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| 100 Houses and Still Building |
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Early in the morning volunteers helped raise the walls on Bay-Waveland Habitat's 100th house.
“These first 100 homes should be a sign to the people of Hancock County; we’re here to stay,” said Wendy McDonald, Executive Director of HFH Bay-Waveland.
“Come and help us build the next 100!” Since 2006, nearly 3,000 volunteers from around the country have partnered with families to build simple, attractive, affordable coastal homes.
Approximately 275 people in Hancock County live in Habitat homes.
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Through its office, staff, land and houses more than $14 million dollars has been invested in Hancock County through Habitat for Humanity. And yet, this investment is not in the form of handouts or giveaways. “Gulf Coast families don’t need a hand-out, they need a hand-up,” explains Wendy McDonald, HFH Bay-Waveland’s executive director. “And that’s exactly what the Habitat model provides.”
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 New Habitat homeowner Jahna Landry helps build her new home
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"Each of our homeowners must invest hundreds of hours of ‘sweat equity,’ helping to build their home and the homes of others. They also have a mortgage and must make regular monthly payments."
"What makes our homes affordable are the selfless efforts of thousands of volunteers and the generous donations and grants we’ve received from our sponsors and friends."
Working on the house are 30 volunteers from Habitat for Humanity Paterson, New Jersey. For many, this is their third trip to help rebuild Hancock County.
"We are deeply grateful for HFH Paterson's partnership with us," said Wendy McDonald. "It's friends like them that have made our 100 houses possible."
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| On Friday, February 20th volunteers, families, staff and friends will gather together at 12:00 noon for a picnic and dedication of the house in Bayside Park. |
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