In Every Issue: Charleston Area Nonprofits
Suicide prevention support in the Lowcountry By Jenny Peterson Each year, hundreds of people gather for the Out of the Darkness Charleston Area Walk, an event that brings people together who have a shared impact from suicide. Suicide remains a serious public health crisis in the United States. In 2024, 48,824 people died by suicide, … Read more
Postpartum Support Charleston is here for the 1 in 7 moms struggling with maternal mental illness By Jenny Peterson Delivering a baby and heading home to a space filled with cribs, blankets and bottles is supposed to feel like a milestone. The picture-perfect image: soft light through the nursery window, a sleeping newborn, a mother … Read more
Parkinson’s Support in the Carolinas Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that significantly affects a person’s movement, balance and mood. More advanced stages can result in fatal complications. While there is no known cure, there is hope in the battle against the life-altering disease. New research, better access to care and expanding community support … Read more
New nonprofit center brings meaningful support to families of loved ones with Down syndrome. Families in the Lowcountry who have been searching for engagement and community for individuals with Down syndrome have found a new home, or, in this case, a new playhouse. Last spring, GiGi’s Playhouse, a nationally known nonprofit that provides free, purposeful … Read more
A statewide alliance expands equitable access to contraception and information The New Morning Foundation is a bright light that continues to shine for women who want to plan for families on their terms. “Our approach is community-driven and patient-centered,” said President and CEO Bonnie Kapp. “We train and support a statewide alliance of more than … Read more
Nature at Work: A Statewide Initiative Connecting Health, Business and the Outdoors A recently launched program provides a practical framework for building healthier people, workplaces and communities across the Palmetto State. By Lisa Moody BreslinDr. Susan Johnson, a longtime leader in workforce well-being and public health, has launched Nature at Work, a new statewide initiative … Read more