THE FAQS

1. What makes The Banks different?

The Banks provides two weeks of concentrated respite, education, and support while eliminating traditional obstacles. It also equips survivors with essential knowledge and tools they can utilize indefinitely to tackle challenges, resistance, and discouragement. We do this through in-house services and engaging community partners. This campus is for people in search of peace, solutions for how they feel, and an opportunity to move forward.

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2. How can I donate?

Donations can be made through direct deposit, our website, checks and cash donations, Venmo, estate planning, gifts of real estate, PayPal Giving Fund, charitable remainder trusts (CRT), charitable lead trusts, retirement gift plans, life insurance gifts, matching corporate donations, or stock donations.

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3. Are there naming and memorial opportunities for donors?

Yes, there are! Donors can choose from various naming options based on their giving level. From buildings to bricks, each opportunity is a chance to showcase your investment in our community. More information about those options can be found at thebanksus.org.

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4. Do you provide scholarships or financial aid for individuals who want to attend, but cannot afford some or all of the cost?

We know the cost of these life-changing services is significant and some cannot afford it. Scholarship availability and frequency will be contingent upon the amount of funding on hand. Donors can choose investment impact areas, including the funding of scholarships which will reduce or even eliminate an individual’s out-of-pocket expenses.

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5. Will insurance be accepted at The Banks?

Yes! Our counselors and medical staff plan to file with guests’ insurance companies to help offset costs. This work will require a full-time Clinical Care Coordinator.

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6. How many students can The Banks serve a year?

The Banks can serve 350 guests a year and thousands of families, community members, and professionals each year.

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7. Are guests allowed visitors during their stay?

Yes, specific times will be allotted for guests with approved visitors.

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8. How many people will work at the Banks?

The Banks will employ approximately 48 qualified, compassionate individuals.

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9. Where will The Banks be located?

The Banks will be located in the Midlands of South Carolina. Our committed executive team as well as the developers, architects, and designers we’ve chosen are all located in South Carolina.

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10. Can I tour the facilities?

Once the land is acquired, opportunities for touring will be open to potential investors, community partners, and leaders.

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11. Does The Banks have plans to expand in the future?

Future plans include additional guest lodging at our South Carolina location, as well as expansion of The Banks concept to strategic locations throughout the United States.

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12. Since The Banks is a faith-based organization, do guests need to be religious or have a certain faith to attend?

No. While The Banks is a Christian organization, we welcome guests from all backgrounds, experiences, and beliefs.

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13. Will The Banks remain involved in guests’ lives after they leave?

The Banks believes in fostering long-term sustainable change. Therefore, towards the end of each guest’s stay, we will help facilitate the reintroduction process as they prepare to go home. This individualized process will equip guests with the necessary language to explain where they have been and where they are headed. Also, guests will be given a customized and preapproved care plan that could include legal, clinical, pastoral, and other support recommended by The Banks care team.

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14. Who are The Banks counselors?

The Banks counselors are licensed, accredited, and experienced Christian counselors and therapists. They all possess either a master’s degree or a doctorate degree in their field and have been qualified and certified by their state’s professional board.

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15. What is the cost per day for guests?

Guests’ cost per day is $1,428.

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16. How long will each guest stay at The Banks?

Residents will receive comprehensive on-campus services for two weeks (14 days).

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17. After two weeks, how long will The Banks keep in contact with a former guest?

The Banks will remain involved in each guest's life after they leave the campus through the re-introduction process and through individualized follow-up.

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18. How do you know this works?

Decades of experience have shown us the downfalls experienced by survivors when gaping holes in understanding and support exist during the second stage of care. The Banks is a fully resourced response center that fills those gaps and ensures efficacy. SASS Go has been filling these gaps for years and will now do it at The Banks.

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19. What is your intake process?

The Banks Care Team will conduct a comprehensive evaluation to determine readiness for each resident in these areas: physical, medical, psychiatric, psychological, emotional, social/familial, occupational, and spiritual. Individuals with pressing mental health or substance abuse needs will be referred to the appropriate community partners for treatment.

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20. What are the ages of guests?

Guests must be at least 18 years of age when they arrive at The Banks.

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21. Are there volunteer opportunities?

There will be plenty of volunteer opportunities both once The Banks is open and before.

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22. Why is The Banks seeking an endowment and angel donors?

The Banks is seeking these in order to cover overhead/salaries so that 100% of donations can go to services.

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23. How do you plan to ensure the safety of guests at The Banks?

The safety and well-being of our guests are of the highest priority. Every detail of the building and the people in it are carefully chosen for purpose, protection, and performance. The Banks campus is under constant surveillance and equipped with the latest protective technology.