Curtis arrived at One80 Place facing eviction and in the midst of a two-year custody battle. He had been laid off from a high paying job a year prior and would no longer have a home in a matter of days.

Because of your support, One80 Place is able to offer more than just shelter to our clients; available are an array of supportive services that are crucial in helping families and individuals maintain their self-sufficiency and housing once out of the shelter.

Many times, the path to a new home is through a courtroom. You produce a three-person legal team that works with clients to navigate complex documents and procedures standing in the way of housing.

690 legal issues and 539 clients!

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Stefan, a Coast Guard Veteran, returned home to Charleston to help his elderly parents. Little did he know he would not have a place to stay when he arrived. Through the VA, Stefan was directed to One80 Place.

When you see Porcher Washington’s job title, Employment Specialist, you probably don’t fully picture everything she does. You likely wouldn’t think that Porcher evaluates every single client at One80 Place to make sure they are a good candidate for the different employment programs available to them.

One80 Place is often described as “more than a roof.” The shelter is more than just a place for people to rest their heads. While 160 guests are sheltered nightly, on-site supportive services are what really make the difference in ending homelessness.

261 people gained employment thanks to you!

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