free pregnancy test, free confidential help
OPEN MONDAY 9AM to 3PM
TUES - FRI 8:30 to 4:3Opm
For emergency assistance, call 800-550-4900.
Our focus is on positive and loving alternatives to abortion because we believe that, “It is the right of every pregnant woman to give birth, and the right of every child to be born.” We work with and through local agencies, ministries, churches, and individuals who can help achieve our objectives.
Birthright began in Toronto, Canada, in 1968, when Louise Summerhill, a busy wife and mother of seven children, felt something should be done to help women facing unplanned pregnancies. Twelve years later, in 1980, Hank and Sally Chardos opened the Columbia SC chapter, now one of about 250 locations served by Birthright International.
We offer friendship and caring, non-judgmental support to anyone facing an unplanned or problem pregnancy. Assistance includes free and confidential pregnancy tests, maternity and baby clothes, and information and referrals for medical, financial, education, and housing needs. All are available to anyone regardless of age, race, creed, or marital status.
See information about other classes HERE.
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The uninsulated western wall of this beautiful old home occupied by Birthright of Columbia had suffered decades of direct sun exposure and was in dire need of insulation and new siding. Contractor Chad Hewett (cmhewett23@yahoo.com) came to the rescue with professional installation of insulation, new siding, priming and painting, all at a fair and reasonable […]
The Birthright of Columbia Board of Directors announces the hiring of Mrs. Terry Hodaly as Birthright of Columbia Executive Director. She will succeed Hank Chardos, the 1980 founder, with his wife, Sally Chardos, of this chapter of Birthright International. Hank will retire effective March 31, 2021. Terry is a lifelong resident of Columbia, married to Tawfiq, […]
About fifty volunteers showed up today to finish up some work at 1316 Richland St and move furnishings and supplies from Gregg St. to Richland St. I was absent due to illness so don’t have any action photos, but if any participants send some to me, I will add them to the post. It was […]
Hank had an opportunity to speak at the USC Service, Learning and Community Breakfast. Here is what he said:
