What We Do
HBF is a 501(c)(3) whose primary goal is to acquire endangered historic properties in Glynn County either through donation or purchase. The property is then secured against further decline and sold with covenants attached to consciensous buyers with the intent to rehabilitate the structure and bring it back into use. The funds received for the sale of these properties go into HBF's Revolving Fund which is then used toward asset upkeep, program support, and the acquisition of additional distressed properties in danger of demolition.
In support of this primary mission, HBF engages with the community through advocacy, education, outreach, promoting preservation, participating in civic endeavors, and organizing fundraising events and educational workshops. In addition, HBF supports its endeavors through memberships, grant writing, contacting property owners, meeting with lawmakers, attending Commission meetings, creating promotional materials and proposals, and coordinating with realty, legal and accounting professionals.
The end result is slowing the decline of our county's precious assets and revitalizing this vibrant historic community, one house at a time.
Our Mission
Dedicated to preservation, restoration, and revitalization of historic buildings, sites, and neighborhoods in the city of Brunswick, Georgia.
Preservation
Historic Brunswick Foundation will increase and expand direct preservation activities at the Foundation by:
- Identifying an at-risk historic structure to acquire, stabilize and sell
- Identifying and acquiring an at-risk historic building to serve, initially, as a field school and then a house museum/foundation office
Advocacy
Historic Brunswick Foundation will engage in political and civic issues that affect historic preservation and development by:
- Promoting a preservation ethic throughout the community
- Networking with civic and fraternal organizations to help with fund-raising and acquiring benefactors
Education / Outreach
Historic Brunswick Foundation will provide programs focusing on historic preservation through field trips, workshops, lectures, tours and other events by:
- Educating realtors, investors and entrepreneurs on the value of locating in the historic district
- Fostering knowledge through hands-on skill-building workshops, lectures, and investment opportunities
Public Relations
Through its public relations programs, Historic Brunswick Foundation strives to raise awareness of HBF's economic impact, activities, and programs on a local, state and national level by:
- Creating strong relationships with local leaders and media
- Increasing community and membership awareness and involvement
HBF Board of Directors
Historic Brunswick Foundation is wholly operated by an all-volunteer Board of Directors. Volunteers are always needed and Board positions are currently available. Please Email us for more information.
Executive Board
Board Members
"Historic preservation clearly does much more than preserve bricks and mortar. It recognizes that our built history connects us in tangible ways with our past and provides context for the places we occupy and the world we live in"
– Craig Potts
