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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Ramona was born in the Dominican Republic, and became a Permanent Resident 15 years ago with many hopes and dreams and a love for flowers. For the past 20 years, Ramona has taken her passion for floral design and made it a career. She loves creating original arrangements and the smiles and happiness they produce.…
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Jahnisha is a proud first-time homebuyer because of Habitat Sarasota. She is committed to her work at the Childcare Center. She cares for the children of hospital staff, doctors and nurses for the past three years. Vital work that is much needed and appreciated by the hospital staff, especially during a pandemic. Jahnishia is blessed…
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Summer is coming to an end and Samantha is preparing to start the new school year – from home. Her anxiety about her family’s living situation is gone. She is focused on setting up a home learning environment and enjoying moments like family bike rides. Samantha and Michael recently closed on their Habitat Sarasota home…
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Six families now have a foundation for hope and security during these uncertain times.
Reesa, like many Habitat homeowners, is an essential member of our community’s workforce. Thanks to Habitat Sarasota, she has a home for her daughters.
Diannah needed relief from a long commute, poor living conditions, annual rent increases, and overcrowded housing.
Colette applied for homeownership with Habitat Sarasota because she wanted to escape the burden of rising rent year after year.
Carlene now has a home she can afford and a permanent place to live thanks to the homeownership program at Habitat for Humanity Sarasota. Standing in what will soon be her new kitchen, she is beaming. She is dreaming about baking Christmas cake in her oven, something she hasn’t been able to do in years.…
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