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A Salute to Service: Habitat’s Impact on Veteran Home Repairs
Steve & Francine greeted me warmly as I stepped inside their home. The first thing I noticed were their walls lined with family photos. “A wall for each decade,” was how Steve described his wife’s curation of memories. The pictures showed moments full of joy and laughter by a family one could tell spent a

Danielle Lewis Earns Financial Social Worker Certification
At Habitat for Humanity of Horry County, we love to celebrate the achievements of our partner families, our volunteers, and our staff. This week, we are excited to place Danielle Lewis, our Homeowner Services Specialist, in the spotlight and to congratulate her on becoming a Certified Financial Social Worker! About Danielle Danielle was hired by Habitat

Homebuyer Program Applications Open
Full applications for the Habitat Homebuyer Program are now being accepted, as of September 1, 2024. Pre-applications are required and should be submitted for approval to move forward with a full application. Once approved through the pre-application process, applicants can complete the full application (provided by the Homeowner Services Specialist). The deadline to submit full,

Sharon Malone: A Pioneer of Hope and Homes in Horry County
In 1990, a small yet determined group of community members in Horry County came together with a common goal: to provide safe, affordable homes for families in need. Among these pioneers was Sharon Malone, a dedicated volunteer and one of the original board members of what would become Habitat for Humanity of Horry County. Inspired

New Leadership Staff Announced
Habitat for Humanity of Horry County is pleased to announce the hiring of two new leadership positions within the organization. Candace Poole, PHM has joined the Habitat Horry County staff as Director of Programs. Dr. James Wilson has also joined the staff as Human Resources Manager. Candace Poole, a native of Lake View, South Carolina

ReStore Sponsored Home Breaks Ground
Habitat for Humanity of Horry County supporters, volunteers, staff and more gathered recently for the groundbreaking ceremony of Nicole’s new Habitat home. This was the 178th home to break ground and is sponsored by the Habitat for Humanity of Horry County ReStore. Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers. All sales