On Point for the Long Game: Lauren Herterich on Kids On Point and Preparing Kids to Thrive

Send us Fan Mail Lauren Herterich is Executive Director of Kids On Point, the Charleston nonprofit that makes a long-term bet on young people and their families. Kids On Point offers free, year-round programming after school, on weekends, and through the summer, covering academics, athletics, enrichment, mentorship, and college and career preparation. This isn’t a one-off program, but one focused on cultivating lasting relationships that help students build the confidence, skills, and support systems they need to thrive in school, work, and life. Under Lauren’s leadership, Kids On Point has grown into a comprehensive youth development organization that serves hundreds of students across the Charleston region. In 2026, it brought home the Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award from The Riley Institute at Furman University, earning statewide recognition for programs that actually shape outcomes in South Carolina public education. On this episode of Lowcountry Revolutionaries, Lauren discusses the after-school and summer activities — including squash — that keep students coming back, how this work is making a difference in kids’ lives, and how people and businesses can get involved. If you’d like to back programming that supports students and families across the Lowcountry, stay tuned for Kids On Point’s phonathon beginning October 19! Intro pre-roll Outro post-roll Support the show **Wear the Movement** Official LowcountryRevMerch is now live on Etsy: soft tees and mugs built for dock walks, King Street hustles, and the everyday grind of building in Charleston. Every purchase supports the Lowcountry Revolutionaries movement and helps keep these authentic founder stories free for qualified local entrepreneurs. Wear the movement. Back the stories that matter. 👉 Shop now: https://lowcountryrevmerch.etsy.com Also available: **Lowcountry Wisdom** — the official book compiled from the best lessons on the show. Paperback & Kindle → https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2KS5S71