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.
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.
Bryan Reaka, Habitat campus chapter adviser and assistant professor at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, shares what inspires him to continue working with Habitat for Humanity.
“We know we have a permanent place now,” says Poe Shee. “We can plan for things.”
Heidi, a former teacher and youth advocate, shares her journey through the Habitat homeownership process and the sense of community it brings.
As the very first homeowner in Lawrence Habitat’s Comfort neighborhood, Cathy shares how she how she became part of the growing community from its very beginning.
A statewide survey of Habitat homeowners in Minnesota reveals more savings and more confidence that college is in reach.
Habitat CEO Jonathan Reckford shares why some of his favorite moments with Habitat homeowners and volunteers are the house dedication ceremonies.
In a Habitat for Humanity house, a family can unlock their highest potential.
Emma Funfar and Dot Hannon — one a Habitat Cape Cod homeowner, the other a volunteer — have become close friends. Their bond, as happens so often, has lasted long after the build.
Lasting connections like these can inspire us and strengthen our resolve to build — together — a world where everyone has a decent place to live.