Bridges of Hope

08/21/2026

🌈 At Shannon’s Hope Camp, there is no “right” way to grieve. 💙

Camp is a place where youth can express their grief in their own way, at their own pace, and through the things that feel right to them.

Sometimes grief comes out through words. Sometimes it comes through art, music, movement, play, writing, talking, creating—or simply spending time with someone who understands. 🖌️🎶🎨💬🌊

🏕️ Shannon’s Hope Camp is a FREE overnight grief camp for children and teens ages 7–17. Campers get to connect with others who have experienced loss while having space to simply be kids, make memories, and discover healthy ways to cope.

✨ Registration is OPEN, and spaces will fill quickly!
If you know a child or teen who could benefit from this experience, get your registration in now!

💙 No matter how they choose to express it, there is room for their grief here.

https://bridgesofhope.my.site.com/steppingstones/s/camp-registration

08/20/2026

We’re so excited to welcome another group of first-year Master’s students in Child Life from the College of Charleston! 💙

Our long-standing partnership with CofC provides future child life professionals with meaningful, hands-on opportunities to learn while making a real difference in the lives of grieving children and families.

Claire, our Program Coordinator, recently had the opportunity to meet with this year’s students and share more about the many ways they can get involved—from supporting our school-based grief support groups and Shannon’s Hope Camp to volunteering at family programs, community events, and so much more.

There’s something incredibly special about watching future professionals learn through real experiences alongside the children and families we serve. These students bring fresh energy, compassion, and a willingness to learn—and in return, they gain experiences that can shape the professionals they become.

We are so thankful for this partnership and for the incredible opportunity it creates for both the future professionals and the grieving youth we serve. 💙

Here’s to another year of learning, growing, and supporting kids through grief—together! 🌊🩵

08/20/2026

Behind every grief support group is a lot of preparation—and we couldn’t do it without our community! 💙

This back-to-school season, we were so grateful to welcome host DD2 Social Workers to Bridges of Hope for a morning of service, connection, and collaboration.

This school year, we’re preparing to provide Sand Dollar Club to 400 grieving students.

The DD2 social workers rolled up their sleeves and helped us:

🧵 Cut felt for memory pillows
🎲 Create coping skills bingo cards
🖍️ Sort markers
🧴 Refill glue
📦 Prepare materials that will soon be in the hands of grieving students

We were also joined by interns and an alumni parent, making the day a true community effort.

We’re especially grateful for Dorchester School District Two increased investment in school social work, creating more opportunities for students to receive support. Many DD2 social workers facilitate grief groups themselves—and their commitment makes a tremendous difference.

When we work together, more grieving kids get the support they deserve.

Thank you for helping us prepare for another year of making sure grieving students feel **safe, supported, and heard.** 💙

Read More:

https://www.bridgessc.org/when-community-comes-together-grieving-students-feel-the-difference/

08/14/2026

Bridges of Hope is partnering with tash*theyogini for the September 27th Rising Rhythm Yoga series 🧘‍♀️More details below on this community give back event in gorgeous Brittlebank Park 🌅

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rising-rhythm-yoga-registration-1997634806481?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/12/2026

We're excited to share your 2025–26 Impact Report—a celebration of what you made possible.

Because of your generosity, hundreds of grieving children, teens, and families found hope, healing, and connection this year. Together, we expanded our programs, reached more schools and families than ever before, and continued ensuring that no child has to grieve alone.

As you read through the report, we hope you'll take a moment to celebrate your impact. From inspiring stories like the Kumar sisters' journey to the milestones we've achieved together, every page reflects the compassion of this incredible community.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for being the heart of Bridges of Hope. None of this would be possible without you, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership.

https://www.bridgessc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-2026-Impact-Report-1.pdf

08/11/2026

📚✨ Back-to-school is officially taking over everyone’s feed—and we are SO ready! ✨📚

Our team is counting down the days until we can get our Sand Dollar Clubs up and running! We are especially excited about the opportunity to serve Berkeley County and partner with the Berkeley County School District . 💙

On Friday, our team had the opportunity to meet with their school counselors and share more about Bridges of Hope and how we can support grieving students. We brought lots of goodies, a few surprises, and even had an Amazon gift card winner—congratulations, Kathryn Hankes! 🎉

And because every meeting is better with cookies, we also had a special delivery from Cheryl's Cookies and Brownies! 🍪

It was such a wonderful time connecting with their team, and we are incredibly grateful for the warm welcome and the opportunity to partner together to better support our community.

Here’s to a new school year, new partnerships, and making sure no grieving student has to navigate grief alone. 💙🪁

08/11/2026

As students head back to school, it’s important to remember that for children who are grieving, a new school year can bring a mix of emotions. Along with excitement and new beginnings, grief can make changes, routines, and transitions feel especially challenging.

We’re grateful for resources from the National Alliance for Children’s Grief as we prepare to support students, families, and schools this year. Whether a death happened recently or years ago, grief does not follow a timeline, and children may need extra understanding, patience, and support as they settle into a new school year.

As we move into the first weeks of school, let’s work together to create grief-sensitive classrooms and communities where every child feels seen, supported, and connected.

As students head back to the classroom, it is important to consider those who may be grieving this school year. The start of a new school year can bring excitement and new routines, but it can also bring many emotions for children and teens who are grieving.

Whether you are a school professional, caregiver, or someone supporting a child or teen who is grieving, the NACG has free resources available to help you navigate this transition at nacg.org/schools.

07/01/2026

💙 We're Hiring: AmeriCorps Opportunity at Bridges of Hope! 💙

Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference? Bridges of Hope is seeking a full-time National Mental Health Corps AmeriCorps Member to join our team for the 2026–2027 service year!

This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health, community service, and supporting children and families experiencing grief.

✨ As an AmeriCorps Member, you'll:
💙 Support mental health outreach and education
🤝 Build community partnerships
📢 Help coordinate programs and events
📊 Assist with program evaluation and grant reporting
🌱 Grow your professional skills through training and hands-on experience

What you'll receive:
✔️ $21,000 living stipend (paid biweekly)
✔️ $7,395 Education Award upon successful completion
✔️ Professional development and mental health training
✔️ The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the Lowcountry

📅 Service Term: Beginning August 2026

If you—or someone you know—has a heart for service and wants to help expand access to mental health resources, we'd love to hear from you!

👉 All applicants must complete the National Mental Health Corps application. https://health360inc.my.site.com/s/americorps-guest-application

Please like, share, and tag someone who would be a great fit for this opportunity. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community. 💙

06/11/2026

We’re excited to be back at the St. Julian Devine Community Center City of Charleston Recreation this summer!

Over the first two weeks, we’ve been helping kids find words for their big feelings and learn healthy ways to cope with hard times. Through fun, hands-on activities, we’ve explored The Color Monster to learn about emotions, created our own feeling monsters, and discovered the unique “superpowers” that make each child strong and special.

Building resilience, emotional awareness, and coping skills in children is just one of the many ways Bridges of Hope supports kids and families in our community. We are grateful for the opportunity to spend the summer learning, growing, and having fun together!

06/03/2026

⚾ What an amazing night of celebrating our Bridges of Hope Community at the Charleston RiverDogs Game last night! Thank you so much to all who attended! Everywhere we looked there were smiles, laughter, good times, and new memories being made all around 💖

As the Non-Profit of the Night, we were able to raise awareness for Bridges of Hope and highlight the need for grief support in our community. One of our Stepping Stones participants, Oakley, threw an excellent first pitch of the night, supported by one of our amazing volunteer facilitators, Missy.

We are so proud to continue to serve our community, and can't wait for the next event with y'all! 💞