Madeline Griffis

The world is experiencing a global housing crisis. About 1.6 billion people live in substandard housing and 100 million are homeless. In the United Sates alone, 95 million people, one third of the nation, have housing problems including payments not in proportion with their income, overcrowding, poor quality shelter and homelessness.

Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to providing decent, affordable homes for those in need. Habitat for Humanity has shown that building homes does more than put a roof over someone’s head. In clean, decent, stable housing:

-         Families can provide stability for their children.

-         A family’s sense of dignity and pride grow.

-         Health, physical safety, and security improve

-         Educational and job prospects increase.

Sea Island Habitat for Humanity is located on Johns Island, SC. In the 1970s two islands were developed on the end of Johns Island. As a result of the development of the area, the prices of homes and land on and around Johns Island has increased dramatically, making affordable housing a rarity. We have built over 265 homes on and around Johns Island in an effort to eliminate poverty housing. 

Global Village is Habitat for Humanity’s international volunteer program. Teams travel to over 40 countries to work alongside communities, build housing solutions, and experience local culture. Our goal is to change the lives of the people we serve, as well as the lives of the volunteers.

To join a team or learn more, visit www.habitat.org/gv.

About Habitat for Humanity International 

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 1,300 communities throughout the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitat.org.