Support saves Habitat project

A surge of community support will enable South Shore Habitat for Humanity to finish a project that was vandalized on Nov. 20. Since news of the vandalism was made public, more than $14,000 in cash donations were pledged by individuals and companies, as well as in-kind donations of goods and services from several other firms. “We are so thankful to all who have come forward to help,” said Martine Taylor, executive director for the group. “Thanks to the extensive media coverage we have received, the phones have not stopped ringing with offers to help . . . The outpouring of support is remarkable.” Taylor said the organization has the volunteer labor lined up to finish the house in Stoughton and has received enough money to pay for the tools that were stolen. Those who wish to assist the project can make donations to South Shore Habitat and note “Stoughton” with the gift. - Rich Fahey