by Nancy Loughlin | Aug 14, 2020 | Advocacy
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County serves as a voice for people in need of decent housing – people like Carol Barnett. After struggling in unpleasant and overpriced apartments – despite her full time salary – Carol became a...
by Nancy Loughlin | Jul 30, 2020 | Advocacy
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...
by Lauren Delgado | Jul 17, 2020 | Advocacy, Our mission
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...
by Habitat Orlando & Osceola | Jun 12, 2020 | Advocacy
One year ago, Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County joined hundreds of Habitat for Humanity organizations across the country to advocate for affordable housing through a national campaign called Cost of Home. Through the 5-year campaign, we are...
by Lauren Delgado | May 4, 2020 | Advocacy, Bring Hope Home
On May 5, Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County is joining a global day of generosity and unity, Giving Tuesday Now. On this day, you can help us, and other organizations, as we continue to respond to the needs caused by COVID-19. With your help,...
by Lauren Delgado | Mar 25, 2020 | Advocacy
At this time in our nation’s history, we are realizing how immensely important it is to have a safe, affordable home as families face not only a public health crisis, but also an economic crisis due to the coronavirus pandemic. We need Habitat supporters to advocate...
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