Pastor Charles Dudley can still remember the first time he saw the power of Habitat for Humanity to positively impact not only individual families, but entire communities. As a young marine stationed at MCAS Cherry Point, he heard about a Habitat home build in Carteret County and decided to volunteer. “A few Marines and a…
Local Craven County artists have generously donated their time and talent to paint chairs, which will be auctioned by Major General USMC (ret.) Tom Braaten at the Hammer It Home event on Friday, November 7th. Chair-ity Artists include: Ashley Layne McDaniel, Anna Lee Ash, Bernice Abraham & Teresa Hodock, Christine Flannigan, Elizabeth Spencer, Joanne Gwaltney Ashton,…
In August, students from Epiphany School rolled up their sleeves and joined the Habitat team to install drywall at our current house under construction. Their hard work is a perfect example of how the community comes together to support families on the path to homeownership. Each Habitat Prospective Homeowner (PHO) invests more than 300 hours of sweat equity—working alongside volunteers…
From the Gulf Coast of Louisiana to some of the hardest hit regions of Alabama and Mississippi, Linda Kray has seen firsthand the impact that Habitat for Humanity can have for those left homeless after Mother Nature offers up her worst. Kray was part of the Habitat disaster relief team from Frederick County, Maryland that…
At Habitat for Humanity of Craven County, building homes is just one way we build community. Our staff, volunteers, and partner families proudly roll up their sleeves to support local events and neighborhood projects that make Craven County a better place to live. Recently, our team joined Bike MS to cheer on riders and help…
Our Habitat for Humanity ReStore pop-up sale in Havelock on September 13th was a wonderful success! The weather couldn’t have been better, and we are deeply grateful to Charles Dudley, HFHCC Board President, and co-founder of New Beginnings Ministry of Faith for their warm hospitality. The event gave us the perfect opportunity to meet new…
Looking to tackle a fall project? This October, the Habitat ReStore is shining a spotlight on do-it-yourselfers! We’ve created a special DIY section in the store featuring hand tools, small project materials, and everything you need to bring your creative ideas to life. Whether you’re fixing up something around the house, starting a craft project,…
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County is excited to host our annual fundraising celebration — and we’d love for you to be part of it! This year’s event will feature: Reverse Drawing for $5,000 CHAIR-ity Live Auction Silent Auction Playhouse Raffle Giveaways Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres & Cash Bar Our goal is to raise $50,000 to support affordable housing…
Our Christmas in July sale at the Habitat ReStore was filled with festive fun! One highlight was a visit from Doctor Paul, who brought songs, laughter, and holiday cheer, wrapping up his stop with a smile and a photo with Santa’s Elves. Santa himself (Rob Nonemaker) also joined the celebration, handing out freezies on the…
In May, Habitat for Humanity of Craven County proudly hosted a Women Build Day, where volunteers worked together to help make the dream of homeownership a reality for a local family. Our efforts extended beyond construction — at the RCS Satellite Station in Bayboro, staff, volunteers, Board Members, and our Executive Director distributed food, toiletries,…