Who We Are
Community First began in 2003 with a group of people dedicated to providing for the needs of those who are not able to provide for themselves in Beaufort and Jasper Counties. On April 6, 2006, Community First received tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) status. We formed a board of directors; there are five directors at the present time, and we are looking for additional dedicated board members.
Building on Hillary Clinton’s book title, “It Takes a Village” (to raise a child), we believe children need a caring community to help shape them into responsible young adults. A family’s first resource is the community. Using a philosophy of neighbor helping neighbor, we hope to promote a sense of belonging and a pride in being a member of a nurturing community. After family, it’s Community First.
In February, Community First opened a new office at 1215 May River Road in Bluffton, South Carolina. With the help of community members and volunteers, the building and grounds are ready for occupancy. Donations of good-condition toys, office furniture and equipment, landscaping, kitchen equipment, and school and/or office supplies would be greatly appreciated. Those interested in volunteering services or just curious about the program are welcome to drop by and introduce themselves.
Community First began in 2003 with a group of people dedicated to providing for the needs of those who are not able to provide for themselves in Beaufort and Jasper Counties. On April 6, 2006, Community First received tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) status. We formed a board of directors; there are five directors at the present time, and we are looking for additional dedicated board members.
Building on Hillary Clinton’s book title, “It Takes a Village” (to raise a child), we believe children need a caring community to help shape them into responsible young adults. A family’s first resource is the community. Using a philosophy of neighbor helping neighbor, we hope to promote a sense of belonging and a pride in being a member of a nurturing community. After family, it’s Community First.
In February, Community First opened a new office at 1215 May River Road in Bluffton, South Carolina. With the help of community members and volunteers, the building and grounds are ready for occupancy. Donations of good-condition toys, office furniture and equipment, landscaping, kitchen equipment, and school and/or office supplies would be greatly appreciated. Those interested in volunteering services or just curious about the program are welcome to drop by and introduce themselves.
Contact
Community First
1215 May River Road
Bluffton, SC 29910
Main Office Tel: (843) 706-9580
Executive Director
Pearla Harvey
Tel: (843) 298-0026
Email: CommunityFirst@hargray.com
Fax: (843) 706-9580
GED Instructor: Susan Gordon
Tutoring Coordinator: Shirley Kinlaw
Tel: (843) 706-9580
Mailing Address:
PO BOX 1096
Hardeeville SC 29927
Community First
1215 May River Road
Bluffton, SC 29910
Main Office Tel: (843) 706-9580
Executive Director
Pearla Harvey
Tel: (843) 298-0026
Email: CommunityFirst@hargray.com
Fax: (843) 706-9580
GED Instructor: Susan Gordon
Tutoring Coordinator: Shirley Kinlaw
Tel: (843) 706-9580
Mailing Address:
PO BOX 1096
Hardeeville SC 29927
