On a cold January morning, more than 80 volunteers came together with a shared purpose: to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by putting the Beloved Community into action. Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity’s MLK Day Beloved Build was a powerful reminder that service transcends weather, comfort, and circumstance. Despite frigid temperatures, […]
Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity recently celebrated a very special Home Blessing ceremony for two remarkable women, Krizia and Tiffany, whose homes were built side-by-side on land donated by former Forest Park resident Steven Boots. Several years ago, Mr. Boots made a life-changing phone call to our office, offering to donate family-owned land in Forest […]
This May, Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity proudly hosted our annual Women Build event, bringing together women from all over to make homeownership dreams a reality. Over the course of 5 powerful build days, volunteers rolled up their sleeves, picked up their hammers, and demonstrated that building strong communities is work we can all share […]
This past Saturday, Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity proudly hosted our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event in celebration of National Volunteer Month. Volunteers, staff, and board members gathered at our office for a brunch celebration filled with gratitude, memories, and meaningful recognition. As a nonprofit rooted in service, we simply could not do the work we […]
Tukuanda, affectionately known as TK, is a proud mother of three and grandmother of one. Her path to homeownership has been far from easy — but it’s one defined by unshakable perseverance and deep love for her family. Having spent part of her childhood in foster care, TK’s early years were marked by instability. Yet, […]
Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity breaks ground in Forest Park, Georgia, marking the start of a new chapter for two deserving families. Thanks to the generous land donation from Mr. Steven Boots, what was once a piece of his family’s legacy is now the foundation for hope, stability, and a brighter future. The weather was […]
On February 8, 2025, Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity hosted its inaugural Constructed Couture Fashion Show. In partnership with Atlanta Sustainable Fashion Week, this one-of-a-kind event merged the worlds of fashion and construction to support Habitat for Humanity’s mission of building homes, communities, and hope. Designers of all ages crafted amazing runway looks, raising both […]
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 […]
