Encouraging Families, Youth & Schools

Families Helping Families continues to be one of the largest programs to assist needy families during the holiday season at the end of the year.  In December, more than 2,400 South Carolina families were assisted with gifts, food, clothing, and other seasonal needs by more than 3,000 donors, sponsor organizations and individuals across the state.

Now in its 15^th year, FHF provides a systematic approach to reaching as many of the neediest families in South Carolina as possible.  By coordinating with local agencies and charity programs we can insure that donations and charitable giving are targeted to those who need help the most.  Every dollar donated to FHF generates nearly $9 in goods and services for Palmetto State families in need.

Kids with Cameras, Charleston Kids with Cameras is an on-going mentorship program formed to help inner city boys and girls see both the world beyond their neighborhoods and the opportunities available to them.

Professional photographers serve as mentors for young inner city children as they learn how to take photographs, edit them, and then prepare them for exhibition.  The project has been funded with local dollars, including grants from Palmetto Project supporters, John Davis and John Winthrop.

Website: www.charlestonkidswithcameras.org

The Yo Art Project, is an all volunteer mentoring program for inner-city youth that teaches them technical computer skills to build self-esteem and confidence for academic and future job skills.

The Yo Art Project gives the kids a sense of community through art workshops, exhibitions, and public art projects. Located at the Marion Strobel Community Center, the Yo Art Project is a partnership between the Palmetto Project, the City of Charleston Recreation Department, and The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston.      

Website: www.yoartproject.org