by Habitat for Humanity | Jan 15, 2023 | news
New England winters can get pretty gray, but at Habitat Greater Boston, we’re always thinking green. That’s because we’re working hard to make sure that every home we build is energy efficient and sustainable. We know that building green...
by Habitat for Humanity | Jan 10, 2023 | news
Thank you to the incredible volunteers who contributed a total of 4,800 hours helping build affordable homes for hardworking Greater Boston families in 2022! We couldn’t do it without you! Volunteers contribute 70% of the labor that goes into building Habitat...
by Habitat for Humanity | Jan 2, 2023 | news
Habitat Greater Boston is gearing up for one of our busiest years yet, with two homes near completion, another five already underway, and plans to break ground on 17 more. In the next few months, Abdi and Justine and their families are expected to finally move into...
by Habitat for Humanity | Dec 15, 2022 | news
It’s been a busy year at Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston, and we’re so proud of all we’ve accomplished, thanks to our staff, partner families, and dedicated supporters. Here are just some of the highlights from 2022: Two homes completed...
by Habitat for Humanity | Dec 1, 2022 | news
Stephen and Arlene moved to Boston from South Carolina in 2009 to pursue work and a better future. When they arrived, they worked three jobs between them and were still barely able to afford rent and utilities in a two-bedroom attic apartment where they lived with...
by Habitat for Humanity | Nov 18, 2022 | news
When you think of Habitat Greater Boston, you might picture volunteers raising a wall or painting a bedroom. These are important – and fun – parts of that process, but ultimately, building homes is just the means to an end. Our true objective is to make the dream of...
by Habitat for Humanity | Nov 12, 2022 | news
In recognition of the volunteer support and community effort that is at the heart of Habitat Greater Boston’s mission, we engaged graphic design students from Bridgewater State University to create a special logo to celebrate our 35th anniversary. Nicole Johnson...
by Habitat for Humanity | Nov 10, 2022 | news
In 1987, a group of volunteers in Dorchester came together with the goal of addressing the neighborhood’s need for more affordable housing. Despite many hurdles, they eventually accomplished their goal of serving three families by completing construction on a cluster...
by Habitat for Humanity | Oct 29, 2022 | news
Habitat Greater Boston CEO Jim Kostaras, new homeowners Mostafa and Laila, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, and the couple’s children pose for a photo at a home dedication ceremony on Oct. 29, 2022. MALDEN – On the morning of Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, Habitat for...
