For the past 16 years, Peter Moore has helped countless Spartanburg Regional Hospice patients and their families navigate the challenges of end-of-life care and bereavement. 

Moore’s tireless contributions have inspired others to join his philanthropic and outreach efforts – which include leadership roles on the Spartanburg Regional Foundation and Hospice Division boards. 

On Wednesday, Moore received the Legacy Volunteer of the Year award – an honor given by the South Carolina Governor’s Office, Together SC, the United Way Association of South Carolina and AmeriCorps SC. The 2025 South Carolina Governor’s Volunteer Awards celebrate the remarkable contributions of volunteers across the state. These awards recognize individuals and organizations whose service has strengthened communities and improved lives. 

The winners were honored during the S.C. Nonprofit Summit in Columbia – South Carolina’s largest gathering of nonprofit leaders, community champions and corporate partners committed to service and social impact. 

“Peter’s commitment to volunteer service is too immense to measure, with his contributions felt in every aspect of the hospice program and Hospice Home,” said Polly Edwards-Padgett, executive director of the Spartanburg Regional Foundation, which nominated Moore for the honor. “From his personal letters of support, heartfelt education sessions for community members and inspiring violin performances at events, Moore’s legacy of care and support will be cherished for years to come.” 

Moore has provided Thanksgiving meals to hospice families and rallied support to keep the 25-plus-year tradition going strong. With Spartanburg Regional Hospice serving more than 1,600 patients annually and offering bereavement services to families, resources are always in high demand, making Moore’s efforts invaluable. 

Every dollar Moore has raised and every volunteer he has inspired are testaments to his enduring legacy of care and compassion. 

“I’ve been involved in caring for people in their final days,” Moore said in a 2022 Hospice newsletter. “And I strongly believe that end-of-life care should be outstanding.” 

Those receiving the legacy volunteer of the year award must be involved as a volunteer for more than 10 years and demonstrate continuing volunteer service with commitment and initiative. To learn more about Wednesday’s announcement, click here.