Agency Name: Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity
Agency Address: 21 Brendan Lane, Bluffton, SC 29910
Telephone: 843-757-5864
FAX: 843-757-5865
E-Mail: hfh1pcw@aol.com
Web Site: www.habitathhi.org
Services and programs provided by the agency: Non profit housing ministry for low to very low income families, call and attend family selection orientation meeting that happens quarterly. Provides a 30 year mortgage at 0% interest for the cost of construction.
Who qualifies to receive the services/programs:
Need for Adequate Shelter
Income is 30% to 60% of the Beaufort County median
Income is 40% to 70% of the Jasper County median
Verification of income
Residency Requirement.
Ability to pay closing costs of 2% of home costs.
Ability to pay interest-free mortgage payment
Attendance at mandatory educational workshops.
Willingness to perform "sweat equity" hours.
How to obtain help from the agency: Applying for a Habitat home requires a significant commitment from the applicant. You must live or work in Southern Beaufort County or Jasper County. The first step is to attend the next New Family Orientation Meeting, which is held quarterly. At the meeting you will receive an application form, and be instructed on how to complete it, and have an opportunity to ask questions and speak directly with staff and volunteers. Following the meeting, you will need to complete the application form, provide the required supporting documents, and support the review process by providing additional information where required. If you have any questions about the application form, you may call the office at (843) 757-5864 during business hours (Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) to speak with staff or set up an appointment. The only way to receive an application form is to attend a New Family Orientation Meeting. The next meeting is listed on their website, click here to see the next date available.
Who to contact at the agency: Patricia Carey Writh, Exc. Dir. At 843-757-5864