About Us
Building homes, hope, and dreams in Hancock and Pearl River counties since 2006.
What We Do
We are a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry founded on the conviction that every man, woman, and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. There are more than 1,500 local affiliates in the United States and more than 80 national organizations around the world. Together, we have helped to build or repair over 600,000 houses and serve more than 3 million people worldwide. Our affiliate is committed to creating better living opportunities for communities and families in Hancock and Pearl River County.
Our Approach
We build strong homes. Stronger families. Stronger volunteers. Stronger communities.
We Build Strength
Through engagement, participation, and sacrifice, we help families put in the sweat equity to build their home and achieve independence.
Through volunteers, we help people experience the power of serving others and helping their community.
Through homeowner education, we prepare families for the life changing experience of homeownership.
We Build Stability
Our homeownership, critical home repair, and weatherization programs contribute to family stability. The impact of homeownership on their lives is long-lasting and transformative, including:
- Improved physical and mental health outcomes for families
- Greater financial security and the ability to build generational wealth
- Stronger, more stable school performance for children
- Deeper roots and engagement in the local community
We Build Self-Reliance
Since Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976, we’ve sought to give people a hand up — not a hand out. This is reflected in everything we do. It’s a by-product of building strength and stability into people’s lives.
We aren’t a giveaway program. We partner with families, financial sponsors, and volunteers to build and repair homes.
The People Behind The Mission
Leadership & Staff
Staff
Our staff implements the mission and programs, as well as guides the day-to-day work of the organization. They combine experience, education, and passion for serving families and our community with excellence.
Brian Murphy
Executive Director
Seth Foubare
Construction Manager
Brandi Acker
Family Services Manager
Brailey Penny
Marketing & Volunteer Coordinator
Board of Directors
Our organization is led by a board of dedicated local community members who volunteer their time to serve. They provide strategic direction and ensure that we are accomplishing our mission with fiscal responsibility and operational excellence.
Dorothy Benz
President
Retired Mortgage & Banking
Dave Treutel
Treasurer
Insurance Industry & Consulting
Julie Scianna
Secretary
Title Company
Chris Estrade
Director
Banking
Jeremy Compretta
Director
Banking
Stacy Baudin
Director
School System Administration
Donald Hart
Director
Barber/County Supervisor
Dorothy Brown
Director
Accountant
Vinner Scott
Director
Non Profit Leader/Community Organizer
Rachel Knight
Director
Insurance Industry
Hank Martinez
Director
Construction
Kimberly Alford
Director
Education
Lindsey Ward
Director
Economic Development
How It Comes Together
This is where the mission becomes daily work. We teach the families we partner with. We build and repair homes across Hancock and Pearl River Counties. We raise the funds that support the work, and we put in the labor along with our partner families and volunteers. No single piece works without the others.
We Educate
Habitat Bay Waveland partner families receive free homebuyer and financial education through our Family Services Manager.
We Help
The Habitat Bay Waveland team prides itself on being hands-on in home building and repair projects.
We Build
We have helped over 500 families in Hancock and Pearl River County through home building, critical home repair, and weatherization services.
We Fundraise
With your financial support, families can build strength, stability, and independence by building a safe and secure place to call home.
Have More Questions?
Visit our FAQ page for answers about applying, volunteering, and donating.