Rachel Kennon

In the Navy, the Seabees have a legendary motto: “Can Do.” It’s a spirit of ingenuity, hard work, and never leaving a job unfinished. Recently, that “Can Do” spirit was on full display in Horry County, but it wasn’t on a military base. It was in the driveway of a Navy veteran and retired police […]

For Wilisha Johnson, faith is not just a word — it is her lived experience. Wilisha is the proud mother of two daughters, Averie and Peyton, and works as a Certified Medical Assistant at Waccamaw Dermatology, where she cares for others with compassion and steady strength. But long before becoming a Faith Build family, her

From a young age, Jamya knew she wanted to be a homeowner. While many people her age were still figuring out their next steps, Jamya held onto a quiet but determined goal: to create a place of her own—one rooted in safety, independence, and possibility. Before applying to Habitat for Humanity of Horry County’s Homebuyer

Community members invited to shop, connect, and support affordable homeownership On March 12, the Habitat for Humanity of Horry County ReStore Night Market returns — this time at our North Myrtle Beach ReStore location — bringing together shopping, creativity, music, and community impact in one unforgettable evening. An Evening of Creativity and Community A highlight

At Habitat for Humanity of Horry County, Women Build is more than a construction project. It’s a movement rooted in empowerment, collaboration, and the belief that everyone deserves a safe, stable place to call home. Through Women Build, women across our community step into leadership, serve with intention, and help create lasting change for families

Habitat for Humanity of Horry County is proud to announce it has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Publix Super Market Charities to support the construction of two new single-family homes in Conway, South Carolina. The homes are located in Owens Creek, Habitat’s newest subdivision focused on expanding access to safe, affordable homeownership in Horry County. The $100,000 grant from Publix Super Market Charities will directly support the construction

Habitat for Humanity of Horry County is proud to announce the successful completion of our End of Year Campaign, raising more than $50,000 to support affordable housing, critical home repairs, and financial education programs throughout our community. A special thank you goes to Anderson Brothers Bank, who once again served as our End of Year

As a single Mom, Ayanna decided to apply for the homebuyer program to provide a stable and secure home for her and her children, Adrian, Amir, and Braylen. She currently lives in Conway and works with Atlantic Urology and Horry County Schools (Ability Beyond Barriers) as an on-call PRN/relief Staff Member. To Ayanna, homeownership will

Myrtle Beach, SC – Habitat of Horry County and Bank of America celebrated another year of their longstanding partnership with a volunteer build day. Bank of America teammates rolled up their sleeves painting, drywalling, and doing finishing work inside a new construction home at 185 Hamilton Way in Conway, SC. The construction work capped off

This holiday season, the Logan family — Roger, Laura, and their two young boys, Caleb and Ethan — will finally celebrate in a home that is safe, stable, and truly theirs.   Before they partnered with Habitat, the Logans were living in a mobile home that was falling apart. The floors were rotting through, and they

We are thrilled to announce the dedication of a new Habitat for Humanity home for Rachel Pertelle and her three children! This joyous occasion marks the second Habitat home in the burgeoning Owen’s Creek neighborhood in Conway, SC, and is a powerful testament to community and partnership. What is Women Build? The Power of the

We’re celebrating a major milestone on our build site in beautiful Conway, South Carolina! The walls are up, the roof is on, and a critical element of the home is being installed: the flooring. This excitement is all thanks to an incredible partnership with a local business, Flooring Coverings International, and their profound commitment to

Building More Than Homes: A Community Collaboration in BTW At Habitat for Humanity of Horry County, our mission goes far beyond building homes. We are committed to building community and hope. Through our Neighborhood Revitalization efforts, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside residents and community partners to create lasting, meaningful change. Recently, a project

We all want our neighbors to thrive, to feel secure, to have a haven where their families can grow. But sometimes, the overwhelming challenges of affordable housing can make those dreams feel out of reach, leaving many of us wondering, “What can I possibly do?” The truth is, right here in our backyard, far too

The power of women coming together can transform communities. This March, Habitat for Humanity of Horry County kicks off its highly anticipated Women Build 2025, uniting women from all walks of life to create lasting change through affordable housing. More Than Construction Women Build isn’t just about swinging hammers – it’s a movement that empowers

This winter break, a group of passionate Alfred State College students spent their holiday making a difference in the Myrtle Beach community. Partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Horry County, these students contributed their time and energy to rehabilitate a home for a future homeowner, Toni.  Their work focused on repairing siding and landscaping, which

Emily, Sara, and Ben laugh and squeal as they chase each other on the land that will hold their new home. They are currently living in a camper with their mom who is working hard to purchase a safe home for her children. A little girl with bouncing, blond curls dances and waves to our

Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Sara McDaniel brought her strong sense of community and philanthropy to Myrtle Beach nearly six years ago. As the eldest of four siblings, Sara was raised in a Christian household where faith was not just a belief, but a practice demonstrated through daily actions. From a young age, she witnessed her

Hey there! Welcome back! This is our 3rd and final blog post in our planned giving blog series. If you missed the first and second posts, make sure you check those out.   We have covered a lot of really great information and options for planned giving. The final piece of information we wanted to