A Neighborhood of HOPE

On Johns Island, where the Lowcountry sky opens wide and live-oaks arch toward the marsh, something special is coming to life: Sweetgrass Preserve: A Neighborhood of Hope.

This is not just another housing development. It’s a bold promise to create 50 volunteer built one-, two- and three-bedroom affordable homes, designated for hardworking local families earning up to 80% of area median income.

These families, many employed in hospitality, retail, and service-jobs across our islands, are the backbone of our region. They serve our communities, keep our beaches and developments vibrant, and yet too often struggle to live near where they work.

With your support, Sweetgrass Preserve will help reduce long commutes, strengthen neighborhood ties, and anchor families in a place they can call home. Today we invite you to be part of that promise - to help fund each of these homes, and to give these families keys to a brighter future.

Building Sweetgrass Preserve: 50 Homes. Endless Hope. 

Our goal is bold: to fully fund and build all 50 homes, each one representing a family’s dream of stability, dignity, and a safe place to call home.

We know we can achieve this with the strength of our community behind us. Together with volunteers, donors, and neighbors working hand in hand we can make Sweetgrass Preserve a reality and ensure that the people who serve and enrich our Sea Islands community can also live and thrive here.

Every contribution moves us closer to this shared vision. When we come together as a community, we don’t just build houses—we build hope, belonging, and a future for generations to come.

Transformative Giving Opportunities

$150,000 – Full Home Sponsor

Funds an entire Habitat home in Sweetgrass Preserve.

As a Full Home Sponsor, you make a family’s dream of homeownership a reality. Sponsors receive recognition on-site, in Habitat communications, and are invited to participate in the home dedication ceremony.

$75,000 – Foundation Sponsor

Supports the home’s foundation, framing, and essential materials.

Your gift provides the strong base every family needs to begin their journey toward stability.

$50,000 – Roof & Structure Sponsor

Funds the roof, siding, and major exterior components.

You provide the security and shelter that will protect generations of families.

$25,000 – Heart of the Home Sponsor

Supports key interior finishes such as drywall, cabinetry, flooring, and fixtures.

Your generosity brings warmth and livability to each home.

$10,000 – Front Porch Sponsor

Funds the porches and entryways that welcome families and connect neighbors.

You help build the spaces where community takes root.

These Transformative Giving Opportunities can be fulfilled through a variety of different options, such as one-time gifts, multi-year pledges, or corporate partnerships with recognition and engagement tailored to each donor’s level of commitment.

To explore sponsorship options or discuss how your contribution can make the greatest impact, please contact Director of Development, Emily Speck, at emily@seaislandhabitat.org .

Every gift makes a difference. Smaller contributions that help move us closer to our bold goal can be made through our donation page. 

Your gift can make all the difference for 50 families who can have a safe, affordable home they own. 

You can help pace the way for children to walk through the door of a place where they can play and grow up safely. 

You can give these families keys to a brighter future and make dreams come true.