Habitat for Humanity International and AbbVie announced today the completion of their successful five-year partnership that supported the global housing nonprofit organization’s long-term disaster recovery efforts in Puerto Rico.
Habitat homeowner Helen Prysock recently paid off her mortgage early and burned the note in celebration. She reflects on what she calls the “blessing of homeownership.”
The company will donate structural framing hardware and reinforced shear walls for new construction and will continue to support Habitat Strong, a program that backs building disaster-resilient homes in weather-sensitive areas.
Whirlpool today announced plans to continue its 22-year long partnership with Habitat for Humanity International, and help Habitat launch its new BuildBetter program.
Some floods develop slowly, while others develop in just minutes. Being prepared and taking mitigation measures, such as building away from floodplains and elevating homes, can reduce the risk of damage and injuries in a flood.
