Going Mobile
Request for Funding
Since its inception, the bus has been extremely popular and successful in it's mission; "meeting people where they are". The bus provides syringe exchange, overdose prevention, HIV and HCV testing, and referral to treatment. The problem is, we can only operate it on a limited basis. We are seeking funding that would allow us to operate our mobile unit full-time. If you can help find funding for our bus, please email: help@challengesinc.org.
About Us
Challenges INC. - Harm Reduction Services
Nonprofit, Challenges Inc and Carolina Wellness and Recovery of Powdersville offer syringe exchange and Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) under one roof. With our office location just outside of Greenville, we can now assist those in Easley, Anderson and Spartanburg areas. We also provide mobile harm reduction in other parts of the state. Visit our Locations page to learn more about South Carolina syringe exchange.
At Challenges Inc., our mission is to reduce the damage caused by punitive drug laws so that people who use drugs can live safe, healthy lives in our community.
Services
- Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (buprenorphine)
- naltrexone (Vivitrol)
- The Sinclair Method (TSM)
- opioid, alcohol, and benzo detox
- fentanyl test strips
- syringe exchange (mail, mobile, fixed site, delivery)
- condoms
- HIV and Hep C testing/referral
- Overdose Education & Naloxone Education
- community syringe pick-ups
- harm reduction training
- treatment resources/advocacy
Our Story
In 2017 we saw a need for harm reduction services in South Carolina, as there was no access to sterile using supplies at that time. With rising rates of HIV and Hep C in SC, we scraped up some supplies and decided to bring these services to those in need. And just like that, we effectively created the first syringe exchange in the state.
We believe in using compassion as the number one engagement tool and seek to continue expanding these services across South Carolina. Follow us on social media to find us in the community and stay up to date on harm reduction in South Carolina.
Keep our wheels turning!
Your support enables us to continue carrying out this life saving work.
Community Partners
Our bus needs gas!
Our new mobile unit is up and running, thanks to the Phoenix Center. This allows us to reach even more people than before, but it comes at a cost. Your help is needed so that we can continue to hit the streets!