Who We Are
How it all Began
Lighthouse for Life was founded by Andrea Wind in 2014. For several years, Andrea had been a teacher but eventually decided to stay at home with her kids. One day, human trafficking was mentioned in a sermon at her church. She was surprised to hear that, not only was it happening overseas, but it was also happening right here in the United States. It was at this time that she felt God place a call on her to do something about this problem. As she began to research and learn more about human trafficking, she realized the vast need for housing and after-care programs for survivors.
The name, Lighthouse for Life, was birthed from a vision that God gave Andrea of a lighthouse that was surrounded by smaller homes. People from all over were coming towards the Light and finding shelter in those homes.
Andrea is not only the founder but also a board member, speaker, and visionary for Lighthouse for Life.
Watch the video below to hear her tell it in her own words.
Lighthouse for Life is a 501(c)3 actively fighting against human trafficking. We desire to see everyone joined together to put a stop to the exploitation and trafficking of the people around us. We also make every effort to provide grace and assistance to people as they journey towards healing and restoration.
VISION
We desire an informed and actively engaged community working together to eradicate human trafficking.
MISSION
To educate the community and empower survivors to eradicate human trafficking.
CORE VALUES
F: Faith
I: Integrity
G: Gratitude
H: Humility
T: Togetherness
OUR TEAM LEADERS
Donna CoffinDirector of Administration
Heather PagánSurvivor Support Lead
Linzy LairdPublic Relations Director
OUR PARTNERS
-Groups and Organizations-
–INDIVIDUAL PARTNERS –
CRUSADERS
Leif Hoagland
Mark Mason
AMBASSADORS
Fred C. Pieper, III
Ralph & Lisa Corduan
Jef & Sandra Snyder
David Bunch
Christen Bowman
Catherine Burns
John Freeman
ADVOCATES
Victoria Orban
Sherry Goodrich
Fred Pieper III
ALLIES
Salim & Amanda Khalil
FRIENDS
The Callen Family
Ruth Moreno
Richard Graham
Patrick Olsen
Pamela Ronnau
Maureen Bacon
Holly Harrison
Joel & Kristen Bratner
Lindsey Bradley
Eddie Kramer II
Anne Hendrix
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Nicole is a Life and Performance Coach with Live Your Design and an Area Director for BNI, Business Networking International.
She was born and raised in Illinois where she graduated from Eastern Illinois University. Nicole and her husband, Ben, have 4 children that range in age from 9- 19. They are members of Chapin United Methodist Church.
Felicia L. Dauway is the Community Justice Administrator for the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice, she also serves as the Designee and Deputy Compact Administrator for the Interstate Compact for Juveniles (ICJ). She holds a BA degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice from Claflin University. She began her career with the state of South Carolina over 20 years ago. She previously held the position of Director of Victim Services for the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice and Interim Crime Victims’ Ombudsman for the Governor’s Office. She is a member of New Laurel Street Missionary Baptist Church and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Andrea Wind founded Lighthouse for Life with a vision and passion to provide healing and restoration to victims of domestic minor sex trafficking. She is also a board member and visionary for Lighthouse for Life.
Salim Khalil is a Manager-IT Audit for Dominion Energy in Cayce SC. Prior to his service with Lighthouse for Life, he served on the Elder Board for Radius Church in Lexington SC. Salim has a business degree from Clemson University where he met his wife Amanda, also a volunteer with Lighthouse for Life.
Reggie Gaymon is a family man who loves The Lord, is a Law Enforcement Officer with 30+ years of experience who makes every effort to live by Michael 6:8 (...do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with my God). Reggie has a heart for victims and seeks out resources to help in whatever situation they face.
Matt Cogdill is currently Vice President of Physicians Partners at Lexington Medical Center where he oversees a variety of the physician practices associated with the hospital. He graduated from Presbyterian College with a degree in business administration and then went on to MUSC to obtain his masters in health administration. He, his wife, and three boys are active members of Radius Church.
Beth White is clinical faculty at the University of South Carolina in Elementary Education. Her specialty area is literacy. She began her education career in SC over 27 years ago after completing her undergraduate degree at Winthrop College, now Winthrop University. Beth holds a graduate degree from the College of Charleston and a post-graduate degree from the University of South Carolina. She and her family are active members of Riverland Hills Baptist Church.
–A Special Thank You –
Attorney General’s Office
- Celtic Works, Coffee on a Mission
- Collard’s Custom Cabinets
- Mission Lexington
- Pearls
- Professional Printers
- Richland County Sherriff’s Department
- Richland County Task Force
- Run Hard
- SASS
- Shandon UMC
- Splash Omnimedia
- The Town of Lexington