Homeowner Stories

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Johnson Family

"Home is where love and dreams join together." Joselyn Johnson is a patient placement representative at Baycare who is a… Read More

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Davis Family

"My house will be a place of peace, faith, hope and love." Nykisha Davis is a single mother, student, worker,… Read More

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Suazo Family

"Habitat for Humanity is an organization that has completely blown my mind. Their mission is to truly help families create… Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Etheridge Family

"My kids and I are starting completely over so starting with Habitat for Humanity on a new journey on our… Read More

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

Homeowner Bio: The Francis Family

"It will give us the chance to do the things we have never been able to do before! I have… Read More

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

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Duncans Family

“We strive for greatness by taking on challenges with an optimistic attitude. Habitat has offered us the opportunity to show… Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Libertini-Triffo Family

"This home will allow us to build a community. We have individuals on this journey with us, and connections across… Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Homeowner Bio: The Carvallo Family

"In life, you either have results or excuses. I no longer accept having excuses after having this opportunity to accomplish… Read More

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

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

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

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

"I have always dreamed of being a homeowner and having somewhere we could call our own." Martha, a mother of… Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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 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

Homeownership Program FAQs

Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties builds and sells homes at no profit and no interest to… Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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

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

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 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 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

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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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 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 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 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

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 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 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

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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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