free pregnancy test, free confidential help
OPEN TUES - FRI, 9 TO 5.
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.
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 […]
Birthright Interns from the USC School of Nursing hosted our spring baby shower on Sunday, April 11, 2021. The Covid-friendly drive-through event welcomed over forty moms-to-be, who were “showered” with gifts, prizes, food, and fellowship. Below are some photos of the event.
