Habitat for Humanity Sarasota recently hosted its More Than Houses annual meeting and fellowship luncheon, bringing together donors, volunteers, homeowners, and community partners to celebrate the life-changing work made possible by their support. The event highlighted the true meaning behind “More Than Houses.” Habitat Sarasota is a builder, developer, lender, retailer, and educator, working in…
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This year, Habitat for Humanity Sarasota proudly celebrates 40 years of building hope, stability, and opportunity in our community. At Habitat Sarasota, we are more than homes; we are a developer, builder, lender, retailer, and educator. These roles allow us to create affordable housing solutions, provide essential repairs, operate a ReStore that sustains our mission,…
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Habitat Sarasota proudly celebrated a major milestone: the completion of Hammock Place. Nestled in a quiet Sarasota community, this gated neighborhood of 40 affordable homes represents more than just housing; it’s a symbol of what’s possible when compassion meets action. The celebration brought together community partners, sponsors, volunteers, and most importantly, the families who now…
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To every single person who has lifted a hammer, painted a wall, helped behind the scenes, or simply showed up with heart and purpose, THANK YOU! Your dedication creates moments like this, a child’s drawing of her family in front of their future Habitat Sarasota home. A place they have dreamed of and will soon…
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A huge THANK YOU to all the incredible women who participated in the 2025 Habitat Sarasota Women Build! Your dedication, hard work, and passion made this event truly special. This year, 40 amazing women united with one shared mission: to build affordable homes for families in our community. Through teamwork and determination, they helped transform…
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Habitat for Humanity Sarasota celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2025, commemorating four decades of building strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. Since its founding in 1985, Habitat Sarasota has been dedicated to serving Sarasota families in need, transforming lives, and strengthening the community one home at a time. Over the past 40 years, Habitat…
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On Wednesday, November 29th, Habitat Sarasota celebrated our annual meeting and fellowship luncheon, embracing the theme “Be the Change.” We came together to celebrate our homeowner’s new path, thank our valued volunteers, and recognize our amazing partners and donors while sharing our life-changing impact. Guest speaker Paula Reed inspired the crowd by highlighting the remarkable…
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Update: November 16, 2021 Habitat for Humanity Sarasota is committed to transparency. During the virtual event held on November 16, they reported their Impact to the Community, announced the 2022 Board of Directors, and thanked the volunteers and community partners. “The prescription for improved health, happiness, higher education, financial stability, and a brighter future starts…
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Upon her lease renewal, Ariel was notified of a $250 monthly increase. Although working full time as a front office medical clerk, Ariel was extremely rent-burdened. She paid nearly 40% of her gross monthly income toward rent to live in substandard and overcrowding conditions. According to the Office of Housing and Urban Development, affordable housing…
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Habitat for Humanity Sarasota partnered with Sunset Automotive Group, Stock Development, Publix Supermarkets Charities, and Warrick Dunn Charities to make dreams a reality for two single mothers in Sarasota. They both became first-time homeowners through Habitat Sarasota’s affordable homeownership program, and on July 13, Erica and Lauren were each greeted with the unexpected gifts of a $5,000 down-payment…
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