MARCH 2022

Habitat Happenings How we're building a brighter future for local families!

Spring has sprung in Charleston...and boy don't we have the layers of pollen and itchy eyes to prove it! Despite our allergies, we begin spending more time outside. We're now building our next two homes on Redwood Street in North Charleston for Sara and Latoya. We hope you'll join us for some sunshine and hammering as we change the lives of these families! Read on to learn more about what's coming up at Charleston Habitat for Humanity!

Support Our Mission

Women (Build) Helping Women This month's Women Build was another success! We were joined by groups from Charleston County, Charlestowne Hotels, Charleston Police Dept., City of Charleston, City of North Charleston, Ingevity, Ladies of Philoptochos of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Laura's Weekday Warriors, MUSC EM Women, Rockwell Construction, Samet Corp, The Matchstick Group and Whiting-Turner. Roughly 150 volunteers who dedicated nearly 500 hours over 5 days installing fencing, digging and prepping the lot for Sara's foundation. This year's Women Build was sponsored by Ingevity and Rockwell Construction LLC. Their support as Strength Builders will help transform the lives of Sara and her 4 children and Latoya and her 7 children for years to come!

Future homeowners Sara and Latoya even came out to build throughout the week! Watch the highlight reel (above) from the week and join us in celebrating the strong women that are working to build a better Charleston!

Volunteer With Us

Join Our Team of Affordable Housing Heroes! Looking to make a real difference and impact in our community? Want to work with an amazing group of professionals and an inspiring team? We're seeking individuals to become a part of our impactful organization, focused on creating affordable housing opportunities in the greater Charleston area! We're currently searching for three full-time positions: Director of Development, Construction Carpenter, and ReStore Driver. The Director of Development is responsible for the development of all strategies to grow the base of philanthropic support and implement the activities of the Annual Fund and Planned Giving Program. The Development Director sets the organization's strategic fundraising activities to achieve its revenue goals through the solicitation of individual, corporate and foundation support and grants. This position also builds and manages brand identity and all aspects of marketing communication to raise awareness of the organization and its programs.

The Construction Carpenter is responsible for leading volunteers and completing construction duties on the worksite under the guidance of the Construction Manager. The Construction Carpenter oversees all construction site tasks for Charleston Habitat, utilizing staff, AmeriCorps members, volunteer labor/Crew Leaders and materials to produce quality homes in a safe, affordable manner. The ReStore Truck Driver collects donations of gently used furniture, appliances, household goods and construction materials for resale in the thrift store at 731 Meeting Street.

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Builder Bash - Thursday, April 28th

The 7th Annual Builder Bash is a party for a purpose! The event will be held Thursday, April 28, 2022 at The Cedar Room in Downtown Charleston. This year's Presenting Sponsor, US Brick, is a local, family-owned brick manufacturer with plants throughout Southeast, including Columbia, SC. US Brick manufactures environmentally-friendly brick products that provide exceptional energy efficiency, durability, and recyclability for both residential and commercial projects. Visit their new office and show room at The Cigar Factory (701 East Bay Street)! Thank you to our friends at US Brick for their commitment to making safe, affordable housing a reality for low income families! Each year, Builder Bash raises funds to eliminate substandard housing throughout the Charleston region. Tickets are $150. You are invited to enjoy a fun-filled evening of bites, beverages, silent and live auctions, and entertainment at the only party in Charleston where guests can wear Carhartt and Chanel in the same ensemble! CLICK HERE for more info.

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