To be a beacon of light and guidance that helps every vulnerable neighbor in our community find their way.
The North Strand Community Home exists to provide emergency and transitional shelter for vulnerable neighbors, helping them regain independence to re-enter the community. We serve families with children, Veterans, and individuals.
Our mission is to develop a neighborhood that empowers our vulnerable neighbors by providing access to affordable, transitional housing, educational resources and life skills through a supportive community. View the slide deck and reach out to us with ideas or how you might join us in this vision.
The Compass offers vital support to families with children, ensuring they have access to food and safe shelter during difficult times.
We provide veterans with nutritious meals and housing, honoring their service by aiding their transition.
The Compass assists individuals in need, offering food and shelter to help them regain stability and rebuild their lives.
At The Compass our funds are primarily allocated to providing essential services like shelter, food, and clothing to our residents. We also invest in counseling and support programs, along with facility maintenance. Your support fuels our mission to combat homelessness and empower individuals to create better futures.
In 2009, the founders of North Strand Housing Shelter felt compelled to explore possible opportunities to assist the significant number of under-served individuals in the Grand Strand areas of Horry County. Many of these were residing in sub-standard housing or were homeless, possibly living in their cars. In response, they initiated a coordinated effort of faith-based and community assistance to address the homeless in the North Strand.
This led to planning for the first over-night shelter in this area of Horry County.
Through the support of private donations, in 2010, they were able to acquire a house (which became North Strand Housing Shelter) on Route 9 in a centralized location between Longs and Little River. The house was in disrepair but through community help they were able to make repairs and open the doors. Contributions and fundraising activities helped with the initial start-up costs to open and operate the shelter. The North Strand Housing Shelter (NSHS) began housing guests in December, 2010.
Join The Compass to provide food and shelter to those in need. Your compassion makes a real difference. Volunteer today and offer hope to those facing hardship.
Michael Bolch (CEO)
Dana Black (President, Executive Director)
Anne Parker (Secretary/ Treasurer)
Ron Bogle – Director
Ed Horton – Director
Bruce Lynch – Director
Sarah Thomas – Director
Pam Schorr – Director
Your donations provide essential food and shelter to those in need. Support The Compass today.
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