Helping children and families strive higher.
Strive High Academy strengthens children, families and communities through meaningful programs, supportive resources, educational opportunities and uplifting community experiences.
Every child deserves encouragement, opportunity and a strong support system.Strive High Academy
Children, families and our community
We create programs and experiences that bring people together and help our community thrive.
Strive High Academy is a nonprofit serving the Charleston area of South Carolina. Our work is built around what children and families in the Lowcountry actually need: encouragement, opportunity and a support system that holds.
That takes shape in three ways right now. Love Lives On brings grief support, connection and hope to children who have lost a parent. The Pet Mission places a pet with a grieving child and carries the cost for a full year. Pawsh Ever After is our signature community fundraiser, bringing the Lowcountry together to fund the work.
More programs, resources and events are being developed and announced through the year.
Three ways we show up
Love Lives On
Grief support, connection and hope for children who have lost a parent. A place where a child can be around others who understand, express what they are carrying, and be reminded that they are seen, supported and never alone.
The Pet Mission
We place a pet with a child who has lost a parent, and we cover the adoption, the supplies, the food and the veterinary care for a full year. The family never receives a bill. In partnership with Youngpreneur Academy.
Pawsh Ever After
The Charleston Puppy Prom. A family friendly community fundraiser bringing together families, pet lovers, local businesses, community organizations and their four legged companions. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are open now.
Presence
We stay past the casseroles. Grief does not end when the attention does.
Dignity
No family fills out a hardship essay to be helped. We ask what is needed and we bring it.
Joy
Grieving children are still children. They get parties, pink carpets and celebrations too.
Follow through
We would rather promise less and deliver all of it.
Four ways in
Know a family who needs us?
Counselors, teachers, pastors, funeral directors and family members can all reach out about a child. There is no cost to the family.