LIPSC — Ladies In Pearls Serving & Connecting
Creating Connections. Inspiring Purpose. Serving Communities.
LIPSC is a women's empowerment and community outreach organization committed to inspiring self-love, mindset growth, meaningful relationships, volunteerism, and compassionate service throughout Columbia, South Carolina, surrounding Midlands communities, and Sumter.
About LIPSC
Ladies In Pearls Serving & Connecting (LIPSC) is a vibrant and diversified community of women 25 and older who believe in the power of intentional connection, service, and personal growth.
Meet Our Founder
Lanette Gass
Founder & President
“Live while you're Living.”
Because every season of life is an opportunity to grow, serve, connect, and leave a lasting legacy.
With more than 35 years in healthcare administration and over 25 years of leadership, Lanette founded LIPSC to create a welcoming space where women build authentic friendships, invest in personal growth, and serve their communities with purpose.
A Signature Experience by Lanette Gass
The Pearl Experience™
Imagine walking into a room filled with accomplished, inspiring women — and leaving with genuine relationships that continue long after the event ends.
Our Signature Program
Polished With Purpose
LIPSC's Nail Polishing Ministry for Seniors
Our signature outreach brings nail care and companionship to elderly residents in senior living communities — a small gesture that carries real warmth, one hand held and one polish color chosen at a time.
Self-Love. Mindset. Connection.
LIPSC believes empowered women build empowered communities.
Through meaningful conversations, encouraging relationships, personal development, and shared experiences, we help women cultivate confidence, strengthen their mindset, embrace self-love, and recognize the value they bring to every season of life.
Whether attending a social gathering, volunteering in the community, or simply connecting with another woman, every LIPSC experience is designed to encourage growth from the inside out.
Community Outreach
Service in every direction
Senior Outreach
Our signature Nail Polishing Ministry brings care and companionship to senior living communities.
Volunteer Projects
Hands-on community service throughout Columbia, the Midlands, and Sumter.
Women's Support
Gatherings and relationships built around confidence, mindset, and authentic sisterhood.
Future Mentoring Program
Pearls for the Next Generation — a coming youth mentoring initiative.
Community Partnerships
Working alongside local organizations and facilities to extend our impact.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Event
Annual Autumn Elegance Brunch Affair
Every November — 2026 date coming soon · Details coming soon
Venue to be announced
Gallery
Moments worth remembering
Community Impact
Numbers that tell our story
These figures are being finalized and will grow as we track every gathering, visit, and volunteer hour.
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Women Connected
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Volunteer Hours
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Senior Outreach Visits
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Seniors Served
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Community Partnerships
Testimonials
Stories from our sisterhood are coming soon
Words from the women, senior facilities, volunteers, and community partners we serve alongside — featured here soon.
We don't simply create events — we create experiences that inspire connection, cultivate self-love, strengthen mindsets, and encourage women to live with purpose while serving others.
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