Why AmeriCorps is important
Amanda shares how her AmeriCorps experience makes a difference in the lives of families. She has also been able to find a job and pay off student loans.
Amanda shares how her AmeriCorps experience makes a difference in the lives of families. She has also been able to find a job and pay off student loans.
Twenty-two-year-old Kannika Nhem began volunteering with Habitat Cambodia in 2019 for personal growth. And while it has been a fun way to meet new people, develop her talents and explore her interests, she remains a volunteer for another reason.
“I find that the most important inspiration now comes from my fuller understanding of the housing issue in Cambodia and all the ways Habitat works to solve it,” says the university student. “Not only is Habitat Cambodia building safe shelters and environments, but they are also helping people increase their knowledge and skills so that they can keep their income and housing stable.”
Matt and Valentina moved into their purple Habitat house in New Orleans and are committed to becoming anchors in their new neighborhood.
Everyone deserves a decent place to live, and everyone can do something today to help make that possible for another family.
Helen’s new roof is the result of a home repair assistance partnership between the city of Beaumont and Habitat Jefferson County.
Nearly 20 years ago, Sarah began volunteering with Habitat while serving in the military. Now, as a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, she’s known for her longstanding commitment to safe and affordable housing and her ability to inspires other community members to get involved.
Marie Gemma Donai is one of more than 50,000 families served through Habitat’s disaster recovery work since the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti.
In November, Habitat Guatemala marked a major milestone with the dedication of its 75,000th house. Families like Hember’s now have a safe, stable place to call home.
You can travel with Habitat to build homes, communities and hope.
People of faith join Habitat to build safe, affordable housing with families around the world. The tangible experience that Habitat provides offers a unique opportunity to love your neighbor.