Charlestonrepublicans

The Charleston County Republican Party (CCRP) operates as the official Republican Party organization for Charleston County, South Carolina. Led by Chairman Andrew Boucher, Vice Chairman Mike Elder, and State Executive Committeeman Dennis Browne, the party serves as the grassroots hub for Republican activism, candidate support, and community engagement across the county.

The executive board includes Secretary Jill Williams and Treasurer Mike Van Horn, Sr. The party maintains active involvement with South Carolina's political landscape, supporting federal officials including U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, Representative Nancy Mace, Governor Henry McMaster, and numerous state and local elected officials.

The CCRP hosts regular events throughout the year:

• •Reagan Gala - The 3rd Annual event held at Boone Hall Plantation (October 23, 2025, 5:30-10:00 PM). Black-tie optional with live music, dancing, and silent auction bidding.
• •Republican Golf Classic - Four-person scramble format at The Links at Stono Ferry. $200 per player includes cart. Awards for top three teams, longest drive, and closest to the pin.
• •Great American Picnic - Annual community gathering (3rd year running as of 2025).
• •Charleston Republican Christmas Party - December social gathering.
• •Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Meet Ups - Regular casual gatherings for Republicans to network and discuss local issues.
• •Carolina Republican Coalition Five@Five Happy Hour - Networking events for party members.

The CCRP provides three main pathways for participation:

1. Volunteer - Get involved at the county and precinct level 2. Donate - Contribute to support Republican candidates and initiatives 3. Vote - Register, check voter registration status, and participate in elections

The party actively recruits 2026 members with the tagline: "Build the Party. Elect Republicans. Defend Charleston." Membership applications are available online, and the organization accepts donations through their "Defend Charleston" fundraising initiative.

The CCRP provides voters and members with:

• •Candidate and district information
• •Early voting details
• •Sample ballots
• •Voter registration assistance
• •Election calendars
• •SC GOP Vision & Platform documents
• •Local Republican group directory
• •South Carolina Republican Party Rules
• •The SC Republican Creed

Contact Methods: - Chairman Andrew Boucher: [email protected] - Vice Chairman Mike Elder: [email protected] - Secretary Jill Williams: [email protected] - Treasurer Mike Van Horn, Sr.: [email protected] - General contact form available on website

The CCRP coordinates with state-level representatives including State Senators Stephen Goldfinch, Larry Grooms, Sean Bennett, Matt Leber, Chip Campsen, and Brian Adams. State House representatives include Kathy Landing, Gil Gatch, Lee Hewitt, Tom Hartnett, Joe Bustos, Gary Brewer, and James Teeple.