Wanda Moore was the first Community Care Movement Director of the Greenwood County Democratic Party. She spent countless hours organizing and participating in community service activities. She was a true servant of the people, never seeking recognition for her hard work.
After her untimely passing in 2022 we launched the first Wanda Moore Community Service Award to recognize one who demonstrates service and education to the community. This is an individual who does not regularly make the newspapers for their work. However, their contributions to the neighborhoods of Greenwood County are well known and appreciated.
This year’s recipient of the 2024 Wanda Moore Community Servant Award is Jilisa Bonet Cade!
Jilisa, originally from Calhoun Falls, SC, is the Community Impact Manager with United Way of the Lakelands. A Calhoun Falls High School and Greenville Technical College graduate, she will receive her certification in Human Resource Management in the spring of 2025. Jilisa is the proud mother of a two-year-old son, Kameron.
In her various roles, Jilisa is instrumental in working with local agencies and connecting communities with programs that benefit them. She manages the Resource Hub and serves as a Hub Navigator, guiding clients to essential resources within their communities. As the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) coordinator, she oversees tax assistance services across Greenwood, Saluda, and McCormick counties, helping bring an estimated $2 million back to the community through tax returns.
Jilisa’s leadership extends beyond tax services. She fosters strong partnerships with local nonprofits, businesses, and the United Center for Community Care Resource Connection Hub to ensure clients receive comprehensive support. Her dedication was recognized with the IRS Frank Nolden Award, and she continues to build a network of services that uplift her community. Jilisa’s favorite quote is “The Sun will rise and set regardless. What we choose to do with the light while it’s here is up to us.”
Congratulations, Jilisa!
