**Breaking News: Dawn Staley Invests \$3.6M to Shelter Homeless Youth in South Carolina**
South Carolina Women’s Basketball Head Coach Dawn Staley is making headlines again—this time off the court. Staley has invested \$3.6 million of her own money to transform a historic Charleston residence into a state-of-the-art shelter for homeless youth in South Carolina.
The initiative comes in response to a recent report revealing a troubling surge in youth homelessness across the state. Moved by the stories of displaced teens and families struggling to find safe housing, Staley took decisive action. “These kids deserve more than a statistic—they deserve hope, support, and a chance,” she said in a press release.
The facility, expected to open later this year, will offer emergency housing, counseling services, educational support, and job training. It will also feature a mentorship program where former athletes and professionals volunteer to guide the shelter’s youth.
Known for leading her team to national championships, Staley’s latest move reflects her deep commitment to community and social justice. Local leaders have praised her for stepping up where public resources have fallen short.
“This isn’t charity,” Staley emphasized. “This is about investing in the future of South Carolina—ou
r future.”
