Read the most recent news and stories from our neighbors thanks for the help of our Bluffton Self Help staff and volunteers.
Story of Hope: Dominic’s Story
When you meet Dominic, his impeccable work ethic and quick sense of humor are impossible to miss. Balancing two demanding jobs—one as a customer service representative and another as an assistant manager at a popular local retail store—he still made time to focus on...
BSH Extends Heartfelt Gratitude to Colleton River for Their Generous Support
Bluffton Self Help is deeply grateful to the Colleton River community for their continued generosity and commitment to uplifting our neighbors in Beaufort and Jasper Counties. Through their most recent grant award, Colleton...
From Daufuskie Island to the Classroom: How One Tutor Makes a Difference
When Alicia moved from Indianapolis to Bluffton, South Carolina, she had two priorities at the top of her list: finding a unique, welcoming community and discovering meaningful ways to give back. Her family ultimately chose...
Story of Hope: Miquel’s Story
When Miquel arrived in Bluffton, he brought with him a dream, a deep sense of purpose, and a powerful determination to succeed. Encouraged by a friend, he turned to Bluffton Self Help (BSH) to begin writing the next chapter of...
Story of Hope: Katrina’s Story
There are numerous reasons why an adult learner comes to Bluffton Self Help ready to pave a path forward, but the common thread is always a brighter future. Like Katrina, who came to us in pursuit of securing her dream...
Bluffton Self Help Announces Urgent Summer Needs
https://youtu.be/N0xTqvzQWxs?feature=shared As of June 2025, we are outpacing our budgeted spending for food by 123%. Why? More families than ever before are walking through our doors. Right now, we’re serving over 600 families...
Surviving Summer in Sub-Optimal Housing
As temperatures soar into the 90s and beyond while combining with brutally intense humidity, it’s important not to forget our neighbors living in sub-optimal housing, lacking basic protection against the sweltering summer sun....
