The Charleston Fisher House

Keeping Veteran families together while they heal.

Free lodging, meals, and support for Veteran families during medical care in Charleston.

Why It Matters

When a Veteran comes to Charleston for medical care, their family should be close by.

The Fisher House gives their family a home away from home, minutes from the hospital, at no cost. So no Veteran faces treatment alone, and nothing stands in their way of being together when it matters most.

8YRS

Years Open, Always Free

8,453

Families Served

$5.46M

Saved by Families

Lodging

A private suite with your own bed and bath. Five-star comfort, completely free.

Meals

Volunteer-cooked dinners, and groceries on us: a fridge and pantry that are never empty.

Transportation

A short walk, or a free ride to and from every appointment, whenever a family needs one.

Community

Staff, volunteers, and other families walking the same road. Nobody stays here alone.

See how the house works

Family Stories

Real stories from families who stayed close to care.

Featured Story

The Truett Family · Army

The Fishers are just such angels. To have the foresight that they did to start this is just so remarkable. This is something that I hope people don’t need, but when they do need it, there is nothing better.

Rebecca Truett

Her husband served 22 years as an Army aviator. When his lymphoma treatment meant 30 days of daily appointments at MUSC — 2.5 hours from home — the Fisher House became their lifeline.

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Guest Reflections

“In the midst of our storm, we could never have imagined the peace we found here. Within these walls, there is peace to breathe, think, relax, pray, and heal. It’s more than a home away from home—it’s a place where a community comes together to help heal the minds, bodies, and souls of Veterans and their families in need.”

The house runs on people who care.

We receive no federal funding. Every meal cooked, every ride given, and every pillow on every bed comes from neighbors like you.

Make the Biggest Impact

Give a family the gift of being together.

Your gift helps provide meals, essentials, transportation, and lodging support for Veteran families receiving care in Charleston.

Ways to Give

Volunteer your time.

Most volunteers support families by preparing meals at the House. We also welcome companies, civic groups, and teams for hands-on service projects throughout the year.

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Attend an event.

Join us throughout the year for community events that raise critical support for Veteran families staying in Charleston.

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Calendar

Upcoming Events

Aug

2026

Featured Event

Fisher House Freedom Ride

A scenic, police-escorted motorcycle ride through the Lowcountry — ending in a celebration at Over the Horizon Brewing, all in support of Veteran families staying at the Charleston Fisher House.

Event details