The Red Bird Foundation was born from a journey of profound loss and a commitment to ensuring no other family walks the path of addiction alone.
A family is built through years of togetherness. Growing up means sharing the same roof, the same holidays, the same routines, and the same love that shapes who each person becomes.
Growing up means sharing the same roof, the same holidays, the same routines, and the same love that shapes who each person becomes. It is laughter at the table, patience during hard seasons, pride in one another’s milestones, and the comfort of knowing you belong. Through everything life brings, the heart of a family is that lasting bond, love that holds steady, even when the world changes.
Our foundation’s story began in 2015 with the passing of my brother Christopher, followed by the loss of my brother Charlie in 2018. Both were taken far too soon by the opioid epidemic. In the wake of these tragedies, we chose to turn our grief into a lifeline for others, founding this organization in 2018 to honor the lives of those we lost and the lives of all those still fighting.
Also in 2018, I earned my Associate Degree in Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling from Trident Technical College, strengthening our family’s commitment to helping others find hope, healing, and lasting recovery. What began as a family mission has grown into a trusted source of help for neighbors across the Lowcountry and nationwide.
For years, Red Bird has organized major seasonal events that meet real needs with real care. From essential supplies and emergency assistance to hands-on outreach, these efforts have helped thousands of individuals and families facing hardship, homelessness, and crisis.
Red Bird’s work is personal and practical. We answer calls and messages from people who do not know where else to turn. We meet people where they are, on the phone, in person, and out in the community. We drive throughout the region to deliver help directly, because when someone is in crisis, time and access matter.