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Although hurricanes can be dangerous killers, planning ahead and being prepared can reduce the chances of injury and major property damage.

As part of the renewal, State Farm is contributing $650,000 toward youth engagement programs and $150,000 to support the global housing nonprofit’s disaster resilience program, Habitat Strong.

The need and lasting impact affordable housing has on homeowners and their families is undeniable.

Through the partnership this year, the company is awarding $820,000 in grant funding to engage and mobilize youth and support the building of resilient housing through Habitat Strong, the global housing nonprofit’s disaster resilience program.

Habitat for Humanity and ShelterBox have started distributing emergency shelter aid to communities who lost homes in the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that recently devastated southwestern Haiti.

The individualized budget coaching program that was piloted by Greater Erie Area Habitat was so successful, it is now a requirement for all families Habitat works with. 

Learn the basics of budgeting in our simple guide. 

Leading experts, international organizations, over 100 governments and more gathered in Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum’s 2024 annual meeting this January. Habitat CEO Jonathan Reckford attended to give affordable housing a seat at the table.

“No matter where my kids go, when we talk about home, everybody’s heart is here,” says Peggy, a disabled U.S. Air Force veteran who was able to repair her family home with the support of Habitat and The Home Depot Foundation.

Tornadoes are earth’s most violent storms and often form quickly, leaving little time to make life-or-death decisions. To survive a tornado, advanced planning and a quick response are essential.

Landslides and debris flows are caused by a number of factors, such as earthquakes, heavy rain, volcanic eruptions and poor land management. Because landslides and debris flows occur quickly and with little notice, it is essential to be prepared.