Damascus House Board of Directors

Don Williams

Chairman of the Board
Don Williams is Senior Pastor at Pawleys Island Community Church in Pawleys Island, SC. He and his wife Ginny have been there for 25 years and have seen God change many lives. Don has led a recovery group for men for 6 years and sees Damascus House as the natural next step for this ministry.

Jim Coggin

Board Director and President
Jim Coggin had a distinguished career in the US Army where he achieved the rank of 2-star general and commanded the 2d Infantry Division in the Republic of Korea. Jim served as a VP/GM with General Dynamics; and was a Board Member & President of Officers Christian Fellowship, USA. Jim’s family has felt the pain of addiction, and he shares the passion to see men recover. Jim utilizes the leadership skills he has acquired in his professional life to help advance the causes of Christ and His Kingdom. Jim is an elder at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Jim Morgan

Board Director of Finance

Jim Morgan spent his career in the financial industry and then, as CEO of Krispy Kreme, led a team of dedicated employees who successfully transitioned Krispy Kreme from a time of financial disarray to a period of prosperity. 

Jim is a powerful teacher of God’s word and is often called on to teach Christ-centered leadership practices in corporate America. Jim has also seen what addiction can do to family members and is passionate to see men be set free from the chains of addiction. Jim is a teacher and leader at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Gary Cooper

Board Director of Strategic Growth
Gary Cooper is a lifelong resident of Georgetown County. He continued the legacy of his family in providing excellent healthcare to his community. Gary is the founder of Palmetto Infusion which has grown to 350 centers in 5 states. He was twice recognized as the Entrepreneur of the Year in the state of South Carolina. Gary’s own story of alcoholism and freedom he has found in Christ has been invaluable to Damascus House. Gary is a member and leader at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Jeff Herwig

Board Director of Governance & Secretary
Jeff Herwig hails from Baltimore, Maryland where he served as an attorney and judge. His distinguished career now has him as one of the most sought-after mediators in the area. He “retired” to Pawleys Island but has used his gifts and passions to continue to advance Kingdom causes. Jeff is an elder at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Damascus House Staff

Vic Wilson

Damascus House Programs Leader

Raised in Graceville, Florida, Vic Wilson loved playing basketball in high school. With athletic skills and a team player, Vic developed mentorship skills on and off the court. After his own battle with addiction, these God-given gifts were used in the jail and addiction ministry space.

After hitting rock bottom with 20 years of substance abuse, Vic attended a program called Dunklin in Okeechobee, Florida. Upon completing the
program, he underwent two years of rigorous Servant Leadership and Staff Training which equipped him for ministry. Subsequently, he served for over 2 years on staff at Dunklin. Vic now celebrates nearly 6 years of sobriety.

The book of Ephesians personally resonates with Vic because it aligns with his ministry and calling of putting on the whole armor of God. Vic’s life mission statement: “Walking on this life journey to be the hands and feet of Christ and to discover the truth of my identity in Him and Help others do the same.”

Dillon Dowler

Damascus House Programs Leader

Dillon grew up in Chattanooga Tennessee where he lived with his father, mother and brother. By age 13, Dillon was experimenting with opiates and hiding this from his family. His brother, Collin, died at age 11 resulting from a tragic jet-ski accident involving them both.

After this, Dillon set out on a path to destroy his life that included homelessness, overdoses, incarcerations, and over 15 failed treatment centers. In 2020, he finally reached a point in his life where he fell to his knees and had a genuine encounter with Jesus. Since that day, Dillon has been committed to sharing his testimony and helping men in addiction.

Following his graduation from Dunklin, he spent several years training and working there. Dillon heard clearly from the Lord what his life mission is: “To provide opportunities for men to be regenerated and made new by the power of the Holy Spirit thereby also making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, & communities.”

Damascus House Board of Directors

Don Williams

Chairman of the Board
Don Williams is Senior Pastor at Pawleys Island Community Church in Pawleys Island, SC. He and his wife Ginny have been there for 25 years and have seen God change many lives.

Don has led a recovery group for men for 6 years and sees Damascus House as the natural next step for this ministry.

Jim Coggin

Board Director and President
Jim Coggin had a distinguished career in the US Army where he achieved the rank of 2-star general and commanded the 2d Infantry Division in the Republic of Korea. Jim served as a VP/GM with General Dynamics; and was a Board Member & President of Officers Christian Fellowship, USA.

Jim’s family has felt the pain of addiction, and he shares the passion to see men recover. Jim utilizes the leadership skills he has acquired in his professional life to help advance the causes of Christ and His Kingdom. Jim is an elder at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Jim Morgan

Board Director of Finance
Jim Morgan spent his career in the financial industry and as CEO, rescued Krispy Kreme Donuts from bankruptcy. Jim is a powerful teacher of God’s word and is often called on to teach Christ-centered leadership practices in corporate America.

Jim has also seen what addiction can do to family members and is passionate to see men be set from the chains of addiction. Jim is a teacher and leader at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Gary Cooper

Board Director of Strategic Growth
Gary Cooper is a lifelong resident of Georgetown County. He continued the legacy of his family in providing excellent healthcare to his community. Gary is the founder of Palmetto Infusion which has grown to 350 centers in 5 states. He was twice recognized as the Entrepreneur of the Year in the state of South Carolina.

Gary’s own story of alcoholism and freedom he has found in Christ has been invaluable to Damascus House. Gary is a member and leader at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Jeff Herwig

Board Director of Governance & Secretary
Jeff Herwig hails from Baltimore, Maryland where he served as an attorney and judge. His distinguished career now has him as one of the most sought-after mediators in the area. He “retired” to Pawleys Island but has used his gifts and passions to continue to advance Kingdom causes.

Jeff is an elder at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Damascus House Staff

Vic Wilson

Damascus House Programs Leader
Raised in Graceville, Florida, Vic Wilson loved playing basketball in high school. With athletic skills and a team player, Vic developed mentorship skills on and off the court. After his own battle with addiction, these God-given gifts were used in the jail and addiction ministry space.

After hitting rock bottom with 20 years of substance abuse, Vic attended a program called Dunklin in Okeechobee, Florida. Upon completing the
program, he underwent two years of rigorous Servant Leadership and Staff Training which equipped him for ministry. Subsequently, he served for over 2 years on staff at Dunklin. Vic now celebrates nearly 6 years of sobriety.

The book of Ephesians personally resonates with Vic because it aligns with his ministry and calling of putting on the whole armor of God. Vic’s life mission statement: “Walking on this life journey to be the hands and feet of Christ and to discover the truth of my identity in Him and Help others do the same.”

Dillon Dowler

Damascus House Programs Leader
Dillon grew up in Chattanooga Tennessee where he lived with his father, mother and brother. By age 13, Dillon was experimenting with opiates and hiding this from his family. His brother, Collin, died at age 11 resulting from a tragic jet-ski accident involving them both.

After this, Dillon set out on a path to destroy his life that included homelessness, overdoses, incarcerations, and over 15 failed treatment centers. In 2020, he finally reached a point in his life where he fell to his knees and had a genuine encounter with Jesus. Since that day, Dillon has been committed to sharing his testimony and helping men in addiction.

Following his graduation from Dunklin, he spent several years training and working there. Dillon heard clearly from the Lord what his life mission is: “To provide opportunities for men to be regenerated and made new by the power of the Holy Spirit thereby also making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, & communities.”