THE POWER OF ONE.
Front Porch Housing began with one woman who needed a place to live. Finding safe and affordable housing was critical to her recovery, and she reached out hoping for help. One woman quickly became ten, then fifty, and we discovered an ever growing group of individuals who didn’t just need a home. They needed a supportive community, a tribe of people to come alongside them on their journey to a restored life.
Our three-year housing program is specifically designed to meet people right where they are, and, through a host of partnerships, connect them to the resources they need to grow. But it’s the stories, the relationships, that spark the fire of change. One volunteer can impact one resident. One resident can impact a family. One family can impact a circle, and one circle—an entire community.
It’s an honor for me to watch this process, and I’d like to invite you to join us.
What can your one do?
Lee Anne Cavin, Board Chair and Executive Director
WHY FRONT PORCH HOUSING?
In 2017, a growing number of individuals at Grace Church were graduating from care ministries without a safe and reliable place to live. Housing was an essential piece to escaping toxic and abusive environments, but they faced an uphill battle of barriers in finding affordable options.
When Front Porch Housing’s program began, it quickly became clear a covenant community, one that supported and valued each individual, was key to the growth process.
Through a variety of resources and partnerships, our housing program supports healthy living for each individual who walks through our doors with goals of continued sobriety, gainful employment, financial independence, and spiritual maturity.
OUR COMMUNITY
400+ RESIDENTS
As Front Porch Housing continues to grow, so do needs and opportunities. Below are the numbers of real people and organizations in our community that need our help.
400+ RESIDENTS
20 PARTNERS H I PS
400+ RESIDENTS
22 STAFF
400+ RESIDENTS
20 PARTNERS H I PS
20 PARTNERS H I PS
22 STAFF
22 STAFF
20 PARTNERS H I PS
46,000
GREENVILLE HOUSEHOLDS ARE COST-BURDENED*
46,000
46,000
GREENVILLE HOUSEHOLDS ARE COST-BURDENED*
22 STAFF
GREENVILLE HOUSEHOLDS ARE COST-BURDENED*
*pay more than 30% of their income for rent and utilities
STORY MAKES A DIFFERENCE
When residents step inside our doors, they’re often in crisis. Wherever they’ve been, whatever their story, our goal is to make room for them where they are, creating a safe space to feel valuable, loved, and supported.
Ashley Cheek came to Front Porch Housing in June of 2019 with a newborn daughter and a long struggle with drugs and alcohol. At FPH she discovered care through recovery programs, counseling, and medical services, but it was the supportive relationships she built that changed her life.
“It was unbelievable the love and support that they were giving to a complete stranger. It was a type of love I didn’t think was possible from another human being. It pointed me straight to Christ.”
— Ashley Cheek
WORDS FROM OUR RESIDENTS
“Front Porch Housing has given me hope again and the ability to feel like I’m independent. It feels more than just a home, it feels like community.”
— Single Mom
“A beautiful and diverse community created by the hands of God.”
— Male Overcomer Graduate
“It’s an amazing place to live with very supportive staff and resources to help you grow in every area of life: health, finances, employment, parenting and relationships. This community feels like a large family.”
— Single Mom
COMMUNITY
Change starts with one, but we’ve found lasting growth happens when communities join together in care. Through a range of services, partnerships, and connections, our goal is to create supportive networks for individuals and families that will extend far beyond their time at FPH:
City Center Counseling, DSS, David’s Table, Mosaic, Overcomers, Renewal, Serenity Place, Homes of Hope, Jump Start, Jasmine Road, YMCA of Greenville, Self-Help Credit Union, Anger Management of the Upstate, Ember Medical, Palmetto Proactive, Greenville Literacy Association, Goodwill, United Ministries, Mill Village Ministries, Triple P Parenting and various faith communities.
WHAT’S YOUR ONE?
Front Porch Housing isn’t just a place to live, it’s where life happens. So whatever your life looks like—whether you’re a painter, budgeter, teacher, organizer, or coach—come put your gifts and abilities into play.
One-time, weekly, individual, and group serving opportunities are available. Currently we have a significant need for mentors, childcare workers, and maintenance volunteers.
Contact info@frontporchhousing.org for more information on how you can help.
HOW TO GIVE
At FPH, one gift is more than a drop in the bucket. It’s a chance for you to join our story, and there are countless ways for you to be a part. Give today!
Monthly Donors
Consider a recurring gift
Gift Cards
Donate unused cards for cash
Wish List
Support specific FPH projects or Amazon needs
Medical Needs Support resident wellness and critical health
Donate Vehicles
Help our residents with transportation needs
For different ways to donate, visit FrontPorchHousing.org/GIVE
*We are unable to pickup donations of large furniture items at this time. Please consider our wish list or contact us for more information.
1433 CLEVELAND ST, GREENVILLE, SC 29607 | 864.283.0865 FrontPorchHousing.org
