldwide
The Rick Mantei Charitable Fund is honored to support Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child, a global ministry that shares the message of God’s love through gift-filled shoeboxes for children in need. This year, the Fund – through the generosity of founder Rick Mantei – funded 500 Operation Christmas Child boxes, each filled with toys, hygiene items, and […]
Spreading Hope This Christmas: Supporting Operation Christmas Child
This holiday season, Rick Mantei joined in the mission of Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child, funding 500 shoeboxes to be filled with gifts for children in need around the world. Each shoebox is more than just a collection of toys, it’s a tangible expression of God’s love. Packed with items like soccer balls, dolls, and […]