04/22/2026
Today was a beautiful day to celebrate 🌎💚
We were honored to host our Earth Day Tree Planting Ceremony at one of our future Habitat homes — a meaningful step in building not just houses, but stronger, more sustainable communities.
A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Carol Lawless Court, President of the AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Foundation Board, for sharing inspiring words about the importance of community and environmental stewardship.
We were also grateful to have local leaders join us, including Fred Cleveland, Mayor of New Smyrna Beach, City of Edgewater Vice Mayor Charlotte Hope, and Jessie Thompson, School Board Member District 3, Volusia County Schools, along with members of the AdventHealth NSB Foundation Board, our Habitat board, volunteers, and staff.
đź’š Today was also extra special as we had the opportunity to recognize two incredible volunteers, Peggy and Brian Mullins.
Though their official recognition was planned for next week’s home dedication, we were honored to celebrate them today before they head north. Their dedication, time, and heart on our build sites truly embody the spirit of Habitat.
Moments like this remind us what can happen when a community comes together with a shared purpose.
🌱 Together, we’re planting more than trees — we’re planting hope.