A home isn’t just four walls; it’s a sanctuary that provides safety and stability for a family. For Sherae, a devoted mother of two—8-year-old Abel and toddler Kane—home means just that: a secure place where her family can thrive. Their lives revolve around family time, attending church on Sundays, and cheering at Abel’s soccer games
Says Norma, “You learn so many new things—things you never thought you’d do. The team is incredible. If you have questions, they’re always there to help.” The family’s youngest child, Daleysa, frequently asks, “Did you go make the house today?” Norma chuckled. “She’s so excited and happy about the new house.” For Ricardo and Norma,
An improvement from her life unhoused, Tiffany’s current residence still presents struggles. Says Tiffany about being accepted into Habitat Tucson’s program, “It’s honestly an answer to a prayer, because it’s hard where I’m living. Some stuff doesn’t work, like our water heater, and I can’t really ask for it to be fixed because they raise
“I know that a few people that I’ve met in the program will be lifelong friends, hopefully neighbors. We still just speak every day, we make plans, go to church together. Like all of us, we’re just supposed to be in this. This time was perfect for all of us.” – Desirae For almost a
“Home is where I can live decently, where my kids can be safe and have privacy. It’s going to make a big difference for us. It’s going to be a relief. We won’t have to fight for the bathroom anymore, and the kids will have their own rooms.” – Shamso For Shamso Abdi, life has
“[I am] so happy to be part of the program. I’ve also learned so much. I’m doing it with my 17-year-old daughter Lexi. She loves it and she encourages me on the days when I’m too tired.” – Yashira Yashira Vazquez dreams of a home for her three children, Lexi, Manuel, and Javier—a place where
In the early 2000s, a civil war erupted in northern Liberia, posing a significant threat to the Taylor government and dragging Liberia into a complicated conflict with Sierra Leone and Guinea. This turmoil resulted in the deaths of thousands of civilians and displaced many from their homes. Among those seeking refuge from the violence was
“I was deciding between choosing Habitat or a regular mortgage, and I just like how Habitat works. I was meeting other families, and I saw the process of it and how meaningful my house would be for me and my kids.” ~ Paloma Paloma Morales, a Tucson native, is a dedicated professional at the Pio
“You’re working with the people that are going to be your neighbors. They’re building what may be your home or your neighbors’ homes. You’re already establishing a sense of community, even before you’ve moved into your home.” ~ Jaime Jaime Woody recognizes the advantages of our Homebuyer Program, including a low mortgage rate, assistance with
“The big word that keeps coming at me is ‘peace.’ That’s how my life will change. To be able to raise my girls into a loving home to where they can feel at ease—it’s my number one thing.” ~ Maggie Maggie knows firsthand the benefits of the Habitat for Humanity housing program, as her sister
