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Habitat for Humanity Detroit Named 2023 Habitat Affiliate of the Year

Habitat for Humanity Detroit Named 2023 Habitat Affiliate of the Year 1200 800 habitatdetroit

Habitat for Humanity Detroit is proud to announce that it has been awarded the title of 2023 Habitat Affiliate of the Year (large affiliate category) to be recognized at Habitat for Humanity of Michigan’s Affiliates in Motion (AIM) annual conference on October 24, 2023. This esteemed recognition is a testament to Habitat for Humanity Detroit’s unwavering commitment to affordable housing, community development, and transformative impact.

The selection process for this award was based on accomplishments and innovations over the last year, and Habitat for Humanity Detroit excelled in various key criteria:

  1. Homes Built
  2. Home Repairs
  3. Veterans Served
  4. Community Impact
  5. Partnership with HFHM
  6. New Innovations
  7. Advocacy Involvement

This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of Habitat for Humanity Detroit’s staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters who share the vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to call home.

“It is such an honor to be chosen as this year’s Affiliate of the Year in the Large Affiliate category. Habitat Detroit is proud to be able to offer new homes, critical home repairs, and homeowner education to so many Detroiters,” said Habitat Detroit CEO Stephanie Osterland. “We’re thankful to the Habitat for Humanity of Michigan organization, local and national businesses for their monetary and volunteer support, and to the people of Detroit for trusting us as partners in their homeownership journey.”

Habitat for Humanity Detroit remains committed to its mission and looks forward to continuing its work to create a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Barton Malow Provides Hands-On Learning Experience While Helping Detroit Homeowners

Barton Malow Provides Hands-On Learning Experience While Helping Detroit Homeowners 1200 800 habitatdetroit

Thirty-five interns at Barton Malow recently gathered to lay new driveways, sidewalks, and a back porch for homeowners in Detroit. The company worked with Habitat for Humanity Detroit (HFHD) on the project and donated the materials and time to make the improvements happen.

The work took place at homes located on Maryland Ave. in Detroit. One home is an existing site that HFHD has been making improvements to recently. That home received a new driveway and front walk. Another project the interns tackled was at a newly built home by HFHD, which now has a driveway, front walk, and back porch landing. Barton Malow interns also aided with wall prep and siding installation at the homes.

The learning experience, which included hands-on training to lay concrete forms and pour concrete, is the latest in the partnership between HFHD and Barton Malow. The company made a generous donation to HFHD earlier this year to further support HFHD’s mission of providing affordable, safe, and quality homes in the City of Detroit.

Habitat for Humanity Detroit and National Guard Association of Michigan Joined Forces on Sept. 11 to Rehab Army Veteran’s Home

Habitat for Humanity Detroit and National Guard Association of Michigan Joined Forces on Sept. 11 to Rehab Army Veteran’s Home 1200 800 habitatdetroit

Patriot Day is a day of reflection and remembrance. It can also serve as a day to honor those who served our country. That’s what National Guard Association of Michigan and Habitat for Humanity Detroit did this Sept. 11.

The two organizations came together to perform critical home repairs for Army Veteran Kevin Vann. National Guard Association of Michigan funded the repairs and sent volunteers to complete the work alongside Habitat for Humanity Detroit. The repairs were to a home at 7415 Woodrow Wilson St. in Detroit.

“We’re grateful to have teamed up with National Guard Association of Michigan on 9/11 to repair this Veteran’s home,” said Stephanie Osterland, Habitat for Humanity Detroit’s Executive Director. “We were previously able to provide a roof replacement for Mr. Vann, and know that these home repairs made his home safer and more comfortable to live in.” 

Commitment to the country and Detroit runs deep in the Vann family. During basic training, Kevin Vann learned that his parents had been murdered. Despite this incredible tragedy, he returned to finish basic training after laying his parents to rest. He served in the Army at Fort Hood, TX, and after returned to Detroit to work for the city and later at Henry Ford Hospital. All three of his children are active duty military, with one each serving in the Army, Navy, and Air Force. 

Helping Build a Better Future: Advance Plumbing Partners with Habitat for Humanity Detroit

Helping Build a Better Future: Advance Plumbing Partners with Habitat for Humanity Detroit 1200 800 habitatdetroit

At Advance Plumbing and Heating Supply, the sister company to Rebuilding Detroit, we are passionate about helping our local community thrive, which is why we have partnered with Habitat for Humanity Detroit. Our goal is to aid the organization’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing for those in need. We are proud to say that we have already made progress towards that goal, and we’re excited to continue this partnership for many years to come. Our employees have volunteered their skills and time to restore a home for a first-time homebuyer.

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