Let's make Charleston the healthiest city in the Southeast!
Let's make Charleston the healthiest city in the Southeast
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Alleviating Food Insecurity: Lowcountry Food Bank

Access the Lowcountry Food Bank website for help and ways to combat food insecurity.

When You Eat

Grilled Fish Tacos

Quick and easy fish tacos combine simple ingredients for a flavor-packed meal.

Featured Event

April

03

2025 Cooper River Bridge Run Expo: Day 1

Pick up your race day packet and race shirt with your race bib, event info. and exciting free sponsor gifts.Up to 200 Vendor booths with free giveaways, wonderful athletic apparel, and nutrition info and fitness demonstrations. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

John J. Tecklenburg, Mayor of Charleston, SC

A Message From our Mayor

Welcome to Lighten Up Charleston!

The health of each of our residents is essential to the quality of life of our city and region. As Augusten Burroughs once said, “When you have your health, you have everything. When you do not have your health, nothing else matters at all.”

I want to congratulate you on taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re on this website because you want to lose weight, find a group to exercise with or learn healthy recipes, you will find many community resources to help you reach your goal. Together, we can Lighten Up!

William Cogswell, Mayor