What is the Indigo Hope Neighborhood Impact Center
The Indigo Hope Neighborhood Impact Center is the new home of Greer Relief. Serving as a central location for families in need, the NIC offers access to various community resources designed to improve the quality of life for residents of Greenville and Spartanburg counties.
Located at 113C Berry Avenue in Greer, the NIC houses all of Greer Relief’s essential services, including:
- Food Assistance
- Financial Assistance
- VITA Tax Assistance
- RENEW
The Indigo Hope Neighborhood Impact Center is also Greer’s home of the following services:
- The Alston Wilkes Society
- The Department of Public Health Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC)
- Greer Free Medical Clinic
- SC Works
- It Does Take a Village
- The Forrester Center
Read on for more information on each of these services. Or reach out to Greer Relief at (864) 848-5355. You can also find Greer Relief on the web at www.greerrelief.org.
Greer Relief’s Essential Services
Our mission at Greer Relief is to empower neighbors in need to become thriving community members. We accomplish this by providing a range of essential services to eliminate poverty and break down barriers to success.
Food Assistance
Greer Relief’s Food Assistance program is open to Greer, Taylors, Duncan, Lyman, Wellford, and Startex residents. Eligible residents within these zip codes can visit the Food Choice Pantry as often as once every three months to shop for free food and hygiene products for their families.
Our Choice Food Pantry is open Monday through Friday from 9 to 11 AM and Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 1:30 to 4 p.m.
Financial Assistance
To access financial aid, participants are required to complete an Assistance Application and provide all relevant documentation.
Financial assistance is available as often as once every 12 months and is open to Greer, Taylors, Duncan, Lyman, Wellford, and Startex residents. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 11 AM and Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 1:30 PM to 4 PM. We will accept any completed applications during our regular service hours.
VITA Tax Assistance
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free tax preparation services to households with incomes of $60,000 or less.
Our certified volunteers undergo training to offer complimentary assistance in completing and electronically filing basic tax returns. Greer Relief operates the VITA program annually from February to April 15th (or the tax filing deadline). Appointments can be scheduled with our VITA volunteers beginning in late January by calling 2-1-1.
RENEW
Reaching Every Neighbor Every Way (RENEW) is an education, enrichment, and life skills program designed to improve the quality of life and nutrition of our neighbors in need. Our RENEW classes help neighbors learn and develop skills that will set them on a path of healthy living and productivity. RENEW courses cover topics such as Financial Wellness, Job Skills, and Healthy Living.
The program is open to all residents of Greenville and Spartanburg counties. Our current class calendar is available on the RENEW website.
Participants earn RENEW Rewards, valued at $10 based on Greer’s living wage, which can be traded for items in the RENEW Shoppe. Adjacent to the Choice Food Pantry, The Shoppe offers clothing and household items our neighbors need to create a safe and stable home life.
Other Programs at the NIC
Alston Wilkes Society
The Alston Wilkes Society (AWS) is a South Carolina nonprofit organization that provides those most at risk with hope for a brighter future. We provide supportive services to Veterans and their families, individuals with justice system involvement, and at-risk youth and adults in our community.
For more information, contact:
- Alison K. Dixon, BSW
- SSVF Case Manager
- Office: (864)345-1299
- Cell: (803) 216-4501
- Email: adixon@aws1962.org
- www.alstonwilkessociety.org
Department of Public Health: Women, Infants, and Children Program
The Department of Public Health (DPH) Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC) promotes nutrition and well-being among South Carolina families. Qualified participants receive various invaluable services, including health education, nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, and more, all at no cost.
Located at the NIC, the Greer WIC office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. For Greer customer service, call 864-334-3498. For general appointment information, call 855-472-3432. You can also visit them online at https://dph.sc.gov/.
Greer Free Medical Clinic
The Greer Free Medical Clinic provides essential care for adults in need and vital services to individuals with low or no income and no insurance. The clinic’s dedicated team ensures that everyone in the community has access to the medical care they deserve. The clinic is currently open every Tuesday between noon and 7 PM. For more information, call the clinic at (864) 848-5355 ext. 5.
SC Works
In collaboration with the Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), SC Works Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program offers comprehensive support to job seekers. They provide career counseling, job referrals, skills testing, and training programs.
Neighbors requiring additional assistance with unemployment services can visit the Greenville or Spartanburg SC Works offices. The Greenville office also offers resume and job search assistance.
SC Works WIOA program increases individuals with disabilities’ access to high-quality workforce services to prepare them for competitive integrated employment. It requires better employer engagement and promotes physical and programmatic accessibility to employment and training services for individuals with disabilities. Youth with disabilities receive extensive pre-employment transition services to obtain and retain competitive integrated employment.
The NIC office of SC Works is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Contact the office by phone at (864) 848-5355 ext. 6 or visit the website at https://scworks.org.
It Does Take a Village
It Does Take a Village uses the power of community support to uplift families and nurture children’s growth and development. The organization’s comprehensive services include:
- Parenting Classes
- Life Coaching
- Case Management
Navigating the complexities of parenthood and family life can be challenging. The dedicated team at It Does Take a Village provides guidance, support, and advocacy to help neighbors overcome obstacles and thrive. For more information, call (864) 334-3525
The Forrester Center
The Forrester Center is dedicated to fostering wellness and improving the quality of life for individuals and families through comprehensive behavioral health services. The compassionate team of professionals is committed to providing evidence-based treatment, support, and education to those facing mental health and substance use challenges.
They offer programs tailored to meet the community’s unique needs, ensuring accessible and effective care for all.
The Forrester Center is open Monday through Wednesday from 9 to 7 PM and Friday from 9 to 3 PM. Every Thursday from 12 to 1 PM, they hold FAVOR Upstate all-recovery meetings to support those in all types of recovery.
You can call 864-308-8159 or visit https://theforrestercenter.org for more information.
The Neighborhood Impact Center’s Impact
As the hub for social and community services, the NIC is crucial in supporting low-income families in Greenville and Spartanburg counties. By providing access to essential services, we equip families with the resources and skills they need to thrive and grow in the community. This underscores the NIC’s significant impact on the community.
Visit www.greerrelief.org to help support Greer Relief’s mission or schedule a tour of the Neighborhood Impact Center.