East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) provides safety net services to our low income neighbors, while empowering them to create a better future for themselves, their families, and our communities. ECCO provides emergency assistance for food, clothing, household furnishings, and financial needs. ECCO also serves low-income residents with access to free health and dental care, prescription drug assistance, education, job preparedness, and counseling. All programs and services strive to guide clients toward self-sufficiency. ECCO's ministry of "Helping Neighbors Help Themselves" attempts to improve the quality of life in our community in a compassionate way that respects the dignity and worth of every person.
Program names and associated costs are listed for the top programs as reported on the charity's most recently filed Form 990. The top programs displayed will include the largest three programs, or those programs covering at least 60% of the charity's total expenses, whichever comes first.
Program Name
Amount Spent
% of Program Expenses
Food and Clothing Distribution
$1,407,250
89.3%
Dental Clinic
$168,146
10.7%
Ratings History East Cooper Community Outreach has received 2 consecutive 4-star ratings from Charity Navigator.
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East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) provides safety net services to our low income neighbors, while empowering them to create a better future for themselves, their families, and our communities. ECCO provides emergency assistance for food, clothing, household furnishings, and financial needs. ECCO also serves low-income residents with access to free health and dental care, prescription drug assistance, education, job preparedness, and counseling. All programs and services strive to guide clients toward self-sufficiency. ECCO's ministry of "Helping Neighbors Help Themselves" attempts to improve the quality of life in our community in a compassionate way that respects the dignity and worth of every person.
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