The Eugenia Price–Joyce Blackburn Charitable Fund honors the enduring literary and cultural legacy of two influential figures whose work helped bring national attention to the history and heritage of St. Simons Island. Eugenia Price, a bestselling novelist, first visited the island in 1961 and was inspired by its rich history, leading her to write the widely celebrated St. Simons Trilogy and other historical works set throughout the American South. Her writing, grounded in extensive research and faith, introduced generations of readers to the people and stories of Coastal Georgia.
In 1967, Price made St. Simons Island her home, where she partnered with Joyce Blackburn, a respected local author, historian, and preservation advocate. Blackburn contributed significantly to documenting the region’s history through her biographies, children’s literature, and historical works, while also collaborating with Price on research and writing. Together, they shared a commitment to storytelling, education, and preserving the cultural identity of the community.
The Foundation was established to continue their shared vision by supporting scholarships, charitable initiatives, and literary and educational programs. It also holds the copyrights to more than 50 works by Price and Blackburn, including the St. Simons Trilogy. Royalties from these works, along with contributions to the fund, are reinvested into the local arts and humanities through grants that support creative, educational, and preservation efforts.
Through this fund, donors help sustain the legacy of Eugenia Price and Joyce Blackburn while enriching the cultural life of the Coastal Georgia community for generations to come.
