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Transforming slums in the sky
Throughout neighborhoods in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, the words "crumbling" and "apartment buildings" frequently seem inseparable. Many of these high-rises, built during the Communist era, have fallen into disrepair.
President Carter: Decent housing is a right
For 28 years, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn have faithfully volunteered with Habitat for Humanity.
Old wheels, new houses
When we established the national Cars for Homes program, we created a way for people to donate their used cars, trucks, boats, RVs and other vehicles to help build homes and improve neighborhoods right in their local communities.
Green building is smart building
The fact that one of our houses was named 2011 Green Affordable Project of the Year sends a message that simple, decent, affordable houses can also be energy efficient, comfortable and environmentally responsible.
No greater reward
I am no stranger to the spotlight after working as an actor and model for more than 10 years. In 2006, it was my turn to be the captive audience. That was in Lonavala, western India, when I volunteered on a Habitat build during the Carter Work Project.
Fighting for affordable housing in Florida
In Florida, Habitat has helped more than 11,000 partner families move into simple, decent, affordable houses. To help even more, part of Habitat’s responsibility here includes advocacy and public awareness with our local and state elected officials.
Rebuilding Japan
Kenji Miyazawa was a Japanese poet in the 1920s. One of his poems, "Amenimomakezu," had special meaning to my team as we worked alongside those affected by the March tsunami.
The Women Build experience
By Seyller Robertson, Habitat for Humanity volunteer and Lowe’s employee
Transforming love
Antigua, Guatemala, claims to have the largest Easter celebrations in the world. Thousands have gathered each weekend to watch the beautiful, old religious images paraded through the street accompanied by bands, fireworks and clouds of incense.
Feel free to ask
I applied to the AmeriCorps National Direct program for 2010 because I knew it would give me the chance to work with volunteers in an experiential-education setting.
