Bluffton Self Help

Bluffton Self Help Connecting Lowcountry neighbors to food, financial support, education, and a trusted network of resources that helps pave a path forward.

Bluffton Self Help, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization. Bluffton Self Help empowers Lowcountry residents to improve their lives by paving pathways to personal success and building communities of opportunity. This is a page for the supporters and clients of Bluffton Self Help. We encourage open discussions and invite you to share your thoughts and opinions related to our mission

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We have the right to remove you from our page for repeated breaches of the above policy. We encourage discussions in an open format, and we understand that it may lead to disagreement, but we will not tolerate harassment, threatening behavior or taunting our page members. If this occurs you will be removed from the page. We are eager to connect with our loyal supporters and clients! Any questions, comments, or issues regarding this page can be emailed to [email protected]

What does one SIPS ticket actually make possible?It helps a parent put meals on the table without sacrificing the electr...
06/24/2026

What does one SIPS ticket actually make possible?

It helps a parent put meals on the table without sacrificing the electric bill.

It helps an adult learner earn the GED that opens the door to higher wages.

It helps a neighbor navigate an unexpected crisis with guidance, dignity, and hope.

It even helps make the holidays a little brighter for local children.

Together, those moments add up to something extraordinary:

- More than 60,000 pounds of food nourishing neighbors in need each month.
- More than 300 adult learners filling classrooms each month, building brighter futures through education and workforce training
- Guidance and support for more than 6,000 neighbors each year across Bluffton, Hilton Head, and Hardeeville

📍 October 16, 2026
📍 The Farm at Palmetto Bluff

👉 sipsandseafood.com

💵 Money can feel overwhelming.Many of us weren't taught how to build savings, understand credit, or create a plan for pa...
06/23/2026

💵 Money can feel overwhelming.

Many of us weren't taught how to build savings, understand credit, or create a plan for paying down debt. And when life gets busy, those topics can get pushed to the bottom of the list - especially if we're living in "survival mode".

That's why we're offering a free Financial Literacy Workshop designed to meet you where you are - no judgment, no complicated financial jargon, and no expectation that you already have it all figured out.

During this workshop, we'll talk about:

✅ Simple ways to grow savings, even on a tight budget
✅ How credit works and what impacts your score
✅ Practical strategies for tackling debt and moving forward with confidence

Whether you're looking to strengthen your financial foundation, improve your financial habits, or simply learn something new, this workshop is for you.

📅 Tuesday, June 30
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

📧 Email [email protected] to learn more or to RSVP.

At Self Help, we don't just provide resources - we help create opportunities that allow neighbors to build lasting stabi...
06/22/2026

At Self Help, we don't just provide resources - we help create opportunities that allow neighbors to build lasting stability.

Often, that journey begins with food.

Each month, more than 700 local households shop The Market, our free wellness grocery store, taking home over 60,000 pounds of nutritious food made possible by a community that believes in neighbors helping neighbors.

For many neighbors, those groceries mean:

A parent can keep the lights on.
A family can remain housed.
A senior can afford a needed prescription.
A child can head to school ready to learn vs. running on an empty stomach.

When neighbors save up to $500 each month on groceries and basic necessities, they're able to direct those dollars toward rent, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other essentials that help life keep moving forward.

That's how food becomes something bigger than a meal.

❤️ Every donation, every volunteer hour, and every shared post helps make those moments possible. Together, we're creating more than access to food...we're creating opportunities for lasting stability, one neighbor at a time.

🔗How we make a difference: https://blufftonselfhelp.org/

🥕 Free, Fresh Produce AvailableFresh produce. No cost. Open to all.Thanks to our ongoing partnership with the Lowcountry...
06/20/2026

🥕 Free, Fresh Produce Available

Fresh produce. No cost. Open to all.

Thanks to our ongoing partnership with the Lowcountry Food Bank, we're able to share our bounty of produce with the community through our monthly Fresh Xpress pop-up markets.

Friendly reminder: Our TUESDAY Fresh Xpress events now take place at Tanger 2, offering easier access and plenty of parking.

Join us for our next Fresh Xpress event:

📅Tuesday, June 23
⌚10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
📍Tanger 2 (Near the Uniform Outlet)
🥕1414 Fording Island Road

🆓Free & Open to All ♻️ Reusable bags encouraged

Our programs are our people. ❤️Behind every conversation, class, workshop, or connection is someone who deeply believes ...
06/18/2026

Our programs are our people. ❤️

Behind every conversation, class, workshop, or connection is someone who deeply believes in people.

Our education team provides far more than instruction.

They are the encouragers.

The coaches.

The cheerleaders.

The steady foundation that helps neighbors believe in what's possible.

This week, our summer classes officially began at the new Hardeeville Education & Resource Center, and the response has been incredible.

Enrollment has tripled compared to this time last summer.

To us, those numbers represent far more than full classrooms...

They represent neighbors choosing hope, investing in themselves, and taking meaningful steps toward brighter futures.

And those opportunities are made possible by a community that believes every neighbor deserves a path forward. Thank you for opening the doors and paving the paths. ❤️

UPCOMING HOLIDAY HOURS ALERT: Self Help (Bluffton, Hardeeville, and Hilton Head) will be closed on Friday, June 19, in o...
06/17/2026

UPCOMING HOLIDAY HOURS ALERT: Self Help (Bluffton, Hardeeville, and Hilton Head) will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observation of Juneteenth.

Sometimes opportunity starts with a single page.If you're looking for a job, exploring a career change, re-entering the ...
06/16/2026

Sometimes opportunity starts with a single page.

If you're looking for a job, exploring a career change, re-entering the workforce, or simply want to be prepared when opportunity knocks, join us for a FREE Resume Workshop.

You'll learn how to create or improve a resume that clearly communicates your strengths, skills, and experience, helping employers see the value you bring.

📅 June 24
🕧 12:30 p.m.
📍 39 Sheridan Park Circle | Bluffton

Bring your questions (and your resume if you have one). We'll help with the rest.

📧 RSVP: [email protected]

One of the most important things we've learned over the years is that helping doesn't always mean having every answer ou...
06/15/2026

One of the most important things we've learned over the years is that helping doesn't always mean having every answer ourselves.

Some challenges require unique expertise. Others call for multiple organizations working together to meet a need.

That's why compassionate, guided access is such an important part of our work, allowing us to pave pathways for next steps so no one navigates a difficult season alone.

We're deeply grateful for those who answer the call to bridge the gaps, making it possible for more neighbors to access the support they need when they need it most. 💖

(civil legal assistance)
(DV support, counseling, advocacy)
Bluffton Jasper Co Volunteers in Medicine (dental & medical care)
Family Promise of Beaufort County (shelter & stabilization)
(hot meals, basic needs, afterschool programs)
(affordable homeownership opportunities)
The Deep Well Project (basic needs and resources - Hilton Head)
(basic needs & short-term assistance - Beaufort Co)
Project Lead-Protect-Provide: Project LPP (second chances & stability)
(mental health education & support)

Food insecurity doesn’t always look like what you think.It can look like:• A full-time job that still doesn’t cover groc...
06/12/2026

Food insecurity doesn’t always look like what you think.

It can look like:

• A full-time job that still doesn’t cover groceries
• A medical bill that resets the entire month
• A family doing everything right and still falling short

The Market exists to help with that gap.

Because sometimes stability starts with something simple.

👉 https://blufftonselfhelp.org/get-help/the-market/

Some people walk into a room and instantly make it feel more welcoming. 🪄We're looking for volunteers just like that as ...
06/11/2026

Some people walk into a room and instantly make it feel more welcoming. 🪄

We're looking for volunteers just like that as we prepare to open a new community resource space on Hilton Head Island in partnership with Deep Well Project.

Interested in learning more? Attend our information session on June 17, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. RSVP to [email protected].

Address

39 Sheridan Park Cir, Ste 10
Bluffton, SC
29910

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18437578000

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