Providing Access To Recovery Without the Financial Barriers

Giving Hope To The Hopeless. Change Starts Here.

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Welcome To Step 1 Recovery

Our Mission

Our mission is to fund recovery resources for people in Charleston’s Tri-County area affected by Substance Use Disorder but cannot afford recovery facility options. Additionally, our goal is to raise public awareness about the problem.

  • We work with recovery facilities, government entities, and fellow nonprofits.

  • We facilitate access to care and offer ongoing support for those on their journey to recovery.

  • We receive support from volunteers in the recovery community as well as business partners to carry out our mission.

Voices of Recovery

  • Deanna was a chronic drug and alcohol user who found herself on the streets of North Charleston desperate for help but not sure where to turn. She entered a recovery facility at no cost to herself and has transformed her life as a result. Given the financial assistance, Deanna's sober journey began in 2019 and she now has a stable job and is an amazing single mother. She continues to work tirelessly helping others find the recovery they want but are unable to afford.

  • "To Whom It May Concern...Thanks for saving my life. I feel so at peace here and I'm happy. If it wasn't for y'all giving me a chance by paying the first month rent to get me here, I probably would have been dead. I owe y'all the world." -Eric R.

  • "Dear Step 1, I wanted to reach out and thank all of you for helping to aid my journey to sobriety and Any Length. There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for this opportunity...I am truly grateful and feel blessed to be here. I will pay the gift that you have given me forward by helping the next alcoholic, following rules, and being open, honest and willing with my program. Thank you so much for everything!" -Victoria H.

  • Get Help

    Are you or someone you know ready to start the journey to recovery? Learn about our application process. Hope starts here!

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  • Donate

    Every gift propels our mission. Discover how your donation makes a difference and join us in the fight against substance use disorder.

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  • FAQs

    We’ve compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions we get. Don’t see the answer to your question? Contact us anytime!

    FAQs

  • Board of Directors

    Leadership with Purpose. Our Board of Directors unites vision with action, guiding Step 1 Recovery with unwavering dedication to our cause.

    Meet the Team

  • Volunteering

    Become a volunteer. Join us in making a direct impact with your time. Your dedication supports our commitment to healing and hope.

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  • Events

    Connect and learn at our events. Engage with our community through meaningful events designed to inspire action and support recovery.

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