Coming-of-age as a homeowner: Joelle’s story

Coming-of-age as a homeowner: Joelle’s story

For future homeowner Joelle, owning her own home is a coming-of-age accomplishment – a rite of passage. “It’s a personal accomplishment for myself as a woman to be able to do things for myself and by myself,” Joelle said. This single mom of two partnered with Habitat...
A chance for stability: Modline’s story

A chance for stability: Modline’s story

Future homeowner Modline and her 8-year-old daughter, Daniella, spent the last year searching for a stable place to live. Currently, they’re living in a one-bedroom apartment. Most of Daniella’s toys are in storage. There’s simply no room in the small home for all of...