Visitors to North Santee Park will have a comfortable new spot to relax, thanks to a donation from Woodmen of the World.

The bench was officially unveiled yesterday during a brief ceremony led by Deborah J. Stoner, a North Santee resident and representative of Woodmen of the World, a not-for-profit life insurance company and fraternal organization dedicated to giving back to the communities where its members live and work.

“When I learned we could take part in a ‘Giving Together’ project, I wanted to do something meaningful right here in my own community,” Stoner said. “North Santee Park felt like the perfect place to make a small contribution that everyone could enjoy.”

The donation was made as part of Woodmen Life’s ongoing efforts to support local communities and recognize the everyday heroes who make a difference—such as first responders, nurses and teachers.

Beth Goodale, Georgetown County Parks and Recreation Director, thanked Woodmen of the World and Ms. Stoner for their generosity, noting that the new bench will provide a lasting benefit to park visitors for years to come