SC Thrive

SNAP RELIEF UPDATE: SC DSS will automatically reissue 55% of your September SNAP if you live in one of the 28 following counties: Abbeville  Aiken  Allendale  Anderson  Bamberg  Barnwell  Calhoun  Cherokee  Chester  Colleton  Edgefield  Fairfield  Greenville Greenwood  Hampton  Jasper  Laurens  Lexington  McCormick  Newberry  Oconee  Orangeburg  Pickens  Richland  Saluda  Spartanburg  Union  York  The benefits will be issued before or on Tuesday, October 15. If you live in a county that is not listed, you can request replacement benefits from SC DSS! Make sure to submit your Affidavit of Loss (DSS Form 1634B) by October 26. You can download the form from dss.sc.gov, fill it out, and submit it to your local county office. Don't forget to include verification of the outage—examples are available on the DSS website.

We're excited to support Allen University, Columbia College, and USC in helping students access SNAP and healthcare resources. Looking forward to the positive impact this partnership will have!

The Food Nutrition Service has approved the SC DSS waiver to replace food lost due to Hurricane Helene. SNAP households must submit an Affidavit of Loss (DSS Form 1634B) by October 26. Download the form at dss.sc.gov, complete it, and submit it to your local county office. Verification of the outage is required—examples can be found on the DSS website.

Are you ready to compete in SC Thrive's Paddle Battle? Join us for a pickleball tournament fundraiser to support SC Thrive! Enjoy friendly competition while making a difference in our community. Stick around for the awards ceremony, complete with food and drinks. See you on the court! Learn more: scthrive.org/paddlebattle

Recovering from Hurricane Helene? Help is available! From housing assistance to financial aid, resources are here to support your family as you rebuild. Don’t navigate recovery alone—apply for the assistance you need today! Financial assistance for temporary housing, home repairs, low-cost loans, and more: https://lnkd.in/ewDx2hkz Support for individuals and business owners who sustained losses: disasterassistance.gov/ Federal funding for emergency work for state and tribal governments, local governments, and nonprofits: https://lnkd.in/eJTejRVE Cost-shared funding for projects to mitigate future disaster risks for state agencies, local governments, and nonprofits: https://lnkd.in/e_XiJWkh

We often do not get an opportunity to step back and reflect on the work we do. That’s why it was a pleasure to receive this comment after a Mental Health First Aid training. Thank you New Zion RMUE Church for your kind words and for investing in mental health!

To truly understand SC Thrive, you need to meet our people. Chief Community Relations Officer, Richard E. Moses, has been with us for over thirteen years and plays a crucial role in building strong relationships with partners across the state!

We are thrilled to honor this year's incredible award recipients for their dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to uplifting South Carolina communities. Each of these award winners have gone above and beyond to make a lasting impact on the lives of those around them. Their work truly embodies the spirit of #ThriveTogether, and we are grateful for their tireless efforts to help create stronger, healthier, and more connected communities. Please join us in congratulating these fantastic leaders and thanking them for their inspiring contributions! Excellence in Service - Little River Medical Center New Partner of the Year - Christ Central Ministries New Ellenton Regional Partner of the Year, Coastal - Fetter Health Care Network Regional Partner of the Year, Midlands - HopeHealth, Inc. Regional Partner of the Year, Upstate - AccessHealth Spartanburg Heart of the Region, Coastal - Bobbie Grooms, Marlboro County Library Heart of the Region, Midlands - Valerie Layne, Life Empowerment Community Outreach Heart of the Region, Upstate - Ashley Weyer & Kristina Sutherly, Abbeville County Library

We’re excited to see our story about SC Thrive Week featured on Patch.com! Check it out and learn more about how we’re working to empower South Carolinians with the resources they need to thrive. #ThriveTogether Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eeSpx8tu