New research: Better housing is better health
Jonathan Reckford shares important new research co-authored by Habitat’s Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter and the Kenya Medical Research Institute. The article, published recently in Nature Medicine, explores how simple, low-cost housing modifications can improve passive cooling and reduce mosquito entry in rural families’ homes.
Week of Start Date 08 Mar 2026
Work week:
Work week
Tuesday-Friday
Location:
Charleston, SC
Local Habitat affiliate:
Affiliate Name
Charleston HFH (SC)
Contribution:
$Contribution Amount
200.00
Contribution Description
The cost is $200 per volunteer. We also require a nonrefundable $100 deposit, which must be received 2 weeks prior to the start date in order for your group’s registration to be held. T-shirts and a light breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided daily.
Description:
Description
Charleston Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge offers college students a hands-on opportunity to serve the Charleston community while learning about the importance of safe, affordable housing. Student groups work alongside Habitat staff on active build sites, gaining practical construction experience and seeing the direct impact of their service. No construction experience is required. All training and tools are provided.
Week of Start Date 01 Mar 2026
Work week:
Work week
Tuesday-Friday
Location:
Charleston, SC
Local Habitat affiliate:
Affiliate Name
Charleston HFH (SC)
Contribution:
$Contribution Amount
200.00
Contribution Description
The cost is $200 per volunteer. We also require a nonrefundable $100 deposit, which must be received 2 weeks prior to start date in order for your group’s registration to be held. T-shirts and a light breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided daily.
Description:
Description
Charleston Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge offers college students a hands-on opportunity to serve the Charleston community while learning about the importance of safe, affordable housing. Student groups work alongside Habitat staff on active build sites, gaining practical construction experience and seeing the direct impact of their service. No construction experience is required. All training and tools are provided.