Habitat AmeriCorps profile: T.J. Burghart
When T.J. graduated from college he faced all of the same questions and opportunities that so many graduates face, but he says he “chose a much more fun route” by serving with AmeriCorps.
When T.J. graduated from college he faced all of the same questions and opportunities that so many graduates face, but he says he “chose a much more fun route” by serving with AmeriCorps.
A Habitat for Humanity Restore in Illinois discovered a winning combination for bringing its community together — DIY projects, dogs and a good cause.
After losing their Colorado home to the 2012 High Park fire, Candace and her family received a call from Fort Collins Habitat and learned their community would be helping the family come home.
“I want to be in my house, to sling my own pots and pans,” 80-year-old Alice says. Memphis Habitat has helped her do just that with their aging in place initiative.
Across the globe, Habitat for Humanity is committed to creating safe places for families to call home.
For Alaina, AmeriCorps is a concrete way to prove her commitment to public service.
“It really meant a lot just to be with like-minded AmeriCorps members... A year of service was the right thing to do.”