About Us
In 2004, Don Peppers launched Camp Proverbs as a way to teach, coach, and serve the leaders of tomorrow. Over the years, the camp developed into Proverbs Mentoring Organization, as Don and his wife Shelia continued their pursuit of helping more and more area youth. Don seeks to enhance youth leadership skills and social responsibility in his community through mentorship.
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About Don Peppers
A native of Pendleton, South Carolina, Don found his true calling advocating for the youth of Upstate South Carolina right here in his hometown.
When he returned to South Carolina after studying Video/Film Production at the Art Institute of Atlanta, Don felt his calling begin to shift. It was during this time that “God got his attention” and led Don to steadily move away from his original field of study, instead focusing on education and community advocacy. He began to gain a strong reputation for his work as a Special Education Paraprofessional: while working with Anderson School District 4, Don received the Lighthouse Award and was recognized as the Humanitarian for Youth and Support Staff Member of the Year. God had indeed gotten his attention for a reason!
In the 20 years since Don launched the Proverbs mentorship brand, he is continually recognized for his work. He has been named United Way’s Volunteer of the Month, Friends of the Park’s Volunteer of the Year, one of 107.3 JAMZ’s Upstate Black History Makers, and was even featured on the cover of Anderson Magazine as an example of community mentoring at its strongest. But all the awards and recognition mean nothing without his mentees, who experience the strength of Don’s dedication and care and are able to benefit from the Proverbs network of mentorship programs.
Currently, Don serves as Athletic Director at Anderson Christian School while continuing his role as Executive Director of Proverbs Mentoring Organization. He is a founding member of the Pendleton Rhinos Investment Group and serves on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Kingdom Vision Worship Center, Anderson Cavaliers Football Organization, and The Parents’ Advocate Organization. He and his wife Shelia share children Kristian, Sheldon, Kaitlyn, and Kerrington. They are devoted members of the Kingdom Vision Worship Center in Anderson, SC. “Coach Pep” and his family believe in the strength of community and seek to give back whenever they can.