Working together to build an affordable family home: Alethia’s story
Editor’s note: Alethia closed on her home in July 2020. Congratulations to Alethia and her family! Thank you to our amazing supporters who helped give Alethia a hand up to homeownership. Alethia and her family can’t help but regularly drive by the site of their...
Study: Stable, safe housing can mean better heart health
A lack of adequate, safe housing can have a major impact on physical well-being, according to a recent study cited in “The Importance of Housing and Cardiovascular Health and Well-Being,” a new Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association published in the...
Grosvenor Services serves the community with Habitat Orlando & Osceola
A desire to support local grass roots organizations that directly impact the community led Grosvenor Services to Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County in 2016. Deeply moved by Habitat Orlando & Osceola’s mission, the cleaning and facilities...
This is the hourly pay you need to afford rent in Central Florida
Full-time workers in the Orlando metropolitan area need to make $24 an hour to afford a two-bedroom rental home without spending more than the recommended 30% of their income, according to a report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition. This number is...
KMI International finds building alongside Habitat Orlando & Osceola rewarding
For KMI International, partnering with Habitat Orlando & Osceola’s team feels like working with family, said Genesis Salazar, KMI’s Human Resources Manager. The project management and construction consulting firm has had a direct impact on Habitat Orlando &...
A message from our president and CEO: Habitat Orlando & Osceola is building back
Just three months ago, I wrote to you as Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County, like the rest of the community, was dealing with the initial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, I asked you to bring hope home to the families Habitat serves. We...
Busting Habitat Orlando & Osceola myths and misconceptions
Despite nearly 35 years of empowering people to achieve their dreams of homeownership, there are still some misconceptions about Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County’s mission and homeownership programs. We want to bust those myths, and keep our...
Explore Habitat Orlando & Osceola’s homes – and program – on a virtual HabiTour
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County’s HabiTours are a fun way for our supporters to not only get a complete look at our homes, but also to learn about our homeownership program and its impact! In this time of social distancing, we...
Learn about the path to become a homeowner with Habitat Orlando & Osceola
The way to become a homeowner with Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County isn't easy, but it's designed to help future homeowners develop the skills necessary to succeed as homeowners. The work starts with ensuring that you’re financially ready to...