Where Community Meets CelebrationHost your next event at the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC) in West Columbia, South Carolina. Our campus offers versatile spaces for gatherings of all sizes—from small meetings to large celebrations.BLEC is the perfect venue for:Wedding receptionsFamily reunionsBirthday
Read MoreThe SHIELD ProgramA 12-Week Faith-Based Program Empowering Sustainable Health in Communities of Color.What is the SHIELD Program?A holistic approach to diabetes prevention grounded in faith, culture, and community.The SHIELD (Spiritual Health Initiative for Eliminating and Lowering Diabetes) Program is a
Read MoreBrookland-LakeviewCommunity Development InstituteCommunity Development Institute (CDI) provides a project management and grants administration to nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, colleges and universities and other entities. This includes planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure successful completion within budget and time constraints,
Read MoreProject SAFE: Streets Are for EveryoneFunded by the South Carolina Department of Public SafetySouth Carolina Ranks 4th in the Nation for Pedestrian FatalitiesEvery year, too many lives are lost on the streets of West Columbia, Cayce, and Columbia. Project SAFE
Read MoreWeCo-Cayce Food Policy CoalitionJoin our mission to combat food insecurity and enhance food equity in the West Columbia-Cayce area. Our goal is to ensure that every neighborhood has access to nutritious and affordable food, by eliminating food deserts and improving
Read MoreWE CARE 2: Clothing and More BankOur WE CARE 2 program is dedicated to providing essential clothing and other necessities to those in need. Our aim is to distribute over 10,000 items each year to low and moderate-income families and
Read MoreMental Health Awareness Training InitiativeLearn to Support Mental Wellness in Our CommunityEmpower yourself with the essential skills to support mental health through our Mental Health First Aid Training Initiative. This program offers comprehensive training to identify, understand, and respond to
Read MoreSeimer Institute: Two-Generation Approach Helping FamiliesThrough our Helping Families program, BLEC offers crucial support to those affected by housing instability, enhancing family welfare through comprehensive services. We focus on eviction prevention, mediation, and long-term case management to ensure every family achieves
Read MoreFarmers’ Market and Local Food PromotionJoin us in strengthening food security! We partner with local farmers to offer roadside produce stands and monthly farmers markets, providing communities with access to affordable, healthy, and organic foods. Our initiative extends beyond food
Read MoreCommunity Food Table ProgramJoin us in nurturing our community! This initiative focuses on offering fresh produce and essential groceries directly to families, enhancing food security and promoting healthy living across our community. If we didn't have the food that the
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