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Willie's Home
"I just didn't sit outside anymore, like I used to", Willie said, describing the adjustments she had made when the railings on her front...
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Aug 26, 20212 min read
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What Projects Qualify as a Critical Repair Need?
The types of repairs that qualify for the program are variable, and range in severity, but in all cases, are affecting our partner's ability
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Aug 12, 20211 min read
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Distinct Dorm Décor at the Greater Matthews ReStore
Moving back to school over summer break has always meant bringing back new treasures that remind one of home and express personal style. Sho
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Jul 14, 20211 min read
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Happy Birthday, Habitat!
It's our birthday! Today marks our 32nd year of building strength, stability, and self-reliance in the Greater Matthews community.
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Jul 10, 20211 min read
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Juneteenth
During their board meeting on May 24th, the Matthews Board of Commissioners officially recognized Juneteenth, a commemoration of the end...
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Jun 18, 20211 min read
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The Beginning of the Journey
After five years, Marie and Celestin have closed on their GMHFH home.
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May 19, 20212 min read
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May 7, 20210 min read
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25 Years and Counting
Sondra knows what it's like to be patient - she purchased her home 25 years ago, and every month since then, has made her mortgage...
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May 2, 20211 min read
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Home is Grown
The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just on the body, but...
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Apr 22, 20212 min read
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Home is the Key 2021
At Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity, we believe that the moments that families experience together at their home —both small and...
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Apr 16, 20211 min read
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Your Support Builds a Story
It's the story of a safe and affordable home. It’s the story of kids playing in their own yard while mom or dad cooks in their own...
GMHFH
Mar 24, 20211 min read
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Beyond the House: How Greater Matthews Habitat’s investments ripple across our local economy
Introduction Every year, we work alongside local families as they achieve homeownership and repair their homes. We work to build stronger...
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Feb 5, 20212 min read
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Aging in Place with Critical Home Repair
A troubling reality is that many older adults, about 19 million, are living in homes that are in disrepair or inadequate for their needs...
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Jan 15, 20212 min read
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How you can help your employer help Habitat
Many companies not only encourage their employees to give to and volunteer time to nonprofits in their communities, but also will match...
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Dec 30, 20202 min read
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Women Builds Change Lives: The Difficulties of Conventional Homeownership
For a single mother like Heidi, being able to own her own home through Habitat means a lot. “It means control over my environment and...
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Nov 13, 20202 min read
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