by epatankar | Dec 30, 2025 | Blog, Education, In the News, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Pave the Path, Stories of Hope, The Apron, The Market
When Carson first walked through the doors of Bluffton Self Help, he was carrying more than just the weight of daily challenges—he was facing profound uncertainty about his future. A series of unexpected setbacks had unraveled his sense of stability, leaving him...
by epatankar | Dec 29, 2025 | Blog, Education, In the News, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Pave the Path, Stories of Hope, The Apron, The Market
Patricia never imagined she would be starting over. She and her husband, Paul—her best friend of more than 25 years—had built a life rooted in love and simple joys. They shared home-cooked meals around the kitchen table, leisurely strolls in their neighborhood, and...
by epatankar | Dec 16, 2025 | Blog, Education, In the News, Pave the Path, Stories of Hope
Marcus first learned about Bluffton Self Help through a friend who saw his potential long before he saw it in himself. He had always dreamed of going to college, but without the finances or the proper guidance to navigate the enrollment process, the path forward felt...
by epatankar | Dec 16, 2025 | Blog, Education, In the News, Pave the Path, Stories of Hope
When Sabrina first came to Bluffton Self Help, she was working full-time at a job she enjoyed—but the quiet pull for something more kept tugging at her. She knew earning her GED was the key to unlocking new opportunities, yet the thought of returning to the classroom...
by epatankar | Nov 17, 2025 | Blog, Education, In the News, Pave the Path, Stories of Hope
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...
by epatankar | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog, Education, In the News, Pave the Path, The Thread, Volunteer Spotlight
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 Daufuskie Island as their home—a choice that...
