Greer Shelter to Empower People
The Greer, SC Shelter to Empower People (STEP) program is devoted to being a sanctuary for the homeless, including individuals, families and veterans, in our community. We are committed to delivering comprehensive support through transitional housing, dedicated case management, financial literacy training, life skills education, and spiritual guidance. Our mission is to empower individuals and families, fostering resilience and self-sufficiency, enabling them to reconstruct their lives and attain independence. We believe in nurturing hope, dignity, and a sense of community, striving to make a transformative and lasting impact on the lives we touch.
The philosophy of STEP (Shelter to Empower People) is that participants in a 2 year program are accountable for their own goals, choices, and progress. The goal of STEP is that participants “graduate” with a sustainable job, a safe and affordable place to live, a “mental model” of their future life, and a spiritual hope that will sustain them going forward.
Meet Our Director
Beth Roberts - Director of STEP
I was born and raised in Greer, graduating from Greer High School in 1974. I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of South Carolina in 1978 and have 60 hours of graduate training in statistics and research design at USC, as well as 60 hours of graduate work in rehabilitation and mental health counseling from the University of South Florida. My husband and I resided in St. Petersburg, Florida after we married and I spent 26 years working for Goodwill Industries-Suncoast, Inc., providing services to persons with all types of disabilities and disadvantages, with the majority of my years in rehabilitation management. I also provided extensive training in all aspects of rehabilitation and mental health services, reasonable accommodations, ADA compliance for persons with disabilities and behavior analysis, within the Goodwill umbrella of employees and with a state-wide training company.
I was married for 30 years and sadly lost my husband in early 2018. We have 2 children; Lindsay and Mike. Lindsay relocated to South Carolina and she and her 2 young children live with me in my childhood home. Mike still resides in Florida with his wife and 2 children. I have been the Director of the STEP program, which includes the STEP apartments and 5 Tiny Homes, since January of 2018.
How Can You Help?
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VOLUNTEER AS A PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR OR MENTOR
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VOLUNTEER TO WATCH YOUNG CHILDREN DURING CLASSES
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ADOPT AN APARTMENT OR TINY HOME FOR NEEDED ITEMS
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YARD BEAUTIFICATION
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PAINTING APARTMENTS
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DEEP CLEANING BEFORE NEW RESIDENTS MOVE IN
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DEEP CLEANING THE MEETING ROOM/OFFICE
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PRESSURE WASHING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
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TEACH MEAL PLANNING, BASIC FIRST AID & CPR, TUTORING
Partner With Us
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If you are an organization interested in doing good works, here are ways you can get involved with the Greer STEP!
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Sponsorships: Elevate your organization’s or business’s influence by becoming a sponsor for our events or outreach programs, creating a ripple effect of positive change.
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Matching Gifts: Amplify your contribution to Greer STEP by employing matching gifts, thereby doubling your influence and support for those in need.
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Corporate Volunteerism & Employee Giving: Enable your organization to pool its skills and generosity by adopting an apartment or family through our program, fostering a collective spirit of giving and volunteerism.
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In-Kind Goods and Services: Extend your organization’s specialized services or donate home furnishings, appliances, essentials, and other excess inventory to directly impact the lives of those we serve.
If you have questions about the program, want to schedule a donation or are interested in applying for services, please contact Beth Roberts at 864-334-5265 or email info@greerstep.org.
Top Needs of STEP & Tiny Homes
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BATH TOWEL SETS & MATS
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LYSOL SPRAY AND WIPES
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LAUNDRY DETERGENT
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PAPER TOWELS/TOILET PAPER
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WOMENS BODY WASH
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WOMENS DEODORANT