Stories of Transformation

For years, Heath knew what it meant to be a father—but addiction kept him from truly being one. After losing his job in 2017, Heath’s life began to unravel. What started as something he thought he had control over, quickly became something he couldn't make it through the day without. Opioids took control over his life. “I honestly thought I never would be able to get off of them.” Years of addiction cost Heath more than his career and stability. It ended his marriage, damaged

A 14-year-old was killed just around the corner from where Selena and her children were living — and she knew she couldn't wait for things to get better. This is her story of leaving everything behind and finding a new life at Toby's Place.

We spend our lives helping those in need—but we never expect it to be ourselves who need help one day. Valerie's stable, purpose-driven life took an unexpected turn, leading her to Toby's Place. Her story is a powerful reminder that hardship doesn't discriminate—and that restoration is possible, no matter who you are.

Starting July 20, Oliver Gospel Thrift is expanding its hours to Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., making it easier than ever to shop and donate. Every purchase helps fund shelter, recovery, and job-readiness programs for neighbors in the Midlands.

When Fantashia first arrived at Toby’s Place, she carried the weight of grief, uncertainty, and a mother’s deep determination to protect her children. What she found was more than shelter. She found faith, a sense of community, and a renewed purpose. A Difficult Beginning Originally from Sumter County, Fantashia describes her hometown as a place where “it’s really survival of the fittest.” Resources were limited, and violence was something she constantly tried to shield her c

When Davonda first stepped through the doors of Oliver Gospel, she didn’t understand why she was there. Confused and resistant, she...

At the July Monthly Men’s Center Celebration, where Oliver Gospel recognizes achieving goals, small and large, Josh shared with everyone...

Marra overcame addiction, homelessness, and a miscarriage on her journey toward life transformation. Now, her faith is stronger than ever.

The project marked the first time in over 40 years that renovations were completed on the Oliver Gospel Men’s Center roof.

For Dillon, overcoming homelessness was life or death. Through faith and hard work, he now can give back to the Mission in a big way.

As part of Oliver Gospel's holistic approach to care, mental health treatment is provided to all long-term guests in our programs.

Dr. Marlo Brayboy will serve as the Mission’s Interim Executive Director while the search for a replacement is conducted.

Aubrey became homeless at an early age. Oliver Gospel gave her the opportunity she needed to turn her life around.

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus, we're counting down the days by showing the ways your gifts are changing lives right here in

Rupert was struggling to survive on a cold Christmas Eve. A stranger's act of kindness changed his life forever.