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Accessing the everyday: Yosmarily and Eliezer’s Story
Future homeowner Yosmarily looks forward to making their home an accessible space.
3 simple ways to give back this holiday season
The holiday season is the perfect time to reflect on your year and look ahead to what is to come. We’re taking a few moments to slow down and consider ways to give back. Here are a few of our favorites.
How you can make a difference to Habitat Orlando & Osceola
At Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County, we know that a house is more than just shelter. A safe, affordable home has the power to transform the lives of our homeowners and their families. You make a difference by supporting Habitat Orlando &...
Home for the Holidays: First-time homeowners share holiday plans
For first-time homeowners, the first year of homeownership is comprised of special moments: move-in day, barbecues, birthdays and, of course, holidays. The celebration possibilities seem endless for homeowner Tifton and her three children. They may host their first...
Making Fundraising Fun: Donor Spotlight on Kaitlyn Wilke
The key to community for Kaitlyn has been getting involved. She’s found significance and some fun through volunteering and fundraising for Habitat Orlando & Osceola.
Coming-of-age as a homeowner: Joelle’s story
For future homeowner Joelle, owning her own home is a coming-of-age accomplishment – a rite of passage. “It’s a personal accomplishment for myself as a woman to be able to do things for myself and by myself,” Joelle said. This single mom of two partnered with Habitat...
A chance for stability: Modline’s story
Future homeowner Modline and her 8-year-old daughter, Daniella, spent the last year searching for a stable place to live. Currently, they’re living in a one-bedroom apartment.
Taking care of others and a home of her own: Juliet’s Story
In her roles as a home health care nurse and as a mother, Juliet is always caring for someone in her life. Her next step? Caring for her own house as a homeowner with Habitat Orlando & Osceola.
A close-knit family working toward a safe, comfortable home: Lavonne and Nathaniel’s story
Lavonne had nearly accustomed herself to the idea of being a lifelong renter after years of being turned down for
homes and homebuyer assistance – until she received some encouragement from family to apply to Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County.