Your generosity helps provide shelter, meals, counseling, job training, and critical resources for men working to rebuild their lives. When you give to The Haven, you become part of someone's journey toward independence and lasting change.
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Every contribution—big or small—helps provide essential services like shelter, meals, counseling, and job support to men working hard to change their lives. Your gift allows us to meet urgent needs with compassion and consistency.
Whether you donate once or give regularly, your support brings stability, dignity, and hope to those who need it most. Together, we can create real, lasting change in our community—one life at a time.
At The Haven, every dollar goes toward real change—from keeping the lights on and the beds made to offering case management, transportation, and recovery support. We also gladly accept in-kind donations like toiletries, socks, coats, and household supplies that help meet daily needs with dignity.
Be part of changing lives through a simple, meaningful gift. Your tax-deductible donation helps provide shelter, meals, counseling, and the tools our guests need to move from homelessness to independence.
Food is a constant need at The Haven. We welcome individually packaged, non-perishable items like peanut butter, cereal, milk, snacks, and lunch items. Drop-offs accepted at our office.
Help restore dignity with essential items. We need toiletries, underwear, socks, backpacks, cleaning supplies, towels, and more. Every donation meets a daily need for our guests.
Join us in serving men on their journey to stability. From meals to mentorship, your time and talents make a lasting impact.
When you give to The Haven—whether financially, through meals, supplies, or volunteer service—you’re doing more than meeting a need. You’re sending a message to our men: “You matter. We believe in you.” Together, we can break the cycle of homelessness in our community.
If you’re ready to make a real difference in someone’s life, The Haven is ready for your support. Whether you choose to donate funds, provide meals, give supplies, or volunteer your time, every act of generosity helps a man take the next step toward stability and independence. Call us at (803) 328-1143 or visit us in person to learn how you can contribute. Your gift doesn’t just meet a need—it gives hope, restores dignity, and helps break the cycle of homelessness.
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Here’s everything you need to know to get started with The Haven—simple, supportive, and built to help you succeed.
To be eligible, individuals must: Be male and 18 years or older Be able to work full-time Pass a drug screening Undergo a Level 1 background check and sex offender registry check Demonstrate a genuine desire to overcome homelessness and live a sober, productive life Each applicant will complete a form and may be invited for an interview to assess motivation and readiness.
We’re committed to long-term change, not short-term fixes. That’s why we only accept men who are truly motivated to leave homelessness behind. Residents are expected to: Maintain sobriety Follow house rules Participate in services Take responsibility for their progress This structure creates accountability and drives successful outcomes.
We welcome volunteers! To get started: Contact us directly to learn about current needs Attend an orientation (if required for your role) Let us know your interests and skills Complete any necessary background checks Schedule your volunteer time From serving meals to offering job skills support, volunteers are vital to our mission.
Real stories from real people whose lives have been changed through support, structure, and second chances. Their words speak to the heart of our mission.
After entering The Haven, Derrick earned his GED. Derrick has now enrolled in college and is attending York Technical College. He is studying welding and is getting excellent grades. He was also hired by Winthrop University and is working in the cafeteria full time. After leaving The Haven and at his exit interview, Derrick was very thankful and grateful for all the support at The Haven had given to him; he said “all he needed was someone to back him up
I learned so much about what it means to be a man at the Haven. I came into the Haven a shy person with no drive, but today I can say that I am a better man and a well-rounded person. Dwight not only excelled in the Haven program, but with the support and guidance of the Haven staff, Dwight was able to move into his own apartment. The Haven staff pulled together to provide Dwight with furniture and other needed items for his new apartment.
Thanks to the support of the Haven staff and the Executive Director, Andrew graduated his program and received his CDL (Commercial Driving License). Andrew is presently driving Tractor Trailer Trucks with the hopes of owning his own truck in the next couple of years.




















Our mission is to help break the cycle of chronic homelessness by empowering homeless men through igniting hope, demonstrating compassion, providing encouragement, and creating opportunities.
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