Habitat for Humanity Saint Lucie and Okeechobee, Inc. (Habitat SLO) is proud to welcome its new Executive Director, Marcie Bergan.
By Habitat for Humanity St. Lucie & Okeechobee
Marcie will lead the organization as it continues its mission to provide affordable homeownership opportunities and strengthen communities in St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties.
Bergan brings years of experience both as a Habitat leader and dedicated volunteer. Her leadership will build on Habitat SLO’s 30-year legacy, serving local families through affordable housing initiatives, disaster recovery efforts, and neighborhood revitalization.
As Bergan steps into her new role, former Executive Director Bob Calhoun will transition to the position of Project Manager for Habitat SLO’s Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) program, where he will continue driving affordable housing development across the community.
“The Habitat community is excited to have a new leader with considerable experience and expertise to guide the next 30 years of success in serving Habitat for St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties,” said Calhoun.
Habitat SLO’s 30th-anniversary celebration is a milestone made possible by the unwavering support of volunteers, donors, community partners, and local governments.
The organization has also begun expanding its impact into Okeechobee County, its newest service area. Thanks to a generous donation from the PGA South Florida Foundation, they held their first groundbreaking ceremony in Okeechobee County on May 14.
“None of our work would be possible without the tremendous support of our community,” Bergan noted. “Every hand and every dollar truly makes a difference.”
Affordable housing remains one of Florida’s most pressing challenges.
Working together, the organization strives not only to build houses but to change generational wealth statistics in the state. Beyond constructing affordable homes, they also assist homeowners by funding critical home repairs so families can remain safe in their homes for many years.
“This is a tremendous opportunity to continue making a difference in the lives of others and to make the dream of homeownership a reality through affordable housing for many who would otherwise never own a home,” Bergan stated. She added, “I am grateful to join an organization with so many successes, including delivering homes to four families last week! I look forward to working with all of you. I am very excited about what lies ahead.”
Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers families and communities by partnering with corporations, like-minded individuals, community groups, and faith-based organizations to come together to build and renovate simple, decent, and affordable homes for working families who need a hand up, not a handout. For more information, visit HabitatSLO.house.
