Five Points Association
For over 100 years, Five Points has grown, evolved and been an icon in Columbia and beyond.
And for almost 40 years the Five Points Association/Foundation has led remarkable
endeavors and continues the legacy of priceless accomplishments.
As an advocate for the district’s businesses, the Five Points Association strives to guide development and improvements that will enhance the vitality of Five Points. The FPA also works diligently to promote Five Points to Columbia and beyond while cultivating inclusivity internally as a neighborhood. Evident by over 100 years of history, viability and recognition as an iconic locale, the success of Five Points would not be possible without the reciprocating support between the neighboring businesses, support staff, partners and companionship of the City of
Columbia and Richland County.
While fostering those relationships, supporting the businesses, and continuously showcasing Five Points and its treasures, the Five Points Association and its Board continue the beautification, collaboration and development efforts to empower growth, upholding the historic legacy of Columbia’s original village neighborhood.
Five Points Association Board 2023-24
President
Stephanie Melora Bailey
Southern Cypress Tattoo
Vice President
Steve Cook
Saluda’s
Secretary
Ashley Lindler
A Little Happy
Treasurer
Gene Massey
Board Members
Tzima Brown
Papa Jazz
Tim Smith
Sunrise Artisan
Opie Patterson
Larry Lucas State Farm
Larry Lucas
Goat’s
Randy Dennis
2Gs Clothing
Caitlin Bright
701 Whaley
Sue Hamilton
Soothe Columbia
Caitlin Bright
Lorem Ipsum LLC
At-Large Members
Merritt McNeely
Flock and Rally
Bob Thompson
Five Points Association Staff
Heather McDonald
Assistant Director
Meredith Covert
Executive Director
Clean & Safe Team
Our Clean and Safe associates serve as neighborhood ambassadors, working 7-days a week to keep Five Points beautiful and friendly for all.
Gus Brettelle
David Rodgers
Javille Turner
Membership
Improve. Promote. Collaborate. Celebrate. Commemorate.
The mission of the Five Points Association is to represent the interest of the village of Five Points and its businesses through development, beautification and promotion. Cultivating a strong membership base is what continues to make this organization an effective one for both the merchants, as well as the surrounding community, at-large. By joining the Five Points Association, you are supporting a
501(c)3 non-profit whose sole purpose is to create and maintain a better neighborhood for us all. We work tirelessly to improve the quality of life in our village, and with your support by way of membership, we are able to continue doing so. Please take this opportunity to get involved in your community as there is not a better way to share your voice than from within.
Benefits of Membership
Business Promotion
Having a special sale or event? Changed your menu or hours? Hosting a pop-up? FPA wants to help promote all of the wonderful things each of our members are doing within their businesses on all platforms.
- Welcome/Member Feature in Newsletter
- Opportunity to share announcements/specials/highlights/job openings/promotions, etc. in e-blasts
- Listing on FPA website
- Social media posts
- Custom e-blast to FPA email distribution
- Event promotion assistance
- Press release/advisory support
- Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting event
Event Participation
Having a special sale or event? Changed your menu or hours? Hosting a pop-up? FPA wants to help promote all of the wonderful things each of our members are doing within their businesses on all platforms.
- St. Pat’s in Five Points
- JerryFest
- Winter and Summer Sidewalk Sales
- Five Points Trick or Treating
- Small Business Saturday
- Five Points Festivus!
Association Participation
Having a special sale or event? Changed your menu or hours? Hosting a pop-up? FPA wants to help promote all of the wonderful things each of our members are doing within their businesses on all platforms.
- Attend quarterly membership meetings
- Join a committee:
Marketing, Events, Clean & Safe, Finance, Beauti5, Membership, or Neighborhood Development - Vote for and serve on the FPA Board of Directors (three-year terms)
Become a Member
Our work is made possible by individuals and businesses like yours. Because our strong membership base recognizes the importance of collaboration, active involvement and engaged participation of the membership, we are able to continuously improve the vitality and advancement of our unique, urban village.