Fulfilling the Berkeley Habitat Mission

Fulfilling the Habitat for Humanity-Berkeley County mission depends on generous donors and volunteers who commit their time, talent and financial resources to help those in need. We are extremely grateful for those that chose to partner with us and share our enthusiasm and passion for building homes and changing lives.

On January 13th we will celebrate our 34th Home Dedication with Danielle and her family. Without generous donor and volunteer contributions to support our mission, it would be impossible for us to provide affordable homes to families in need that live in our Berkeley County community. We have a lofty goal of building 3 homes and a community center in 2018 and we pray every single day that our budget will allow this to happen. However, building a home is not a cheap endeavor but the return on investment is priceless . We are all familiar with how quickly the $10, $50 and $100 dollars add up month after month as we pay our bills. Now let’s consider how quickly the $1,000, $5,000 and the $10K add up when budgeting for a Habitat home. Here is a short list of expenses (let me stress short list):

Property acquisition  $15,000   Home foundation $15,000

Framing & Lumber  $10,500 Plumbing $ 8,000

Insulation   $ 7,000 HVAC $6,000

A few reasons why we do what we do:

· “Because children who live in homes with leaking roofs, broken windows, rodents, non-functioning heaters or stoves, peeling paint, exposed wiring, or unsafe or unclean environments often experience greater emotional and behavioral problems".

·“Because about 1 in 4 people worldwide live in conditions that harm health, safety, prosperity and opportunities”.

·“We help revitalize neighborhoods. Many local Habitats in the United States partner with residents, community leaders and local groups to revitalize neighborhoods. Sometimes, their efforts include building new homes or doing repairs. In the past three years, local Habitats doing neighborhood revitalization also have participated in more than 7,500 community projects, from renovating community centers to helping build community gardens”. Check out our site and read up on the HOPE Impact Center located in the heart of Moncks Corner.

How can you help?

· Volunteer . We need your time and talent both at a worksite and in our ReStore. Work side by side with others to help create a world where everyone has a decent place to live. The gratification of handing over a key to a new home is off the charts. Come be a part of that experience.

· Financial donation. It’s not cheap to build a home but your financial donation helps tremendously, no matter the amount. Have I mentioned corporate matching gifts yet?

Where can you go to donate?

Check out our website at www.berkeleyhabitat.org to see all of the great things we are doing in our community. Meet our Habitat families and learn about their new home journey. Meet our partner’s and understand how they help us rebuild lives.

Our ask this holiday season is to learn more about our mission and to consider donating in order to help us make a difference. We wish you a Merry Christmas and all the best for a peaceful and joyful New Year!

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