Charleston County recently launched a new housing court that provides legal help to low-income families facing eviction. The new program is the first of its kind in South Carolina. So far, the court has helped more than 10 people avoid eviction.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, November 26th, One80 Place will host their 7th annual "Turkey & a $20" donation drive to stock their community kitchen and help end homelessness.
Read MoreA planned 70-unit affordable housing project for formerly homeless workers downtown has new life and could begin construction soon, thanks to a new legal deal.
Read MoreAfter controversy arose over a perceived lack of supplies available at a storm shelter as Hurricane Florence barreled toward the Carolinas, officials say they’ve learned valuable lessons on how to care for the area’s most vulnerable residents.
Read MoreAt One80 Place, defendants are paired with service providers like Origin SC, the Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If the defendant proves that he or she is cooperating with a personalized program and making substantial progress toward finding housing, the case is dismissed.
Read MoreLongtime Circa 1886 chef Marc Collins, who presented his namesake award to Franz, said Franz exemplifies “sticktoitiveness” and applauded her for giving back to the community through her involvement with One80 Place RISE.
Read MoreThe City of Charleston has decided how it will allocate a $20 million dollar bond for affordable housing projects in the city.
Read MoreFor women escaping domestic violence, homelessness and other obstacles, a nonprofit in Charleston is helping provide them with basic but often overlooked necessities: new bras and underwear.
Read MoreProceeds from this year’s Field of Honor will go to One80 Place, a charity that advocates for and attempts to shelter the homeless; Fisher House, a nonprofit that provides housing for military families while their loved one is in the VA hospital; and Palmetto Warrior Connection, which helps veterans transition back into civilian life.
Read MoreThe Charleston Animal Society and One80 place teamed up to make a special difference in one man's life.
Read MoreAt any given time, One80 Place is a home to dozens of homeless and hungry individuals. The organization offers food and a cool place to stay during the hot summer months.
Read MoreStefan DeArmon had made his share of mistakes. The latest seemed so trivial, but its consequences were profound…
Read MoreJust over a year ago, Neil Stephan “The Reverend” DeArmon was a Coast Guard veteran without a home or a job, living on the street. Today, thanks to culinary training at One80 Place and a chance encounter at Charleston Wine + Food, he’s sous chef at Smoke BBQ and the face and co-owner of a burgeoning cornbread company.
Read MoreKirby Campbell, 56, came to Charleston from upstate New York after a breakup. He landed here without a job or a home and soon found himself at One80 Place, the homeless shelter. He was grateful they had a bed for him and space in the culinary training program with Angie DuPree.
Read MoreThroughout the month of February, we have been excited to conduct a donation drive benefiting One80 Place, a local nonprofit whose mission is to prevent and end homelessness.
Read MoreOne80 Place, a local shelter that serves women, children, families, and veterans, has a bike share program for the past year.
Read MoreIt's about as rare to hear a round of applause in a criminal courtroom as it is in church. But it was no ordinary day in court Thursday at One80 Place.
Read MoreOne80 Place celebrated the renovation of its Family Center on Friday, Feb 10.
Read MoreA chill hung in the morning air at the CARTA Superstop where a woman sat quietly on a bench. Nearby, a large blanket and bags of belongings served as clues to her current living situation.
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