Community Resources
FOOD AND OTHER RESOURCES:
Hispanic Association
This FB page is a good one to follow. They have lots of posts about where to get help with food.
https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonHispanicAssociation/
Lowcountry C.A.R.E.S
Below is a link to this site. You have to make an appointment.
https://www.ourlowcountry.com/find-help/
Phone number: 843-553-2012
Catholic Charities
Below is the link to food pantry information. Due to COVID 19, they are doing a drive through service.
https://charitiessc.org/wellness-services
Phone number: 843-531-5570
Shifa Clinic
Shifa Clinic is in Mt. Pleasant. They will help with food. You have to fill out their form.
Phone number: 843-352-4580
Trident United Way
Below is a link the the Trident United Way. They can help with a lot of different needs. You can also dial 211 from your phone for assistance and tell them what type of assistance you are looking for.
https://www.tuw.org/charleston-county-help-resources
Lowcountry Food Bank
https://www.lowcountryfoodbank.org/findhelp/
Phone number: 843-747-8146
Lowcountry Blessing Box
These locations have small boxes where people can donate or take items.
https://chsblessingbox.wixsite.com/home
Palmetto Community Action Network
This organization helps with food and other services such as rent assistance. Follow them on Facebook!
https://www.facebook.com/palmettocap/
RENT SERVICES:
The Navigation Center
http://thenavigationcenter.org/?fbclid=IwAR2P2QIB6E_95TbvME9R51452qbWBMg42vx-Uz6Znks6D7OlqhfsrH0YcJc
LEGAL SERVICES:
South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
https://www.scjustice.org/
South Carolina Legal Services
https://sclegal.org/public-benefits-during-a-pandemic/
OTHER RESOURCES:
Trident United Way
https://www.tuw.org/charleston-county-help-resources
The Public Library
Charleston County has a great public library system. The public library is a great resource that goes beyond checking out books. The Otranto Road branch has an employee who is bilingual in English and Spanish. Visit the following websites for more information about special events.
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL):
https://www.ccpl.org/branches/main
CCPL Otranto Road:
https://www.ccpl.org/otranto-road-regional-monthly-calendar
CCPL Dorchester Road:
https://www.ccpl.org/dorchester-road-regional-monthly-calendar
Communities in Schools
This organization has student centered events and programs throughout the school year.
https://www.cischarleston.org/
Salvation Army
Salvation Army has many opportunities for volunteering and for services such as seasonal and crisis assistance.
https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/programs/programs-that-help/
Trident Literacy Association
Trident Literacy Association offers training in basic literacy, computer use, English as a Second Language, and GED preparation for adults.
Trident Technical College
Trident Technical College is our local community college that offers classes towards a degree or certificate and also offers classes for fun.