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From the Habitat Blog
Tips, guides, and stories about affordable housing, the ReStore, and community impact in the Midlands.
November 6, 2026
What Generosity Builds
Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity CEO Moryah Jackson reflects on how giving time, skills, materials, and money helps build homes and…
October 28, 2026
Preparing a Place: An Advent Reflection on Waiting for Home
Advent invites patient hope and practical preparation. This Advent reflection explores how Midlands churches and businesses can accompany future homeowners through the…
October 22, 2026
7 Benefits of Thrifting Furniture for Your First Home
Thrifting furniture can help first-time homeowners stretch their budget, furnish gradually, and find pieces with character. Explore seven benefits, what to inspect…
October 22, 2026
You Bought a House. Now What? Furnish It for Less
Furnish your first home without stretching your budget. Learn what to buy first, how to plan room by room, and how to…
October 22, 2026
Home Repair Assistance in Columbia, SC: Where to Start
Find out where to start when you need home repair assistance in Columbia, SC. Explore A Brush with Kindness, the types of…
October 22, 2026
How to Volunteer on a Home Build in Columbia, SC
Help build homes and stronger communities in Columbia, SC. This guide explains how to volunteer on a Habitat for Humanity home build…
October 19, 2026
Love Gives: How a $20K Donation Is Giving Two Midlands Families a New Home This Christmas
A $20,000 Central SC Habitat donation from The Cheerful Giver supports affordable homeownership as two Richland County families work toward homes by…
October 6, 2026
Thrifting in Columbia, SC: A Guide to Quality Used Furniture
Shopping for used furniture in Columbia, SC starts with knowing what will actually work in your home. A dresser with smooth drawers,…
October 6, 2026
Furnish Your Home Without Furnishing a Retailer’s Profit Margin in Columbia, SC
Affordable furniture in Columbia, SC does not have to mean buying everything new or settling for disposable pieces. A thoughtful plan can…
October 5, 2026
Love Your Neighbor Campaign: How One Shirt Can Help Build a Stronger Midlands
What does it really mean to love your neighbor? It is a simple question, but I believe the answer can shape a…
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