We recognize that many in our community are facing urgent and complex challenges—some that go beyond what Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County can directly address. Still, we deeply care about the well-being of our neighbors and are committed to being a bridge to support. While we may not have all the answers, we want to help connect individuals and families with the resources, programs, and organizations that can provide meaningful assistance. Everyone deserves a chance to thrive.
Below, you’ll find a list of outreach resources, offering support in areas such as housing, food security, addiction recovery, mental health, and more.
An interactive map of essential services available throughout the community. Some areas identified and mapped include: bus stops, parks, affordable housing, health centers, quality childcare, food pantries, shelters, community gardens, employment assistance, elderly assistance and governmental offices.
United Way is a nonprofit organization committed to improving lives and advancing equity throughout the community. By addressing key barriers to economic mobility—such as housing, education, childcare, and transportation—they work to create lasting change. Through collaboration with donors, volunteers, and local partners, United Way helps ensure access to basic needs, supports student success, and connects individuals with job training and employment opportunities. You can call them at 211.
United Ministries is a direct services organization in Greenville, South Carolina, dedicated to supporting individuals and families experiencing scarcity. Their mission is to provide basic needs for stability and supportive services to achieve self-sufficiency. Through programs like the Place of Hope day shelter, emergency assistance, and the Striving to Thrive initiative, United Ministries offers resources such as food, housing support, financial assistance, and personalized coaching to help participants overcome barriers and work toward economic mobility. You can contact them by phone at (864) 232-6463 or email at info@united-ministries.org.
The Alston Wilkes Society (AWS) is a South Carolina-based nonprofit dedicated to rebuilding lives and fostering safer communities. Since 1962, AWS has provided rehabilitative and preventive services to individuals involved with the justice system, veterans, at-risk youth, and homeless individuals. Their comprehensive programs include residential reentry centers for federal offenders, community services for former offenders and their families, transitional housing and support for homeless veterans, and a high-management group home for at-risk youth.