The Helen P. Deas Community Food Program (HPD-CFP), operated by the Go Get Your You Foundation, is a comprehensive, community-centered initiative dedicated to addressing food insecurity, poverty, and limited access to critical resources in Horry County, South Carolina. Named in honor of Helen P. Deas, a community servant who established a food pantry at her church and cared for children and families in need, the program continues her legacy by combining food access with wraparound support services, workforce development, cultural programming, and educational opportunities.
Located at 605 Broadway Street in Myrtle Beach, the HPD-CFP will serve as a permanent community hub three days per week. The facility will function not only as a food distribution site, but as a gateway to holistic support for families, veterans, seniors, and single parents who are struggling to meet their daily needs.
Core Offerings
Food Distribution: Weekly access to fresh produce, pantry staples, and hot meals prepared on-site.
Veteran Outreach: Targeted support for veterans, with emphasis on minority women, single parents, and those at risk of homelessness.
Elderly Support: Senior-focused programming including safe dining events, nutrition support, and food delivery options to reduce isolation.
Client Registration & Critical Needs Resources: Registration intake to track and support households, with direct connections to housing, healthcare, utilities assistance, and employment resources.
Educational Programming: Nutrition workshops, cooking classes, and herbal wellness education that empowers families to adopt healthier lifestyles and manage limited budgets.
Community Gathering Space: A safe, accessible environment for meetings, support groups, and cultural exchange.
Wraparound Services
HPD-CFP goes beyond food distribution by providing wraparound services that address the root causes of poverty and food insecurity:
Rental Management Program: Guidance for renters to understand lease agreements, avoid eviction, and gain access to emergency rental assistance.
Small Business Consulting: Free workshops and consulting for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially veterans and single parents, to start microbusinesses, food services, or other ventures.
Job Readiness & Workforce Development: Connections to training opportunities and certifications such as ServSafe, helping participants secure employment in food service and hospitality.
Technology Integration
To streamline access, the program will launch an integrated mobile app that allows clients to:
Register for services and track appointments.
Reserve spots for food distribution or classes.
Access resource directories for housing, healthcare, and financial support.
Stay connected through alerts about emergency food distribution, disaster response, or special programming.
This technology-forward approach ensures that families can engage with the program in real time, reducing barriers to access and increasing efficiency for staff and volunteers.
Community Partnerships & Events
The Helen P. Deas Community Food Program will actively build partnerships with local organizations, schools, farmers, and businesses to expand its impact. We plan to partner with licensed local caterers to assist with homeless food outreach, ensuring safe, professional food handling while also supporting small businesses in the region.
In addition, the 605 Broadway Street facility will serve as a venue for annual community events that celebrate culture, history, and service, including:
Juneteenth Festival – honoring Gullah Geechee heritage and African American resilience through food, music, and education.
Veterans Day Celebration – recognizing and supporting local veterans through meals, outreach, and community recognition.
By establishing the facility as a permanent home for these events, HPD-CFP strengthens community bonds and creates an enduring platform for education, cultural pride, and service recognition.
Impact Goals
Serve over 1,000 households annually, providing consistent food access and wraparound support.
Conduct 500+ client registrations annually, linking families and veterans with critical needs resources.
Provide 50+ workshops each year in nutrition, herbal wellness, rental management, and small business development.
Deliver targeted support for seniors and veterans, ensuring vulnerable groups remain a central priority.
Employ and retain staff from the local community, with a preference for hiring veterans and single parents, ensuring long-term sustainability.
Community Benefit
The Helen P. Deas Community Food Program will not only alleviate hunger but also address systemic barriers that keep families in cycles of poverty. By blending food access, rental management, business consulting, workforce development, technology integration, and cultural programming, the program ensures that every participant receives the tools, knowledge, and support to move toward long-term stability.
Investing in HPD-CFP means strengthening the health, resilience, and cultural pride of the Myrtle Beach and Conway communities, while honoring a legacy of love and service that began with Helen P. Deas.
