Habitat for Humanity of Martin County Looks to Build Organization with the Addition of Jody Clifford as Director of Development

Sunday, March 1, 2009

STUART, FL – Michele Reilly, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Martin County, is pleased to announce the addition of Jody Clifford as Director of Development.

Clifford brings over twenty-five years of experience in Martin County in event management, corporate and volunteer fundraising, and most recently, as Director of Development of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County.

As the newest member of Habitat for Humanity's professional team, Clifford will be responsible for coordinating all fundraising efforts to support the organization's mission to provide affordable homes for deserving families in Martin County. As a non-profit organization, Habitat depends upon the generous financial and volunteer support of the community to enhance sustainable community development.

“We are very excited to have Jody Clifford on board with our incredible staff at Habitat,” said Michele Reilly, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Martin County. “Jody's many years of experience, coupled with her strong ties to the community, will allow her to make a positive impact upon our organization.”

Habitat for Humanity of Martin County is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that extends the opportunity to purchase simple, decent, affordable homes to local families who would not otherwise have that chance. The three key resources necessary in order to make homeownership a reality for Habitat partner families include funds, volunteers and advocacy. For more information call (772) 223-9940 or visit http://www.habitatmartin.org/.