by epatankar | Mar 24, 2026 | Blog, Education, In the News, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Pave the Path, Red Apron Alliance, Stories of Hope, The Apron, The Market
Nearly ten years ago, Austin Marshall began his journey in Scouting at just six years old. Like many young Scouts, he learned the basics—teamwork, responsibility, and perseverance. But what sets Scouting apart is how those early lessons grow into something much...
by epatankar | Mar 16, 2026 | Blog, Education, In the News, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Partner Spotlight, Pave the Path, Red Apron Alliance, Stories of Hope, The Apron, The Market, The Thread
Sheila Livingston has spent her life building. Building her skills, her career, her family, and now, her own business. Raised by her grandmother in Jamaica, Sheila stepped into responsibility early. When her grandmother suffered a stroke during Sheila’s teenage years,...
by epatankar | Mar 4, 2026 | Blog, Education, In the News, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Partner Spotlight, Pave the Path, Red Apron Alliance, Stories of Hope, The Apron, The Market
Bluffton Self Help is honored to be named the 2025 Non-Profit of the Year and recipient of the 2025 Pearl Award by the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce. These awards recognize organizations that deliver measurable impact, effective leadership, and strategic...
by epatankar | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog, Education, In the News, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Pave the Path, Stories of Hope, The Apron, The Market
Isabelle, a full-time working mother, balances the demands of her job while caring for her daughter. Her friends describe her as a rainbow in human form, with a smile that lights up a room and a laugh that’s undeniably contagious. So, when a couple close friends...
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...