About Habitat Middle Keys

Habitat Middle Keys began in 1991 and is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action by building homes, communities and hope. We are a volunteer based locally run affiliate dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide. We believe that every man, woman and child deserve to have a simple, safe and affordable home to call their own.

All are welcome.

Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys has an open-door policy: All who believe that everyone needs a decent, affordable place to live are welcome to help with the work, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views, or any of the other distinctions that too often divide people. In short, Habitat welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds and also serve people in need of decent housing regardless of race or religion. A a matter of policy, Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliated organizations do not proselytize. This means that Habitat will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must either adhere to or convert to a particular faith, or listen and respond to a messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.

Our Vison

A world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Mission

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Operating Committees

Homeowner Selection & Support Committee

is responsible for selection process of applicants for approval as prospective homeowners and for providing them support throughout their sweat equity, home ownership education, home purchase process, adjustment to new responsibilities and continued partnership with the organization.

Church & Community Relations Committee

seeks to strengthen our relationship and support of our affiliate’s work by gaining volunteers, prayer, and partnership from our community churches and community overall.

Site Selection & Building

identifies and evaluates potential sites and coordinates all labor, plans, and materials to build a safe and affordable home for hard working residents in Marathon, FL.

Resource Development & Fundraising Committee

is responsible for developing and coordinating the raising of funds needed for Habitat Middle Keys to continue our mission.

VOLUNTEER OFFICERS

Ryan Elwell

2025 Secretary

Lisa Ziels

Ryan Elwell

2025 President

Andres Herrera

Read More About Andres
  • Resident of Marathon: 10+ years
  • Brings to Habitat: Passion and willingness to serve He enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter and dog.
Ryan Elwell

2025 Vice President

Cindy McKnight

Read More About Cindy
  • Resident of Marathon: 30+ years
  • Brings to Habitat: A wealth of knowledge and decades helping others.

2025 Treasurer

Pastor John Krainer

 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ivana Micovic

Bank Center Manager, First Horizon Bank

 

David May

David May

Site Super, Keys Contracting Services

 

OUR STAFF

Mike Puto

Executive Director

Christine Todd Young

Ryan Elwell

Family Services Manager

Meghan Richardson

ReStore Manager

Lily Williamson

ReStore Assistant Manager

Lee MacDonald

Mike Puto

ReStore Customer Service Mgr.

Marissa Sivyer

Ryan Elwell

ReStore Donation Pick-Up Specialist

Henry De Armas Leyva