When the problems of life seem insurmountable, people frequently look to a church for relief. The churches in the Greater Beaufort area have combined in one organization, HELP of BEAUFORT, to respond to those who need assistance. In this way, churches can carry out the Gospel mandate to feed the poor and clothe the naked. Please read the letter from a concerned citizen below.
When someone comes to HELP's door, usually by referral from an established agency or church, the need is verified and assistance provided to the best of HELP's ability. In many cases, coordination with several other private and government organizations is required to meet the need. HELP never duplicates other agency efforts; we all work together toward one common goal... to help those who have an immediate crisis. All of HELP's services are without charge.
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I am writing today to ask for your assistance for HELP of Beaufort. Many of you who are reading this email have never heard of this organization, and thankfully, most of us have not had to call on their services. However, not all Beaufort Citizens are so fortunate.
HELP is the largest ALL VOLUNTEER organization in Beaufort County that provides DIRECT SERVICE to those in need. HELP maintains a facility that is open five mornings a week with over 60 volunteers. HELP accepts referrals from local churches, the Department of Social Services, the EOC, and other established agencies. Once a need is VERIFIED, assistance is often provided and coordinated with other private and government organizations. HELP never duplicates other agency efforts, but works with other agencies to meet the common goal of assisting those who have an immediate crisis. ALL of HELP's services are without charge, and ALL HELP staff members are VOLUNTEERS.
SERVICES PROVIDED BY HELP:
* FOOD, given on referral only, on an emergency basis to families and individuals.
* CLOTHING for those in need and for victims of fire.
* FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, given on referral only, for rent/mortgage, utility bills, gas, prescriptions, and temporary
emergency housing.
* MOBILE MEALS for disabled or otherwise homebound individuals who are unable to cook for themselves, delivered by
volunteer drivers who donate the use of their cars and pay for their own gas.
* CHRISTMAS BASKETS of food are provided to 50-75 families, and Mobile Meal clients receive a Christmas gift.
HELP's emergency financial assistance program is dependent on CONTRIBUTIONS from individuals, churches, and other organizations. ALL FUNDS donated are used to assist verified needs and not for salaries or high administrative costs.
Unfortunately, HELP has had to completely suspend two of it's major services due to lack of funding. Currently, HELP DOES NOT HAVE THE FINANCIAL RESOURCES TO PROVIDE RENTAL/MORTGAGE OR PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE. AND HAS REDUCED THE AMOUNT THEY ARE ABLE TO HELP OUT WITH UTILITIES.
While HELP always appreciates food and clothing donations, there is and immediate need for FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS.
PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION TO THIS AGENCY SO IT CAN ONCE AGAIN PROVIDE PRESCRIPTION AND EMERGENCY RENTAL/MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE TO BEAUFORT RESIDENTS IN NEED.
YOUR TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION CAN BE MAILED TO:
HELP of Beaufort
PO Box 472
Beaufort, SC 29901
Donations of food or clothing can be brought to HELP House at 1910 Baggett Street, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Help requests that you do not leave donations outside of the HELP House.
Also, HELP greatly benefits from grocery gift cards, especially Piggly Wiggly, as HELP has partnered with local grocers to provide food for those in need.
If you are interested in learning more about HELP, email the president, Steve Curless at steve@ramblindj.com or call him at 843-252-2710. He will be happy to give you a tour of HELP also. Just contact him.
I sincerely appreciate each person who took the time to read this email and thank you for any assistance you are able to provide.
From A Concerned Beaufort Resident
