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Connecting on site and online

After embarking on his fifth Habitat Global Village trip in three years, heading this time for Argentina, Rick Rap shares what keeps him coming back for more.

Connection really is what Habitat is all about.

Casual friendships and deep personal connections have the potential to develop between volunteers, homeowners and other participants who build with Habitat for Humanity.

Connections

Lasting connections like these can inspire us and strengthen our resolve to build — together — a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Family ties

Families are at the heart of Habitat’s mission. And in some families, the drive to help others find decent, affordable housing is passed down like eye color, a habit of the heart.

Feels like mine

Indiana native Donna Staten now has more room to live a full life — and a shorter list of things that keep her up at night.

The sun shines through the trees near a roof.

Financial freedom

A statewide survey of Habitat homeowners in Minnesota reveals more savings and more confidence that college is in reach.

Friends who share the same values

Kosuke Katsuki and Jun Tokunaga have volunteered with Habitat Japan since 2011, where they’ve built sturdy, decent homes, as well as a lasting friendship.

Having a home empowers a Habitat homeowner

Heidi, a former teacher and youth advocate, shares her journey through the Habitat homeownership process and the sense of community it brings.

Health education and intervention

“Habitat educated me,” says Yondella Hall. “I didn’t know leaking and standing water could affect my health.”