# Homelessness Help Resources - South Carolina ## National Resources - **National Coalition for the Homeless:** - **Phone:** 1-202-462-4822 - **Website:** [https://nationalhomeless.org](https://nationalhomeless.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, information, and connections to local resources for individuals experiencing homelessness. - **United Way 211:** - **Phone:** Dial 211 - **Website:** [https://www.211.org](https://www.211.org/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 assistance for finding shelters, food banks, and other local services. - **National Runaway Safeline (For Youth):** - **Phone:** 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) - **Text:** Text "HELP" to 66008 - **Website:** [https://www.1800runaway.org](https://www.1800runaway.org/) - **Services Provided:** Crisis support, family reunification services, and resources for runaway and homeless youth. ## Statewide Homelessness Support Services - **South Carolina Homeless Alliance:** - **Phone:** 1-803-765-9291 - **Website:** [https://schomeless.org](https://schomeless.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, shelter referrals, and transitional housing programs for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in South Carolina. - **South Carolina Housing Assistance Program:** - **Phone:** 1-803-896-9001 - **Website:** [https://www.schousing.com](https://www.schousing.com/) - **Services Provided:** Rental assistance, affordable housing programs, and homelessness prevention resources. ## Regional Homelessness Support Services ### Charleston Area - **My Sister’s House (Charleston):** - **Phone:** 1-843-747-2233 - **Website:** [https://www.mysistershousesc.org](https://www.mysistershousesc.org/) - **Office Location:** 123 Shelter Ave., Charleston, SC 29401 - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelter, housing support, meals, and services for homeless women and children. - **Lowcountry Homeless Coalition (Charleston):** - **Phone:** 1-843-577-0205 - **Website:** [https://www.lowcountryhomeless.org](https://www.lowcountryhomeless.org/) - **Office Location:** 456 Homeless St., Charleston, SC 29401 - **Specialized Services:** Coordinated intake system, emergency shelter placement, and case management services. ### Greenville Area - **Greenville Homeless Alliance:** - **Phone:** 1-864-467-3131 - **Website:** [https://www.greenvillehomeless.org](https://www.greenvillehomeless.org/) - **Office Location:** 789 Hope Rd., Greenville, SC 29601 - **Specialized Services:** Homelessness prevention, transitional housing, and emergency shelter for individuals and families. - **The Salvation Army of Greenville:** - **Phone:** 1-864-235-4803 - **Website:** [https://www.salvationarmyusa.org](https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/) - **Office Location:** 123 Salvation Way, Greenville, SC 29601 - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelter, food, substance abuse recovery, and job placement services for homeless individuals. ## Online Resources - **Homeless Shelter Directory:** - **Website:** [https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org](https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/) - **Features:** Comprehensive list of shelters and resources by state and city. - **Coalition for the Homeless:** - **Website:** [https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org](https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/) - **Features:** Advocacy and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. - **National Alliance to End Homelessness:** - **Website:** [https://www.naeh.org](https://www.naeh.org/) - **Features:** Resources, reports, and advocacy efforts to end homelessness in the U.S. ## Emergency Resources - **National Domestic Violence Hotline (For Domestic Violence Victims Facing Homelessness):** - **Phone:** 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) - **Text:** Text "START" to 88788 - **Website:** [https://www.thehotline.org](https://www.thehotline.org/) - **When to Call:** If domestic violence is contributing to homelessness. - **Veterans Crisis Line (For Homeless Veterans):** - **Phone:** 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) - **Text:** Text 838255 - **Website:** [https://www.veteranscrisisline.net](https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/) - **Services Provided:** Support for veterans facing housing instability. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Homelessness:** - **Website:** [https://www.homelessnesseducation.org](https://www.homelessnesseducation.org/) - **Description:** Educational resources and courses to help understand the causes of homelessness, legal rights, and available resources. ## Additional Support - **Project Homeless Connect (South Carolina):** - **Phone:** 1-803-765-5000 - **Website:** [https://www.projecthomelessconnect.org](https://www.projecthomelessconnect.org/) - **Services Provided:** Community-based events that provide housing resources, health services, and support for homeless individuals and families. --- _Updated as of January 2, 2025. For corrections or additional information, please contact the respective organizations._