For many children going into the foster care system, finding a stable, loving home can feel like an impossible dream. Lowcountry Orphan Relief is to provide support services and aid to meet the needs of Lowcountry children in South Carolina, who are identified by a LOR supported agency as suffering from abuse, abandonment and neglect. All children are creatures of God who have intrinsic value and who represent the future of the nation. LOR believes that all children should be treated with respect and that their sense of self-esteem should be nurtured by providing them with the basic necessities of life.
The Journey Begins
Lowcountry Orphan Relief, Inc. (LOR) was founded by Lynn Young, inspired by her work as a Guardian Ad Litem in the South Carolina court system, where she advocated for the rights of abused and abandoned children. The South Carolina court system often took weeks to process cases, leaving children in uncertain circumstances without basic necessities such as clothing, toiletries, and school supplies. Witnessing firsthand the dire situations these children faced, Lynn was moved to create an organization that would help restore their dignity, self-esteem, and sense of hope.
In 2003, Lynn established Lowcountry Orphan Relief from her home, which later expanded to a storage facility as the organization grew. LOR officially became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2007, serving children throughout the Lowcountry. In 2013, LOR further expanded its operations by building a two-story Distribution Center to manage and process the growing inventory of essential items provided in care kits.
The Impact of Community
A cornerstone of LOR’s efforts is the Care Kit program. When children are removed from unsafe homes, they often arrive at new placements with only the clothes they are wearing. LOR assembles personalized Care Kits, which includes clothing, toiletries, school supplies, and other necessities tailored to each child's needs. These kits are distributed through schools, social services, and foster care systems, ensuring that children receive essential items during challenging transitions.
In 2015, LOR launched the Just in Case Closet program. These emergency supply closets, located in Title One schools across the Lowcountry, provide immediate access to clothing and essentials. By offering these resources directly in schools and community centers, LOR helps children focus on their education and well-being without worrying about basic needs.
How You Can Help
Every child deserves to be protected, loved, and nurtured. At LOR, we continue to work hard to ensure foster children can have brighter futures.
Become a Volunteer: Your time and care can make a world of difference. Whether you help at events, mentor children, or support foster families, we welcome your involvement.
Donate: Your contributions allow us to provide educational support, counseling, and life-changing resources to children and families in need.
Spread the Word: Share LOR stories with your friends and family. Raising awareness about foster care and LOR’s mission is key to creating lasting change.
Final Thoughts
Join us at LOR in making a difference—one child, one family at a time.
If you are prepared to offer assistance, you can either donate by clicking below or find out how you can volunteer with LOR. You can also participate in collection drives to support the essential needs of children. Every little effort contributes to bringing hope to children in need.