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A stable home leads to the Ivy League

Eric’s parents built their Habitat home a decade ago because they believed stability was central to their children’s success. Next month, Eric is leaving that home on a scholarship to Cornell University.

Quality of housing central to childhood development

Read about a study showing how safe, decent housing makes a difference in childhood development, health and learning.

We made a DIY pallet Christmas tree

We were inspired to make a DIY pallet Christmas tree this year. Here’s how we did it.

Research series: How does housing affect children’s education?

Making direct connections between housing and its impact on children’s education is challenging, but studies have drawn a pathway between owning a decent, affordable, and stable home and experiencing positive educational outcomes.

Maureen's legacy

For Taylor Thompson, building with Habitat is the most meaningful way to honor his mom Maureen, an architect who designed a Habitat house.

5 amazing kids who make a difference

Hear from some inspiring kids who are setting up lemonade stands, giving away their birthday money and emptying their piggybanks so other kids can have good homes, too.

Family breaks the cycle of housing instability

Jose Luis shares his family’s long struggle to become homeowners and what it means to now be able to live in their dream home.

RV Care-A-Vanners FAQ

With Habitat’s RV Care-A-Vanner program, you can travel in your RV to build sites across the U.S. and Canada and work alongside families as they build a foundation for a brighter future! Check out a few frequently asked questions to get started.

A place to make lasting memories

Jennifer and Olivia have peace of mind and greater financial security now that they’ve moved into affordable Habitat homes featuring solar panels installed with the support of a Whirlpool BuildBetter grant.

Teacher of the Year inspires through community service

Jahana Hayes, 2016 Teacher of the Year, encourages her students to do community service.

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