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Hope is an amazing gift!” That is what a sign reads that sits in my office. When I glance at it, it is a wonderful reminder that it is larger than a breadbox and can never be packaged or wrapped. Hope is one of the strongest attributes to have. It is much more than wishful…

Bringing it Home. “Bringing it home” is defined as making something more clear by seeing the situation more closely. When one thing happens which shows you that something is real, that “brings it home”. As we finish up our 100th Habit House, this is the vibe –  Yes!!  Success!! It is the realization that something…

Closed on Labor Day. Wait, why? The end of summer? Sales? A long weekend before school really starts? This is how it started. Throughout the 1880’s, labor strikes became increasingly common, with workers protesting their long hours and difficult, sometimes even dangerous, working conditions. In the late 1800’s, at the height of the Industrial Revolution…

There is a saying “The only thing that is normal is the knob on the washing machine”. We at Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity can testify that this is true. (In fact, we do have washers and dryers come in occasionally), however, it is equally true as we adjust to doing business during this time…

So many thoughts come to mind when thinking of March. – Spring! Longer Days, warmer weather & Taxes Each donation impacts lives.  Because of your donation,  we can do what we need to do to provide safe and affordable housing for low-income families in Carteret and Onslow Counties.  That includes items not for the families…

Home is where the heart is…….. Have you ever thought about what makes a house a home? “Home Sweet Home” is what the signs read, not ‘House sweet house’. So why is a Habitat House really a Home? It has 4 walls – check. It has windows. – check It has a roof, – check…

Crystal Coast Habitat Celebrates GivingTuesday with First Bank in Beaufort, joining millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement. Visit one of our Jacksonville ReStore, Newport ReStore, or First Bank – This GivingTuesday, December 3rd.  You can easily donate by filling out one of the Giving Envelopes on our “Funding Christmas Tree” in…

Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity ReStores in both Newport and Jacksonville and Dewey’s Bakery have teamed up to offer our holiday shoppers convenient, delicious treats and a sweet way to give back to the local community.  Stop by our ReStore or order directly from Deweys.com and you will receive free shipping on orders over $39.99. …