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!
#straightupblessed