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.
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.
Hank Chardos is On Air with Talk Show Host, KOKO! Check out the interview. Thanks to KOKO, As heard on: 101.3 FM, The Big DM’s “Real Talk”, Saturday at 5:25a, also streaming at www.thebigdm.com 93.5 FM, Q93.5’s “Real Talk” Sunday at 5:45a, also streaming at www.q935.com Fox 102.3’s “Fox Focus” Sunday at 6:25a, also […]
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, […]
