Habitat for Humanity of Horry County

Habitat for Humanity of Horry County is a non-profit organization in Myrtle Beach, SC, that partners with individuals and families to build and attain affordable homeownership across the county. The organization operates a first-time homebuyer program, a Critical Home Repair program for existing homeowners, and a neighborhood revitalization effort, and it runs a ReStore retail location whose profits return to the mission. It serves Horry County broadly, with Habitat ReStore locations on Co-Op Road in Myrtle Beach and on Highway 9 East in Longs. The organization holds a rating of 4.3 based on 1,130 reviews. Founded in 1990, Habitat for Humanity of Horry County was established to eliminate substandard housing in Horry County by building simple, decent and affordable housing through community partnerships. Homes are sold to qualified buyers at no profit with an affordable mortgage, supported by volunteers, individual donors, business partners, faith partners, and grantors. Prospective homeowners must meet criteria including 12 months of Horry County residency, U.S. citizenship or legal work status, household income between 35 and 80 percent of the area median, and a willingness to partner with the organization. A free financial mentor is available to guide applicants through budgeting, credit, and long-term financial preparation. The office and ReStore sit on Co-Op Road at the intersection of Highway 544 and Highway 707, across from the Socastee Public Library and a short distance from Socastee Montessori School. In 2026, the organization's Faith Build family is Wilisha Johnson, a mother of two and Certified Medical Assistant chosen to build her home through the program. For more than three decades, Habitat for Humanity of Horry County has worked to bring strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter to neighborhoods across the county, helping families achieve homeownership and stay in their homes for the long term.

Services:

• Critical Home Repair
• Donation Management
• Fundraising Events
• Homebuyer Program
• Volunteer Coordination