Just Say Something

Frequently Asked Questions

General FAQs

Are my donations tax deductible?

Yes. Just Say Something is a (501) (c) (3) non-profit organization that has applied for and been approved by the IRS for recognition as a tax-exempt organization.

Is Just Say Something an officially registered charity organization?

Yes. As a (501) (c) (3) non-profit organization, Just Say Something is officially registered as a charity organization.

What type of non-monetary donations do you accept?

Due to a lack of non-profit funding, Just Say Something will accept a variety of donations. We would greatly appreciate any new winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves for adults and children if there is a Holiday Coat Drive; any new and unused office supplies for day to day and special event operations; any new and unused art supplies, toys, and household items for incentives for a parenting program; and any new and unused high-end items that would make great auction items.

How do I become a volunteer?

Just Say Something offers various opportunities for clerical support and assistance with community events and activities. If you would like to volunteer, call 864-467-4099 or send an email to info@justsaysomethingsc.org and someone will contact you with more information.

Parenting FAQs

I need to take a parenting class but I don’t know which class I should sign up for. Can you help me?

How old are your children? Did DSS refer you to us? If so, you will need to ask your case worker which class DSS recommends you take.

How do I register to take a parenting class?

To register for the Parenting Wisely, Back In Control, and TransParenting Enrichment Courses, click Programs / Parenting to click the name of the program for which you would like to register. Once on that page, arrow downwards and Click to Register to enter your information and your credit card number and click Submit to pay. It may seem like a lot of information but we need it for our records. Almost immediately you will receive an email confirmation and we will receive a notification to add you to the roster for the next class you requested.

What if I cannot get there by 6:00PM in the evening?

Perhaps your supervisor would allow you to take 15 or 30 minutes off on the one night of the week that you have parenting class so you can get it done? Your case worker may be able to provide you with a letter stating they have mandated that you take the class or maybe we can provide you with a letter verifying you must be present in parenting class by 6:15PM or the door will be locked and you will be counted absent.

Can you tell me about all of your parenting classes?

Just Say Something offers the following Parenting Enrichment Courses:

Parenting Wisely is held once a week on Tuesday evenings from 6-8 PM for five weeks for parents of children ages 0-8. The cost is $60.00 for one parent and $100.00 for a couple.

Back In Control is held once a week on Mondays evenings from 6-8 PM for six weeks for parents of children ages 9-17. The cost is $70.00 for one parent and $120.00 for a couple.

Trans-Parenting is a 4-hour co-parenting class for step-parents; divorcing couples; parents and children who are going through a very stressful, family situation; and blended families. It is held on Saturdays from 9AM - 1PM. The cost is $50.00 for one parent and $90.00 for a couple. You must pay for this class before the class starts or you are not considered registered.

Strengthening Families Program (SFP) is held once a week from 6-8PM for fourteen weeks every four months for parents of children ages 6-11. This program is provided free to eligible families in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties.

Triple P is a one-on-one course which focuses on the specific problems or struggles a parent may be having with a child in order to provide some assistance. There is no set specific date for these classes but the facilitator will call you with more details and to set up an appointment. Currently, it is a free program but it may not remain so.

For more information on any of these parenting classes, click Programs / Parenting to click the name of the program for which you would like more information. For more information on Parenting Wisely and Back In Control for Spanish speaking parents and Triple P, contact Mally Mitchell, Parenting Coordinator, at 864-467-4099 or mally@justsaysomethingsc.org. For more information on Triple P, contact Karen Hyatt, Triple P Coordinator, at 864-4567-4099 or karen@justsaysomethingsc.org.

Can I get a duplicate parenting certificate, I lost mine or it was not sent to me.

You may get another certificate for a $5.00 REPLACEMENT FEE if you provide us with your full name, the name of the parenting class, and the approximate date you took the class with us.

I have to sign up for parenting classes and I can’t pay, who do I talk to?

We advise you to talk to DSS. They may be able to provide you with some financial assistance. If not, we may have some scholarships available on a case-by-case basis, but you will have to speak with the Parenting Director when you begin your class. That is the best time to talk about what it will take to qualify for a payment plan or a reduced fee.

I was told DSS would pay for my class since they are making me take it. Do you take Medicaid or can you bill them?

No, we cannot bill DSS and we do not take Medicaid. If you have your case worker call us or send us a letter stating that DSS will cover the cost of your class, we will accept that with no problem.

Can I attend the cheapest parenting class? I don’t have much money.

Parents should attend the parenting class that DSS recommends they take according to their children’s and family’s needs. If you need help or meet certain criteria, the Parenting Director will speak with you when you begin your class.

I have to take parenting classes, can my boyfriend / mother / friend sit in on the class with me?

If you want your boyfriend/mother/friend to attend class, you will have to pay the fee for couples.

I start parenting classes next week and I do not have a babysitter. Can I bring my child/baby with me to my parenting class?

Just Say Something does not provide childcare. Our office is not child friendly.

I took parenting classes three years ago but DSS wants me to take them again. Do I have to pay again?

I’m sorry but too much time has passed. Yes, you will have to pay again.

I have just signed up for parenting classes. Can you provide me with a letter saying that I am taking parenting classes?

If you have paid your parenting fees, the Parenting Director will provide you with such a letter.

I started parenting classes two weeks ago but I am not going to be able to make it next Monday/Tuesday. Can I just come in sometime next week to make up the class?

If you miss a parenting class, you will have to wait until that particular session comes up in the next cycle in order to make it up.

I need to take parenting classes. Will you sign me up for virtual parenting classes?

No virtual parenting classes are scheduled at this time but we can add you to our waiting list.

I will be late / in the afternoon when I come to the parenting class this Monday / Tuesday / Saturday. Can I bring my dinner / lunch and a drink with me to class?

You can bring a drink and a snack. If you bring food, we would appreciate it if you would try not to make a mess. We would also appreciate it if you would clean up afterwards and take your food trash with you or dispose of it in the trash can in our break room, near the restroom area. Thank you.

I might be thirty minutes late to the next parenting class but that’s okay, right?

Parenting classes are held from 6PM-8PM. Parents are expected to arrive by 6:00PM. On the first night of class, we allow a little more time to arrive but, from then on, parents must be in class by 6PM. The door is locked at 6:15PM.

I am the English-speaking parent of a child between the ages 6-11. How do I register for the Strengthening Families Program (SFP)?

To register for the SFP Program, click Programs / Strengthening Families Program to arrow down the page to (click here to register) in bold, red letters to enter your contact information. If the form is not in English, click the top right corner of the form to choose the English language. For more information, contact Mally Mitchell, SFP Coordinator, at 864-467-4099 or mally@justsaysomethingsc.org. Or Maria Fernanda Hurtado at (864) 216-2981 or maria.fernanda@justsaysomethingsc.org.

How do I register for the Triple P Program?

To register for Triple P, contact Karen Hyatt, Triple P Coordinator, at 864-467-4099 or karen@justsaysomethingsc.org.

FAQs for Spanish-Speaking Parents

I am the Spanish-speaking parent of a child between the ages 6-11. How do I register for the Strengthening Families Program (SFP)?

To register for the SFP Program, click Programs / Strengthening Families Program to arrow down the page to click <HERE> in bold, red letters to enter your contact information. If the form is not in Spanish, click the top right corner of the form to choose the Spanish Language. For more information, contact Mally Mitchell or Alely Ariza, SFP Coordinators, at 864-467-4099 or mally@justsaysomethingsc.org or alely@justsaysomethingsc.org.

I am the Spanish-speaking parent of a child of young children ages 0-8. How do I register for the Parenting Wisely Enrichment Course in Spanish?

To register for Parenting Wisely in Spanish, click Programs / Parenting / Parenting Wisely. Once on that page, arrow downwards to click the Click to Register Button to enter all of your information and your credit card number and click Submit to pay. It may seem like a lot of information but we need it for our records. Almost immediately you will receive an email confirmation and we will receive a notification to add you to the roster for the next class you requested. Or you may contact Mally Mitchell, Parenting Coordinator, at 864-467-4099 or mally@justsaysomethingsc.org.

I am the Spanish-speaking parent of a child of young children ages 8-17. How do I register for the Back In Control Parenting Enrichment Course in Spanish?

To register for Back In Control in Spanish, click Programs / Parenting / Back In Control. Once on that page, arrow downwards to click the Click to Register Button to enter all of your information and your credit card number and click Submit to pay. It may seem like a lot of information but we need it for our records. Almost immediately you will receive an email confirmation and we will receive a notification to add you to the roster for the next class you requested. Or you may contact Mally Mitchell, Parenting Coordinator, at 864-467-4099 or mally@justsaysomethingsc.org.

Youth Impact Sports FAQs

I am the parent of a child aged 6-12, can my child participate in this program?

If your family resides in an apartment complex or homes owned by Reedy Property Group, your child is eligible to participate in this program. However, youth who reside in other areas of Greenville County may also participate but space is limited.

Is there a fee in order for my child to participate in this program?

At this moment in time, there is no charge. However, it may change in the future.

What would I need to do to get my child involved in this program?

The first step would be to contact Stacey Ashmore, Outreach Coordinator / Youth Impact Sports, at 864-467-4099 or stacey@justsaysomethingsc.org. YIS is all about education through sports and the positive impact on youth behavior, so Just Say Something requires that parents complete various permission forms.

Does Youth Impact Sports also provide services for families?

Yes, Just Say Something provides Parenting Enrichment Courses in both English and Spanish. For more information, visit the Parenting section of our website. For information on parenting courses for English-speaking parents, contact Lynn Hooper, Parenting Director, at 864-467-4099 or lynn@justsaysomethingsc.org. For information on parenting courses for Spanish-speaking parents, contact Mally Mitchell or Alely Ariza at 864-467-4099 or mally@justsaysomethingsc.org or alely@justsaysomethingsc.org.

For information, contact Stacey Ashmore, Outreach Coordinator / Youth Impact Sports, at 864-467-4099 or stacey@justsaysomethingsc.org.