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Homeowner Bio: The Jernigan Family

“I am building because I want my kids and I to have a Forever Home.” Kimberly Jernigan is a CNA… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Roldan-Lozano Family

“I am building because I care for our family's safety and want a home of our own.” Edwin Roldan is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Collins Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a great organization that helps people in hard times change their future." Gregory and Desirae Collins… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Glenn Family

“I am building because I am molding a foundation for my future and my child's future.” Ashley Glenn is an… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Witherspoon Family

“I am building because I want my children, and their children, to know that homeownership is attainable.” Taisja Witherspoon is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Harrell Family

"My house will be a place I can call home. A place that will be my peace and safe haven.… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Johnson Family

“Having a Habitat Home will make for a bright future for me and my son. A place where he can… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Searles Family

"Being able to take care of my family is most important to me and an affordable habitat home will help… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Hadley Family

"My house will allow me to raise my boys to be men and make memories in our new home." Jannese… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Goss Family

"We will finally have our own home where we can make everlasting memories." Crystal Goss is a stay at home… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The King Family

"My house will be my happy place, safe place, my security, and my own home." Lena King is on her… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Foster Family

"Habitat for Humanity is program that not only gives hope, but provides opportunity simultaneously." Antwon Foster and his 18-year-old sister,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dan Family

"Habitat gave me the opportunity to change my family's life around and look up to a brighter future." Andrada Dan… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McMillian Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a program that leaves an imprint on so many families." Shantell McMillian, a Secretary and Bookkeeper… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Pendleton Family

"I am building because my kids deserve a forever home and I want to give them one." Rae'Jean Pendleton is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Allen Family

"I look forward to starting new traditions and making memories with my loved ones in my new home." Erica Allen… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Inguanzo Family

"My house will be my fort and I know that at the end it will be the best, happiest, safest… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Allen Family

"My house will be my peace and safe haven against all that I have been through." Terrina Allen is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Elias Family

"Habitat for humanity is a program that completely changed my life forever and made a better person." Monica Elias is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Escobar Family

"We are looking forward to moving into our new Habitat home and cannot wait to witness miracles unfold before our… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Miller Family

"My primary concern for years has been the safety and stability of my family. To have this chance to establish… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Murray Family

"I am most looking forward to the space and the opportunity to say I did it. I know my story… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Avila Campuzano Family

"My house will be my biggest blessing." Lorena Avila Campuzano is a Medical Assistant at Evara Health and has worked… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Scott Family

"I can imagine my life more at peace and much less stressful knowing I have built stability for me and… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Clayton Family

"I am building because for years I have been trying to give us a stable, safe place to call home,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Britt Family

"I am building because I want better for my children and I want to show them that even when the… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Franklin-Penix Family

"I am building because my children deserve a firm foundation and a place to call home." Alicia Franklin-Penix is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Baker Family

"Home is where memories are made, love is given, joy and laughter is enjoyed, and a peace of mind is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jimenez Family

"I am building because one nail and hammer will lead to stability and generational wealth." Karin Jimenez is a single… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Sampson Family

"Having somewhere to call your own and having that security is a feeling that is unmatched. It’s something that I… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Suarez-Aladro Family

"My house will be a home full of happiness and harmony where the first goal will be to live as… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Brown Family

"In the Habitat program I will develop the skills that are going to help me become financially stable in order… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Henderson Family

"Having a home of my own would provide security, control, belonging, a sense of identity, and of course privacy." Niesha… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Verschatse Family

"I am building because I want to create a home I know will be safe and secure for me and… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rivera Family

“Receiving my home will be a blessing, a dream, and an accomplishment for something that I set out to do… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Shaw Family

“I am building because I want my kids to have stability and something that will finally be ours.” Na'Eshia Shaw… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rios-Arias Family

"My house will be safe, comfortable and it will be open with open arms for friends and family, anytime." Patricia… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Gonzalez Family

"We imagine a place of stability to be able to focus on the more important things in life and not… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Finnissee Family

"My house will be a sanctuary to my family and I." Jurene Finnissee is an Activities Director at Apollo Health… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Brown Family

"My house will be my refuge and where I go when my heart is overwhelmed and I need to be… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Al-Rubaye - Qasim Family

"My life will be stable and safe and I will make a safe future for my kids as well." Aws… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McClanahan Family

"I am building because I want to be a part of building my dream." Tia McClanahan is a Lab Tech… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Sutherland Family

"I am building because my son needs to know that he is worthy of having his own space to call… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Severino Family

"Our life and future is going to be very different in many ways. Life will be more stable, happy, and… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Caka-Xhokli Family

"Home is where my family and I are together, growing and creating memories." Uragan Caka and Xheneta Xhokli are a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Harris Family

"In the end, our home will have represented so many life lessons: sacrifice, determination, accomplishment, and perseverance." Warnesha "Nesha" Harris… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Diviney Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a "NEED" for not just us, but for everyone that wants and needs a home, that… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Diaz-Gonzales Family

"I can see my family and I growing old in this home already and we don’t even have the keys… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mitchell Family

"I imagine myself raising my boys in a home that is OURS. Growing old and passing the house down to… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Hovey Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a chance for everyone who puts in the commitment to have a safe home." Yolanda Hovey… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Tomlinson Family

"I am looking forward to everything that a home brings: comfort, stability, peace, love, and happiness." Carlita Tomlinson and her… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Amaral Family

"I imagine the success my children will have not having to worry about where we will live and having a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Price Family

"I want to give my kids a place to call home. I want them to see how hard I worked… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Alvarez Family

"Getting accepted was SUPER exciting and it made me realize that I am capable of achieving whatever it is that… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Duckworth Family

"I imagine some of our happiest moments will be once we become homeowners." Shareda Duckworth and her son, RJay, are… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Woodbury Family

"I am building because I want to leave a home for my daughter. I want to have a place I… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Montanez Family

"Habitat for Humanity is an opportunity of hope, a relief, and a helping hand to the rescue of those in… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Boykin Family

"Home is where we build families, love, and support." Tracie Boykin is a single mother who has worked as a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Masterton Family

"Home is where you build it!" Chastity and James Masterton are a Christian family and are parents to four beautiful… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dalon Family

"Home is where dreams start becoming a reality!" Diana Dalon and her 13-year-old daughter, Haiden, are very eager and excited… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Gibbons Family

"My house will be a place where love, joy, and happiness will reside." Briana Gibbons is working towards having a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Monroe Family

"Habitat for Humanity is not only a program...it is a family within itself." Teracina Monroe is a Customer Service Rep… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dupuis Family

"This is an opportunity to start a new life. A new life for my children and myself. To reach goals… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Edwards Family

"Home is where we dream, we grow, and love." Hard-working and goal-oriented, Jamie Edwards, is a single mother to four… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Davis Family

"I will feel more established and more motivated because I will know this is our home." Latasha Davis is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Becerra-Martinez Family

"This is a great opportunity to have our own home and we will always be united and together as a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Adams Family

"If you dedicate yourself to the process, by the time you move into your own home, you will become someone… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Middleton Family

"Habitat for Humanity is changing lives for the better, one home at a time." Jasmine Middleton and her nine-year-old daughter,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Davis Family

"I am building because I am willing to grow." Lakesha Davis is a Full Service Assistant for the Pinellas County… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Oliver Family

"Habitat for Humanity is such a great program to be a part of. I will forever share my story and… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Allen Family

"My home will be my forever home that I am able to build a life for me and my daughter."… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Roxbury Family

"My house will be the stepping stone to a new future." Ronda Roxbury is a single mother and delivery driver… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Gatlin Family

"A home is so much more than just a place to live. It's our safe place, our comfort and a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mboko-Mwando Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a community that helps to build beautiful homes for people." Olivier Mboko and Marie Mwando are… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Letthand Family

"I am building because my children deserve a place to call home." Latoya Letthand is a Licensed Practical Nurse at… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Williams-Thompson Family

"My house will be my home. Our home will be a lovely blessing for me and my grandkids when they… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Padron Family

"Take your baby step to walking and opening the door to your future. We did." Rosario (Rosie) Padron is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Christopher Family

"Home is where love never ends and memories are made." Victoria Christopher is an Office Assistant for Reece Builders Windows/Doors… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Simmons Family

"For first time in my life, I will never have to move again." Mechelle Simmons is a CNA at East… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Murray Family

"My biggest goal as a mother is to provide a safe, stable, and happy home for my children." Jevenni Murray… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Craft Family

"I can finally give my kids stability and a foundation that will last a lifetime." India Craft has been a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Vazquez Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a program that gives families the opportunity of a lifetime!" Lisandra Vazquez is a Surgical Technologist… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Cole Family

"I will be a homeowner, not a renter. My children and I will have spaces of our own and I… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Lockhart Family

"I am building because I want my children to have some place to call home." Kasey Lockhart is a customer… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Simmons Family

"My house will be my peace, my confidence, my world, and will mean everything to my kids and I." Lecia… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mercurio Family

"Home is where I want to be and where I am the happiest." Amanda Mercurio is an administrative assistant for… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Antone Family

"I am building because I want to have a solid foundation to provide my kids a bright future." Homeownership has… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Myers Family

"My house will be our serenity and stabilization." Norma Myers is a Certified Pawnbroker for Ezcorp and a single mother… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Scott Family

"My life will be different because my family is living in a better environment. We will build strength and stability."… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jackson Family

"I already smiled a lot before I was accepted to the program. Now...I'm grinning within." Agnes Jackson Night Auditor/Front Desk… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Pici Family

"We are looking forward to every aspect of our home, from the front porch to the back walls and everything… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mims Family

"Home is where peace, protection and safety is." Rosalyn Mims is an H.R. associate for the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Keys Family

"I am ready to come home and enjoy something that I have worked so hard for!" Tabitha Keys and her… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Hayes Family

"I am looking forward to security and to know that we have a safe forever home." Homeownership was once a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McLeod Family

"My house will be a stepping stone to life's adventures." Breanna McLeod is a Registered Medical Assistant for Neuspine Institute… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Davis Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a feeling of home." Single mom of two and dog mom of two, Alisha Davis, is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Feaster Family

"Habitat is a great opportunity to experience helping families fulfill a dream they may have never thought would come true."… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Booth Family

"Home is where the heart is and home is what you make it. I plan to make this home everything… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Durante Family

"Habitat for Humanity is where we discover we are all connected, where we experience an extraordinary burst of evolutionary change,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Bingham Family

"Do what you can do to help yourself, then step out on faith because everything does not have to be… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Brooks Family

Kylee, a hard-working mother, is working through the Habitat homeownership program for her three-month-old son, Kaison. She currently works three… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jackson Family

"We will have a place to call OURS. We will be able to make decisions together about OUR home." Lawanda… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Philie Family

"I want a bright future for me and my son. I want us to be successful in life and building… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jones Family

"I want to give my family a HOME not just a house, a solid foundation!" Chantel Jones is a bus… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mitchell Family

"I am building because I want to be able to provide for my children and myself a safe and stable… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Lathan Family

"I had a dream of giving my daughter's a home for over 14 years. They will finally see my dreams… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Middlebrooks Family

"Becoming a homeowner with the assistance of the Habitat for Humanity program will give my girls and I the security… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Huff Family

"I want to be able to see my growth as a person into a providing mother. I'm ready to see… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mensah Family

"Habitat for Humanity makes dreams come true." Deborah Mensah is a 27-year-old Certified Nursing Assistant from Ghana. She has worked… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McKinnie-Clayton Family

"Knowledge is power. The knowledge I learn from this program, I can teach other potential participants." Porscha McKinnie and James… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McKenzie Family

“I am building a home because I am securing a future for my children.” Veronica is a single mother of… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Wolfson Family

"Home is where your mind is at peace and you can allow yourself to relax and regroup. A place to… Read More
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300th Milestone Homeowner Bio: The Harrell Family

"Because of Habitat, I can provide my children with the stability I had as a child." Tamara Harrell became Habitat… Read More
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400th Milestone Homeowner Bio: The Piantadosi Family

On March 24th, 2017, Amanda Piantadosi became Habitat of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties' 400th homeowner. After many hours of… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Lvea Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a prayer come true in a desperate time of need." Sophal Lvea is a single mother… Read More
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200th Milestone Homeowner Bio: The Dawson Family

 "Habitat for Humanity is a wonderful blessing for families to be able to have." Back in 2010, Tina Dawson and… Read More
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500th Milestone Homeowner Bio: The Currie Family

"I know the value of ownership. This set up my life for the better and I can't wait to pay… Read More
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100th Milestone Homeowner Bio: The Caldwell Family

"Home is where my family grows together." Altamease Caldwell closed on her Habitat Home back in December of 2002, making… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Hunter Family

"Home is where you set the foundation and make it your own." Evette Hunter is a Waste Water Collections Technician… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Cowan Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a chance for dreams to come true." Aaron and Leah Cowan are hardworking parents that are… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Cruz Family

"My future will feel way more secure and satisfying knowing we have something we can call our own." Evelisse Cruz… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Brown Family

"With the world as it is today, there is nothing but joy with all these people from this program coming… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Adras Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a blessing to so many and without this program, I wouldn't have the opportunity to be… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Taylor Family

"Never be afraid to try. I always doubted myself. Now I'm putting me and my children first." Tomeka Taylor is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Gil Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a bridge for families to achieve the dream of homeownership." Crisnely Gil, a commercial photographer who… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Liham Family

"When you volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, know this: Your precious time and sweat is helping families to become a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dean Family

"Everyone here at Habitat that I have had the opportunity to work with makes you feel like family." Angela, a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Christman Family

"I want to build a strong foundation for my son and have a home that he will be able to… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Quarterman Family

"Home is where my story will begin." Da'jua, a Life Insurance Agent/Customer Service Representative for New York Life, is working… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Holmes Family

"I am building because I want my kids to actually have a home that is theirs!" Darriel Holmes is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bios: The Eddy Family

"Habitat for Humanity is hope. It isn't just building a house and that's it. It's a foundation built on love,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McGriff Family

"I want to be an example to show other families that owning a home is possible. Securing a better future… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Thompson Family

"A home was the first thing Abbey asked for when Make-A-Wish granted her a wish. It’s up to me to… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The de Zengotita Family

"I feel like after having a Habitat home would be the beginning of my life's journey." Carmen de Zengotita is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Baxter Family

"I will live in my home with an abundance of prosperity." Lakesha Baxter is a Recreation Center Assistant at the… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Crawford Family

  "The teamwork, the love, the smiles, the inspiration, the advise and tips, the new friends and networks, the feeling… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dennis Family

“I have always dreamed of being a homeowner and having somewhere we could call our own.” Martha, a mother of… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Brown Family

"By lending a helping hand to others in the Habitat program you become a blessing by paying it forward." Gericka… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Hadley Family

"I want to teach my children that every brick adds up. You may start off with one and end up… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jordan Family

"I can not wait to sit on my porch thanking God for the amazing journey and telling my grandchildren 'nana… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Blanks Family

"Habitat for Humanity is an amazing organization and now a part of my family." Uriah Blanks is a single mother… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Lovelady Family

"My house will be a place of love and laughter. It will be a place where we can gather around… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McCammon Family

"Habitat for Humanity is a program that helps people that want to help themselves and does everything they can to… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Mitchell Family

"I am building because I must set the foundation for my children to follow my footsteps." Kiera Mitchell is a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jack Family

"Habitat for Humanity is not a hand out but a hand up to a new and improved life, a fresh… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Nazario Family

"I am so looking forward to see my son's face when he sees our house and I’m so excited to… Read More
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Homeowner Bios: The Duncans Family

"Habitat has offered us the opportunity to show how encouraging, uplifting, and hardworking my family can be." Essence Duncans, is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Bair Family

"I want to build a more stable life and future for myself and to set an example for my friends… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Francis Family

"I believe my future for myself and my family will be bright! It will give us the chance to do… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Roundtree Family

"I am building because I want a better future for myself and my family." Annie Roundtree is a Concierge CNA… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jordan Family

"My forever home, a blessing, a place where I can watch my son grow in a safe environment and a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Pinckney Family

"The work that is being done is amazing, and the feeling you get after helping secure somebody a home is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Sakers Family

"Home is where you build the foundations of a brighter future with your family". Aurora Sakers was thrilled when she… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Howard Family

“I want a foundation to build financial success.  A home of my own is that foundation.” Debra has worked for… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Ray Family

“Habitat for Humanity is life changing.”  Jasmin Ray, an office assistant for Pinellas County Housing Authority and mother of two… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Cuellar Family

"This process has taught me that I am a strong person, and can accomplish so many things with the help… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Snipes Family

"For the first time, we will know what it feels like to be home." Asia, a mother of two daughters… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Roserie Family

"I am building for my daughter. Habitat for Humanity is a great opportunity for a new beginning." Miguel has worked… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Flounory Family

"I am going to appreciate my house so much more knowing that I put so many hours into it." Loraine,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Gessner Family

"I want to build a future for myself, and being a homeowner is that first step. I am ready to… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Haygood Family

Amanda, a Habitat homeowner candidate, has worked in the medical field as a CNA for about thirteen years, while juggling… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Smith Family

"This home will be a place for my daughter to grow and receive all of the love and memories that… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Baker Family

"I am a person of strong determination, and one of my goals has always been to lay a good foundation… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Johnson Family

Janique, a Lead Allergy Technician and mother to Javontae, is coming to the end of the Habitat program. They will… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Triffo Family

"I am building because I am prepared for this next season of life and the journey it will come with."… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Graham Family

"Having something to pass down generations is so special." Brenda, a Certified Medical Assistant, and her children will soon be… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The McCray Family

"I am building because it gives me self-worth. I will have freedom, comfort, and a piece of mind." Rosita, a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Howard Family

"Home is where family goes to celebrate life. A place to gather and cherish memories and create new ones." Deb… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Jackson Family

"This house is going to help me reach my goals. The Habitat program makes me feel comfortable knowing I can… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Vongphakdy Family

"Working together with our friends and family to build this home is such a wonderful opportunity. Everything we've learned is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Summerlin Family

"This process took a lot, but the end is so rewarding. I will be making memories with my loving daughter."… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Clarke Family

"I look forward to all of the new wonderful memories that will come with my new home, and the fact… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rodriguez Family

"I want our future children and each generation after to have a secure place to live. Owning a home will… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rivera Family

"Habitat came to us in a time where we thought hope was lost, but now we have our strength back… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Blain Family

"Home is where I can spend time with my loved ones in a safe and affordable house." Pierre, a Medical… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Horton Family

"We will finally have a place to call our own, that we worked so hard to get. We now have… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dailey Family

Sandra, a Medical Assistant and Advocate for Clearwater Free Clinic, is working towards her forever home with Habitat. She is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Danh Family

"It's a different feeling when you help build your home. Something I will cherish forever." Tiffany, A Medical Primary Care… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Pedigo Family

"I need to do this for my kids. They will always have a home that their own mom helped build."… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Etheridge Family

"If you truly want to help someone out, what better way then to help them build their safe place, their… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Brehmer Family

"It means the world to me to have the opportunity to be in this organization. I am building a foundation… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Parker Family

"My Habitat house will be a place to call home. A place where we can create wonderful memories."  Arneisha, a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Arteaga Family

Carlos and Teresa are working towards having a forever home for their two daughters, Ana and Carla. Carlos has worked… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Watson Family

"I imagine coming home every day to our home build by the love and dedication of a great community." Michelle,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Dorsey Family

"This is a blessing for my family. We are building a better future for our kids." Myquesha and Kevin are… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The White Family

"Seeing homes being built for all the families before me goes to show that dedication and hard work pay off!"… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Fields Family

“My daughter and I can have stability and a place to grow.” Brittany currently works as a Medical Assistant, and… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Fleuriot Family

"Every day we are in need of this home. It will be so great for my family." Warnel, a 9-year… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Traxel Family

"Knowing that I have my own home, where I can raise my kids, save money, and provide for my family… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rosa Portillo Family

“It is not going to be easy, but every single step we take is going to be worth it.” The… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Ndabakuranye Family

“My house will be beautiful. It will be a fresh start for my family and I to make new memories… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Kopp Family

“I am starting my journey to a happier life.” Stephen Kopp, a disabled US Army Veteran, is working towards his… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Kazalla Family

“My children will always have a place to call home and memories that will last a lifetime.” Sherri, a general… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Cole Family

“Home is where you make loving memories with your loved ones” Babytee, a Nursing Assistant and mother of one, is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Worthen Family

“I’ll feel so relieved once I receive my keys, and can walk through my door.” Ebony, a hardworking mother of… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Baur Family

“This will be the most amazing gift I could ever receive, which is a forever home for my kids.” Michelle,… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Harrell Family

“Myself and my wife were overjoyed that we would be able to give our children a safe and forever home.”… Read More
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Homeowner bio: The Lamb Family

“Earning sweat equity hours can be challenging while having children and working a full time job, but its possible and… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Wesley Family

“My house will be my safe place. My house will be my comfort place.” While raising 3 children, Catherine has… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Ross Family

“I am building because I believe this program is what’s best for my family.” Robin grew up in Pinellas County,… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Spooner Family

“I am building because Habitat is giving us an opportunity for a better future.” Shannon and Kathryn are relieved to… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Woodard Family

“This is something that I can finally call mine. My house will be my comfort zone, and forever home covered… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Bishop Family

“The rewards of giving your time, sweat, and love will be forever memories and a priceless feeling of giving.” “My… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Coppola Family

When Siouxzen entered the Habitat program, her and her two children were sharing a space with her mother. “We had… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Reno Family

“Finally I’m in a position where I can do this for myself, and stand on my own as a homeowner.… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Meet Carla Jamison, Veterans Build 2018 Homeowner

“When we serve, it is a job. But you would also give your life to make sure that everyone at… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Resa Family

"Our home will have an awesome story that we can share with everyone who enters.” “Our family of three is… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Kathryn Spooner

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Ebony Worthen

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Jontrice Williams

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Angela Reno

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Regina Daniels

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Tyree Reynolds

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Chris & Amanda Resa

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Amanda Shipman

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Positivity Update: Jessica Bishop

Here at Habitat, we understand that these uncertain times can be difficult for everyone. Many are homebound for the upcoming… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Sanders Family

“Having a secure and strong foundation will open the doors to so many life changing events for my family. “… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Massey Family

“With my new home I will be giving something to my family that I never had as a child. A… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Castro Salas Family

“I am building because there is nothing better than my sweet home.” Yesenia, a surgical technician, worked towards homeownership so… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Hogan-Holmes Family

“Home is where you can have a piece of mind.” Endia and Jasmine closed on their Habitat home in July… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Williams Family

“My children inspired me to never give up on my goal, and to keep pushing. My house will be our… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Filer Family

“My home will change my whole life.” Karen has been working in the nursing field for eighteen years, with 5… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Whitehead Family

“I would have never thought I would be a homeowner in my mid-twenties due to the fact that interest is… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Myers-Peterson Family

“We all play a small portion in our community but together we can do and build great things!” Allison, a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Washington Family

“This is an opportunity to promote my own growth in life through hard work and dedication.” William, a single father… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Watson Family

“I will be the first of my family to be a homeowner. My mother has never owned a home, so… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Reynolds Family

“I’m working for something I never had. I’m getting a home.” Tyree, a hardworking mother of two, has been working… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Sanchez Family

“I am building because it will allow me to create a brighter future for my son and open doors for… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Climes Family

“The way you enter the program is not how you will exit the program. If you trust and embrace the… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Taylor Family

“I am truly blessed to be chosen for this program and am very grateful for the opportunity.” “We are a… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Smith Family

“A vision without action stays a dream. So trust God, believe in yourself, and never have too much pride to… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Bryant Family

“The Habitat program is a marathon, not a sprint. There are many unique experiences and so much to learn along… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Daniels Family

“I want to give my daughter a stable home. A place that she can feel safe at all times.” “I… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Wise Family

“I am building to have a fresh start for my family.” The Wise family are a very close-knit family who… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Carradero Family

“I am looking forward to learning as much as possible, so when I am a homeowner I can do these… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Voliton Family

“This will make such an impact on me and my children, because it will be our place that we have… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Feeley-Roache Family

“I am building because my children deserve a clean, safe home to call their own.” Allison, a patient care technician,… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Robinette Family

“This is a once in a lifetime situation. I’m determined to succeed, and God has given me the tools I… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Ross Family

“I am building because my children and I need a home that we can forever call our own.” LaShawn, a… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rodriguez Family

“Our house will be our legacy to our children and our future. It will be a place that we built… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Trauger Family

“I am building because I want to be a community leader. To help others as well as ourselves.” Family means… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Munn Family - 2020 Women's Build

“My house will be built with love, hard work, and dedication. I cannot thank everyone enough for their help.” “God… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rubio-Rodriguez Family

“I looked forward to the future of saying ‘I have arrived at my home-sweet-home!’” Lester and Brenda have been married… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Rengifo Hernandez Family

“At last our dreams of having our own home are being fulfilled.” The Rengifo-Hernandez family moved here from Ecuador in… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Watson Family

“All of the work I’ve done has prepared me for my home. Now that I’m a Habitat homeowner, I can… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Bostic Family

Tiffany is not only building a home, but she is building stability for her family. She is looking forward to… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Nash Family

The Nash family is full of hard-working and loving individuals who give back to those around them. “I am building… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Brown Family

The Brown family is looking to start their own legacy, and start a family in their home. “We are a… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Dorsey Family

“I imagine my son having his own space. I imagine having some alone time. I imagine hosting Christmas and Thanksgiving… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Simmons Family

Shadai, a Youth Development Coordinator at Ready for Life, is a mother to two children, Javarius and Laylonnie. “My family… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Home Repair Bio: The Dentry Family

The Dentry family has lived in their home since 1999. Jeff, a Marine Corps Veteran of the US Reserves, was… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Holmes Family

Brittany is a loving mom and aunt to Lanard and Jayden. She became Lanard’s legal guardian when she was just… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Parks Family

Ashley, a nursing assistant and mother to three, is working to show her children that hard work pays off. “I… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Moss Family

Rhasheka, a nurse at All Children’s Hospital, is close to graduating from the University of South Florida with plans to… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Stewart Family

Rory, a Career Counselor, and mother to three works hard and loves her family to the fullest. “I will go… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Ferguson Family

While raising her three children, Veronica has worked in the medical field as a Resident Aide, Phlebotomist, and now in… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Tubah Family

The Tubah family is full of love, laughter, and determination. “We are a family that loves to be together. Most… Read More
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Homeowner Bio: The Gordon Family

The Gordon family moved to the United States five years ago from Jamaica. “My mom moved to America when I… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Cottner Family

  The Cottner family felt instant relief when they were accepted into the Habitat program. Kelly describes herself and her… Read More
Homeowner Bios

Homeowner Bio: The Williams Family

“I am always looking for an opportunity to do better, and achieve greatness. I thrive on challenge and constantly set… Read More