Gibson County Habitat for Humanity
       312 North College Street       
Trenton, Tennessee  38382
 
 The idea that became Habitat for Humanity first grew from Koinonia Farm, a community farm outside of Americus, Georgia, founded by farmer and biblical scholar Clarence Jordan. On the farm, Jordan and eventual founders, Millard and Linda Fuller, developed the concept of “partnership housing”. The concept centered on those in need of adequate shelter working side by side with volunteers to build decent, affordable houses.
 In 1973, the Fullers decided to take the Fund for Humanity concept to Zaire, now the Democratic Republic of Congo. After three years of hard work to launch a successful housing program there, the Fullers returned to the United States and called together a group of supporters to discuss the future of their dreams. From that dream, Habitat for Humanity International was founded in 1976. Today, Habitat now works in 1400 communities across the U.S. and in 70 countries around the world.
 The mission for Habitat is simple: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
 Habitat’s principles are simple as well. They are as follows:

1. Demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ
2. Focus on shelter
3. Advocate for affordable housing
4. Promote dignity and hope

 Gibson County Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1992 and built its first house in 1994 in Milan. This spring, the Gibson County organization will begin construction on its 10^th house. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable, interest-free mortgage.  With your support, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and for their families.
 Gibson County Habitat for Humanity Executive Director, Mary Jane Thompson, invites you to contact her with any questions or how you can be a part of this ministry. She may be reached at 731-855-7607 or by email at gibsoncountyhabitatforhumanity31@yahoo.com.
 Thanks, Gibson County Habitat for Humanity, for your support of the Chamber and all you do for Gibson County!