There is tremendous need for affordable housing throughout the Lowcountry.

Vital members of our community-- teachers, firefighters, policemen, paramedics, and service industry workers- cannot afford to house their families. Statistics compiled by the federal government indicate that over 45% of the households in the four-county earns less than $44,700. People earning these wages generally must devote over half their income to shelter. While the need is great, it is not enough to attract the investment required to serve this market. This is why LHT was created.

LHT is a regional affordable housing advocate and financier that works with local governments, developers, community leaders, non-profits and businesses to address the housing crisis facing the local community.  Serving as the model for housing trusts throughout the state, we bridge the gap between governments and developers; developers and nonprofits; and families and the need for affordable housing.  Through our collaborative partnerships, we work toward creating long-term solutions to the housing crisis.  Since our inception in 2004, we have infused more than $12 million in community development financing into the community, resulting in the development of over 750 affordable housing units for Lowcountry families.