Posts by Rayana Martin
Building a Foundation for Her Family’s Future
Shantescia dreams of providing a stable and secure home for her daughters—a place they can truly call their own. Right now, she and her girls live in a small two-bedroom…
Read MoreTogether, We’re Building More Than Homes
Families like Shantescia’s remind us why we do what we do. She dreams of providing a safe, stable home for her daughters—a place they can truly call their own. Through…
Read MoreNewsletter: November 2025
Together, We’re Building More Than Homes As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reminded of how powerful community can be when people come together to build something lasting. Families like Shantescia’s remind us…
Read MoreRaymond Carolina Handling Closes Out the Build for Shantescia’s Home
As the final volunteer group to serve on our Stone Mountain home build for future homeowner Shantescia, the team from Raymond Carolina Handling arrived with willing hearts and ready hands—eager…
Read MoreNuts & Bolts Newsletter: September 2025
https://mailchi.mp/dekalbhabitat/nuts-bolts-newsletter-september-2025
Read MoreEmployer Matching: A Simple Way to Double Your Impact
When donors look for meaningful ways to support families in need, they often focus on writing a check, giving online, or volunteering their time. What many don’t realize is that…
Read MoreA Veteran’s Story: Building Safety and Dignity at Home
When Anthony Hill Sr., a proud veteran, reached out to Habitat for Humanity DeKalb, his message carried both urgency and hope. His home, once a place of stability, had begun…
Read MoreSafe Homes, Dignified Living: How Habitat for Humanity DeKalb Supports Seniors
For many seniors in DeKalb County, simple daily tasks like taking a shower or entering their home safely can become overwhelming when age and health challenges set in. Elaine, a…
Read MoreNuts & Bolts Newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/dekalbhabitat/nuts-bolts-newsletter-august-2025
Read MoreFraming Hope: Thank You, Shallowford Presbyterian Church!
What a difference a week makes! When we last visited this home, only a few walls had gone up. But on Saturday, May 31st, thanks to the help of volunteers…
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