Posts by Habitat Dekalb
Lending hands and hearts to keep seniors at home safely
Another successful home repair project is underway at Habitat DeKalb for deserving senior, Ms. Debbie of DeKalb County. The construction team, aided by dedicated volunteers, have accomplished many of the…
Read MoreGiving locally and globally
We recently heard from Steve Cook, the newest member of the Tithe team at Habitat for Humanity International. He’s new to the Tithe team but has spent several years supporting…
Read MoreYour guide to the child tax credit
If you have children and your income is below a certain level, you will get money starting in July for every child you have under 18. Then you’ll get the…
Read MoreServing those that served: Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project
Ronald, a U.S. Army veteran, husband, father of four, grandfather of 15, and Ellenwood resident, received a new roof on July 1st thanks to ARAC Roof It Forward, an Owens…
Read MoreThis Saturday: You’re Invited! 2 Home Dedications in 1 day!
You’re Invited!! Thanks to all of you, we did it! We have worked hard, and let nothing stop us from reaching our goal. Through one of the toughest years, you…
Read MoreStarting over with a Habitat Home
One in 7 households in the U.S. pay half or more of their income on a place to live. That means the rest of their paycheck has to cover all…
Read MoreNo more basement bail-out: Two Army Veterans & a Home Depot Foundation Grant
Bailing out your basement every time it rains in Georgia is not a great way to spend your retirement from the Army. Mitchell and Estella can attest to that statement.…
Read MoreLong-time partners help us build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter
We are fortunate at Habitat for Humanity – DeKalb to have many long-time, committed partners that donate and volunteer with us on a regular basis. These organizations help ensure that…
Read MoreWe salute older Americans during Older Americans Month & throughout the year
May is Older Americans Month. It is a time to recognize the contributions of older adults across the nation. Here at Habitat for Humanity – DeKalb, the average age of…
Read MoreA new home is stability & a safe place to play
The last year has presented some challenges for all of us to varying degrees. At Habitat for Humanity – DeKalb, we are in the business of building strength, stability and…
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