More than a house: Janessa’s Story

More than a house: Janessa’s Story

Seated at the front desk of Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County’s headquarters, Janessa is focused. She’s attentive and works hard, answering phone calls and assisting visitors. She’s close to completing her sweat equity hours, part of the...
Striving to give his children a better life: Michael’s story

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...
Reaping the benefits of homeownership: Rhonza’s story

Reaping the benefits of homeownership: Rhonza’s story

Rhonza moved into her Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County home about three years ago. At the time, Rhonza was a recent nursing school graduate and a full-time employee of a local hospital. She chose to sleep on the couch so her three adolescent...
Rebuilding a family’s gathering place: Vivian’s story

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

Vivian’s home has been a fixture of her family for decades now. Generations of nieces and nephews gathered for holidays, stopped by for visits, and spent weekends and holidays with her over the years. “It’s for everybody,” 80-year-old Vivian said of her Kissimmee...
Revitalizing an older home full of memories: Charlotte’s story

Revitalizing an older home full of memories: Charlotte’s story

Charlotte has lived in her home in Orlando’s Greater Malibu Groves community for nearly 30 years. In this home, she raised her daughter, welcomed her grandchildren, and became a part of her neighborhood. About 15 years ago, the need for extensive repairs to the...