build #72
Melissa
Melissa and her three daughters are a close-knit family thrilled to be building a permanent, affordable home with Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex in Ford City this year. While the girls are nervous about switching schools and making new friends they are all ready for the adventure (and hard work) that will come with building their new forever home. Melissa balances a challenging schedule in the health-care industry – with three growing girls she has yearned to set down roots in a home that can provide that sense of pride and independence that she has worked to create. Partnering with Habitat means her children will be able to settle into a new school, no longer worried about the “next move”. Making friends in a new community, investing in their future, and the ability to build an affordable geared-to-income home with the Habitat for Humanity is the hand up this young family needs to reach their full potential and follow their path to a bright and successful future.
Melissa
Melissa and her three daughters are a close-knit family thrilled to be building a permanent, affordable home with Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex in Ford City this year. While the girls are nervous about switching schools and making new friends they are all ready for the adventure (and hard work) that will come with building their new forever home. Melissa balances a challenging schedule in the health-care industry – with three growing girls she has yearned to set down roots in a home that can provide that sense of pride and independence that she has worked to create. Partnering with Habitat means her children will be able to settle into a new school, no longer worried about the “next move”. Making friends in a new community, investing in their future, and the ability to build an affordable geared-to-income home with the Habitat for Humanity is the hand up this young family needs to reach their full potential and follow their path to a bright and successful future.
build #73
Powerful Mother
The second family we would like to introduce that will be building with us during our 2022 Ford City Build is a young mom as well. Working full-time in a physically challenging job, struggling to create a healthy environment for her two young children she is proving to be a warrior. Facing incredible obstacles, the Habitat partnership offers a once in a life-time opportunity to build a stable and secure future for her young family that has struggled to find a place to safely set down roots. Space to grow and thrive, this mom’s hard work and commitment to her children is unparalleled. Building with Habitat Windsor-Essex will forever impact the lives of her children and provide a foundation on which they can focus on education, healthy living and quality family time that only comes from affordable, safe, secure home ownership.
Powerful Mother
The second family we would like to introduce that will be building with us during our 2022 Ford City Build is a young mom as well. Working full-time in a physically challenging job, struggling to create a healthy environment for her two young children she is proving to be a warrior. Facing incredible obstacles, the Habitat partnership offers a once in a life-time opportunity to build a stable and secure future for her young family that has struggled to find a place to safely set down roots. Space to grow and thrive, this mom’s hard work and commitment to her children is unparalleled. Building with Habitat Windsor-Essex will forever impact the lives of her children and provide a foundation on which they can focus on education, healthy living and quality family time that only comes from affordable, safe, secure home ownership.
Watch: St Luke - Ford City Build will welcomes 5 families and 19 children home
build #71
David and Helena
David and Helena received two amazing announcements during a phone call from Habitat Windsor-Essex in December 2021. The first was that they had reached the final stage of the application process and been approved as a Homeowner partner with Habitat Windsor-Essex. The next equally stunning news was that the home was already under construction and they would most likely be able to move in by April 2022! Stunned by their sudden good fortune they hurriedly began to volunteer as part of their Homeowner volunteer component, no small task with five young children and both parents working. Completing their volunteer hours split between the ReStore and the construction of their home, while maintaining their regular workload and care of five children, David and Helena celebrated their dedication and key ceremony on March 31st, 2022! Their excitement radiated, enthusiasm barely contained, this incredible family of seven is now in their permanent, safe home. Ready to begin making memories in their new community. Congratulations to David, Helena and their five children - as well as every volunteer and donor who helped to build their dream.
David and Helena
David and Helena received two amazing announcements during a phone call from Habitat Windsor-Essex in December 2021. The first was that they had reached the final stage of the application process and been approved as a Homeowner partner with Habitat Windsor-Essex. The next equally stunning news was that the home was already under construction and they would most likely be able to move in by April 2022! Stunned by their sudden good fortune they hurriedly began to volunteer as part of their Homeowner volunteer component, no small task with five young children and both parents working. Completing their volunteer hours split between the ReStore and the construction of their home, while maintaining their regular workload and care of five children, David and Helena celebrated their dedication and key ceremony on March 31st, 2022! Their excitement radiated, enthusiasm barely contained, this incredible family of seven is now in their permanent, safe home. Ready to begin making memories in their new community. Congratulations to David, Helena and their five children - as well as every volunteer and donor who helped to build their dream.
2021 - December 21st we welcomed three families
Home for the Holidays in Ford City!
Home for the Holidays in Ford City!
build #68
Josephat and Mapendo
A place to grow. That is the dream of the Rwamihigo Family. With five young children these ambitious parents yearn for a place to set down roots - literally and figuratively. They've looked forward to the day when their family can have a garden of their own and where their children can be certain their home is permanent and safe. Establishing themselves in Canada has required herculean effort for this family following their exit from the trouble filled conditions of the Congo - but they have succeeded. Education complete, both parents are working and providing for their large family. Try as they may though, the dream of a forever home had been out of their grasp. Housing costs keep rising and their dream of a safe, secure home seemed to be just that - a dream. With your help, the Rwamihigo Family now calls Ford City home, the children can finally spread their wings and thrive. Affordable mortgage payments will be the final piece of the puzzle needed for the Rwamihigos to be able to focus on the simple joy of watching their children thrive and grow in their forever home; sowing the seeds of a bright beautiful future for this amazing family. Josephat volunteered regularly at the ReStore over the past year and even more frequently on the build, helping to construct his and his future neighbour's homes. His enthusiasm and hard work gained him so much notoriety that two contractors helping to build the homes offered him employment opportunities. Josephat and Mapendo celebrated Christmas in their new Habitat home and is now embarking on a career in the construction industry with opportunity for growth and endless possibilities to continue to build a healthy and prosperous future with his family.
Josephat and Mapendo
A place to grow. That is the dream of the Rwamihigo Family. With five young children these ambitious parents yearn for a place to set down roots - literally and figuratively. They've looked forward to the day when their family can have a garden of their own and where their children can be certain their home is permanent and safe. Establishing themselves in Canada has required herculean effort for this family following their exit from the trouble filled conditions of the Congo - but they have succeeded. Education complete, both parents are working and providing for their large family. Try as they may though, the dream of a forever home had been out of their grasp. Housing costs keep rising and their dream of a safe, secure home seemed to be just that - a dream. With your help, the Rwamihigo Family now calls Ford City home, the children can finally spread their wings and thrive. Affordable mortgage payments will be the final piece of the puzzle needed for the Rwamihigos to be able to focus on the simple joy of watching their children thrive and grow in their forever home; sowing the seeds of a bright beautiful future for this amazing family. Josephat volunteered regularly at the ReStore over the past year and even more frequently on the build, helping to construct his and his future neighbour's homes. His enthusiasm and hard work gained him so much notoriety that two contractors helping to build the homes offered him employment opportunities. Josephat and Mapendo celebrated Christmas in their new Habitat home and is now embarking on a career in the construction industry with opportunity for growth and endless possibilities to continue to build a healthy and prosperous future with his family.
build #69 - Sarah
Sarah, a single mother raising three children was facing an all too common struggle. Their rental home was falling into disrepair and rather than invest in the necessary upgrades the landlord had chosen to sell the home. With yet another move on the horizon the children anxiously looked forward to the final move that means a permanence and stability that is unattainable in the current rental market. Knowing this will be the last move; this mom can focus on creating lasting memories in a forever home with her three amazing children - like celebrating their first Christmas in their new home just four days after receiving their keys! From the moment Sarah learned she was accepted as a Habitat partner she dove right in beginning to volunteer and support Habitat in our work, even throughout the lockdowns when most work was done remotely or virtually. Sarah completed her volunteers hours as required by her Habitat partnership and continued to volunteer. Sarah's new goal was to complete the hours for the third family who was welcomed home this December, recently widowed with five young children the volunteer component of the Habitat partnership was unattainable. Sarah stepped in and completed the volunteer hours on her behalf, having never met the family that will become her future neighbour. Sarah and her family are settling in to their new home with both excited by the future and at peace knowing that worries about housing insecurity and moves are firmly in their past.
Sarah, a single mother raising three children was facing an all too common struggle. Their rental home was falling into disrepair and rather than invest in the necessary upgrades the landlord had chosen to sell the home. With yet another move on the horizon the children anxiously looked forward to the final move that means a permanence and stability that is unattainable in the current rental market. Knowing this will be the last move; this mom can focus on creating lasting memories in a forever home with her three amazing children - like celebrating their first Christmas in their new home just four days after receiving their keys! From the moment Sarah learned she was accepted as a Habitat partner she dove right in beginning to volunteer and support Habitat in our work, even throughout the lockdowns when most work was done remotely or virtually. Sarah completed her volunteers hours as required by her Habitat partnership and continued to volunteer. Sarah's new goal was to complete the hours for the third family who was welcomed home this December, recently widowed with five young children the volunteer component of the Habitat partnership was unattainable. Sarah stepped in and completed the volunteer hours on her behalf, having never met the family that will become her future neighbour. Sarah and her family are settling in to their new home with both excited by the future and at peace knowing that worries about housing insecurity and moves are firmly in their past.
build #70 a safe harbour
With the utmost respect and consideration we are not sharing the name or photos this Ford City partner family at this time. In 2019, we met with a wonderful young family of seven in core housing need, with five children and two parents in a two bedroom apartment; they were severely under-housed and over-crowded. The family was approved and prepared to partner in our Ford City build when the pandemic struck. In the tight confines of their rental, the family was not able to quarantine safely. The patriarch of the family unfortunately succumbed to the effects of coronavirus leaving a young mother to raise five children alone. Our commitment to this family was unwavering and we were heart-warmed as we presented the keys to the home where they will rebuild, heal and succeed. We are so grateful to our sponsors and donors who continue to support this program to ensure our build carries on, welcoming four families Home for the Holidays in 2021 - and beyond.
With the utmost respect and consideration we are not sharing the name or photos this Ford City partner family at this time. In 2019, we met with a wonderful young family of seven in core housing need, with five children and two parents in a two bedroom apartment; they were severely under-housed and over-crowded. The family was approved and prepared to partner in our Ford City build when the pandemic struck. In the tight confines of their rental, the family was not able to quarantine safely. The patriarch of the family unfortunately succumbed to the effects of coronavirus leaving a young mother to raise five children alone. Our commitment to this family was unwavering and we were heart-warmed as we presented the keys to the home where they will rebuild, heal and succeed. We are so grateful to our sponsors and donors who continue to support this program to ensure our build carries on, welcoming four families Home for the Holidays in 2021 - and beyond.
Builds #68, 69, 70 and 71 will not only provide affordable housing to four families in need, it will also continue our ongoing neighborhood revitalization strategy that focuses on partnership to “Build Ford City”.
December 2021 we completed three homes on St. Luke Rd., with the fourth home scheduled for completion in April 2022, providing a total of five homes on land donated by lifetime Windsor resident, Gerald Chevalier. We are working with the Ford City community, to support their programs and services, events, community gardens and Teen drop in centre. Together we are collectively working to revitalize an entire neighbourhood
If you are interested in a Corporate Team Build Sponsorship or donating lunch or snack for build volunteers, please contact Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex at 519-969-3762 ext. 225 or by email: fcoughlin@habitatwindsor.org
December 2021 we completed three homes on St. Luke Rd., with the fourth home scheduled for completion in April 2022, providing a total of five homes on land donated by lifetime Windsor resident, Gerald Chevalier. We are working with the Ford City community, to support their programs and services, events, community gardens and Teen drop in centre. Together we are collectively working to revitalize an entire neighbourhood
If you are interested in a Corporate Team Build Sponsorship or donating lunch or snack for build volunteers, please contact Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex at 519-969-3762 ext. 225 or by email: fcoughlin@habitatwindsor.org
2019 - An accessible home in Ford City
#65 presented by Caesars Windsor Cares
Habitat Homeowners, The Warsama Family were living in a rental home that was not accessible or suitable to support the needs of their daughter who is living with severe disabilities. Due to the lack of accessibility in the home, their daughter was sleeping on a mattress on the floor. Mrs. Warsama feared that they would not be able to get their daughter out in an emergency. Together with the community’s support, Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex and the Warsama Family built an accessible home that meets the needs of their daughter.
Habitat’s model is unlike any other affordable housing option. Partner families help build their own homes and purchase them through a zero interest mortgage geared to their income. This allows families to build equity for their future and helps reverse the cycle of poverty
Habitat Homeowners, The Warsama Family were living in a rental home that was not accessible or suitable to support the needs of their daughter who is living with severe disabilities. Due to the lack of accessibility in the home, their daughter was sleeping on a mattress on the floor. Mrs. Warsama feared that they would not be able to get their daughter out in an emergency. Together with the community’s support, Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex and the Warsama Family built an accessible home that meets the needs of their daughter.
Habitat’s model is unlike any other affordable housing option. Partner families help build their own homes and purchase them through a zero interest mortgage geared to their income. This allows families to build equity for their future and helps reverse the cycle of poverty
Watch: Mayor Drew Dilkens at Ford City Groundbreaking
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Watch: 16 children in Ford City ready to come home
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Watch: Percy Hatfield, MPP in Ford City
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To participate in future builds, please contact 519-969-3762 ext. 222 or email hlovell@habitatwindsor.org
