JONESBORO, GA (December 29, 2024) — Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity joins the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and joins observances around the world to remember his life of service. He and Rosalynn Carter have served as Habitat for Humanity’s most famous volunteers over the 35 years they helped […]
A life of service and impact At Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity, we are fortunate to have had the support of many incredible individuals over the years, but few have left as lasting a legacy as Anne Dunivin. For over two decades, Anne was a dedicated volunteer and member of our Family Selection Committee, helping […]
Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity is proud to announce the groundbreaking of an exciting new development in Historic Downtown Jonesboro, GA! This project marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide families with the opportunity to achieve their dream of homeownership, helping them build stronger, more stable futures. The new development will allow us […]
Girls play house, Women build them! 2024 marked 10 years of Women Build, one of our largest fundraisers, at Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity. Women from all over came together with a common goal: to build safe and affordable homes. Over the course of four incredible days, we experienced fun, fellowship, and the rewarding act […]
We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that federal funding secured by Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock will enable us to complete the homes in our Hannah Springs Community in Lovejoy, GA. This significant support not only underscores the commitment of our leaders to housing initiatives but also paves the way for even more […]
Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity is thrilled to announce the dedication of our 218th home, marking a significant milestone not only for the organization but also for one of our cherished staff members. This dedication is particularly special as the new homeowner is none other than Kiera, our dedicated Volunteer & IT Coordinator. From college […]
Marsha’s Story Marsha Pettigrew is an Army Veteran who is simply “grateful!” Although she experienced a few rough patches along her journey, Marsha didn’t let it deter her from providing for her children. Often times, as a mother of six, she felt as though she was “robbing Peter to pay Paul.” Her dream of becoming […]
The Miller Family prepares to cut the ribbon of their new home standing with Southern Crescent CEO Cynthia Jenkins and Board Members, Jule Segner and Dave Hesterlee. On Tuesday October 3, 2023, Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity celebrated 37 years of building homes and hope in our service communities. What better way to celebrate than […]
At Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity, our mission extends far beyond the construction of homes. It’s about building stronger communities and providing a stable foundation for families to thrive. We proudly celebrate a remarkable achievement – the graduation of several students from various levels of schooling, all of whom are the children of our Habitat […]
“ Around the state of Georgia, many people aren’t familiar with the region known as Southern Crescent, but we are continuing to make our mark on the a vital issue of affordable housing. Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity represented well for the Metro Atlanta area by winning the “Raising the Bar” award at the Habitat […]
