Ms. Ibarra’s motto is “You should never lose hope,” but with a roof leak and the fear of being fropped by her homeowner’s insurance carries, she began to lose hope. Ms. Ibarra stated, “I was in fear. The leak was getting worse, and I didn’t know what to do.” Finally, after many calls to local…
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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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Help Bridge the Gap in Affordability A lot has changed since Habitat for Humanity Sarasota was founded in 1985. A time before cell phones, personal computers, and the internet. A time when University Parkway was called County Line Road. Back then, Habitat Sarasota could build a home for $35,000. Today, costs to build an affordable…
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Habitat Sarasota makes an impact in the community while building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. Habitat for Humanity Sarasota held their annual meeting on November 13, 2020 via Zoom with approximately 45 people in attendance. At the meeting the Community Impact from July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 was presented by Board Chair,…
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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.
What happens when ‘stay at home’ means staying in an unhealthy place? As a result of COVID-19, more than 300 million people in 42 states have been asked to “stay at home” — and now more than ever, home is everything. Home is the place to stay safe from a global pandemic. And for many…
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