OUR ORGANIZATION
ABOUT
Serving the Lowcountry
with purpose
A nonprofit built on the belief that everyone, regardless of income, deserves access to fair, dignified conflict resolution.
Announcement
The Mediation & Meeting Center of Charleston (MMCC) is now the Lowcountry Mediation Center (LMC).
Our name and visual identity are evolving — our core purpose remains the same. Over the coming weeks you may still see references to MMCC as we update our materials.
OUR STORY
From MMCC to LMC
The Lowcountry Mediation Center (LMC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable mediation services across the Lowcountry. We connect trained volunteer mediators with individuals, families, and organizations seeking fair, low-cost conflict resolution.
Founded in 2008 as the Mediation and Meeting Center of Charleston, the LMC was created to provide pro bono and low bono mediation services — particularly in response to South Carolina’s family court mediation requirements.
From 2008 to 2019, services were delivered through a membership-based model, where mediators worked directly with clients. In late 2020, MMCC began a transformation project to expand its reach and better serve the Charleston area and surrounding communities.
In 2026, MMCC officially became the Lowcountry Mediation Center. This change reflects our growth and our commitment to serving communities throughout the broader Lowcountry region. Today, the LMC continues to grow as a trusted resource for mediation across the Lowcountry.
WHAT THIS MEANS
Same mission.
Clearer identity.
Wider reach.
? Same services, same commitment. We continue providing accessible, high-quality mediation services.
? A clearer identity. Our new name better reflects our focus and the communities we serve.
? An expanded reach. We are strengthening our presence across the Lowcountry to serve more individuals, families, and organizations.
OUR MISSION
“Providing accessible, high-quality conflict resolution services to help individuals, families, and communities find fair and lasting solutions outside of court.”
OUR VISION
“Building a community that embraces mediation as a trusted way to resolve conflict through collaboration and understanding.”
WHO WE SERVE
Built for the whole community.
LMC supports low-income families, the court system, neighborhoods, and communities by providing accessible alternatives to litigation. Our mediators volunteer their time and expertise to promote understanding, collaboration, and peaceful conflict resolution both inside and outside the court system.
“[The mediator] was incredibly patient throughout the entire process. She created a calm, respectful environment where I felt heard and understood. I don’t think there is anything she could have done better.”
— LMC CLIENT
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Our Team
Staff, board members, and 50+ volunteer mediators across Family, Civil, and Community practice areas.
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Our Impact
15+ years of community resolution, our history, values, and what drives everything we do.
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CSOL Partnership
South Carolina’s first pro bono law student mediation program, launched with Charleston School of Law in 2021.
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Partners & Supporters
The generous donors, grantors, and community partners who make accessible mediation possible.
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