Blog - Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County

Striving to give his children a better life: Michael’s story

Editor's note: Michael purchased his home in December 2019! Congratulations to Michael and his family! Thank you to our amazing supporters who helped give Michael a hand up to homeownership. “Stability. Ownership. And pretty much mine.” That’s future homeowner...

Crew leader Jose hones skills while helping his community

Driven by the desire to continue honing his skills in the construction industry, Jose Perez began building homes with Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola in 2009.

Tuning into Habitat: Donor Spotlight on John Kolbrich

Donor John Kolbrich has been giving back to the Greater Orlando community through his five music schools for over 15 years. But he doesn’t stop there, letting his music schools enable him to give back to the community through philanthropy as well.

Greater Malibu Groves residents ‘Propel’ neighborhood change

Nine Greater Malibu Groves residents graduated from Propel, a leadership certification hosted by the Polis Institute.

Taking on Central Florida’s housing, food security challenges through partnership

In June, Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County teamed up with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to participate in the first phase of Feeding America’s Leading for Transformation Program.

Back to School Drive: Donate hygiene products to area schools

A hygiene product drive is being held for Orlando’s Ivey Lane and Eccleston Elementary schools, Carver Middle School, and Jones and Evans High Schools.

Reaping the benefits of homeownership: Rhonza’s story

“When I look out my kitchen window now, I can say, ‘Hallelujah. Thank you, Jesus,’” Rhonza said. “I just get tears in my eyes.”

Rebuilding a family’s gathering place: Vivian’s story

Thanks to a partnership with the City of Kissimmee and Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County, Vivian got a first look at her reconstructed home with family members, city and Habitat staff, and media on July 18.