On Friday, Dec. 18, a few Habitat for Humanity Bucks County staff and other community members joined the new homeowners of Habitat’s 121st home for an outdoor dedication. Though delayed by a brief snowstorm, the white blanket added a touch of holiday feel for a joyous day for Bob, Jeanie and their three daughters, who are finally in their own Croydon home after being crowded into a small house they shared with extended family.
Wells Fargo was the lead sponsor of the project.
“What an honor and privilege it is for Wells Fargo to take part with such an amazing organization,” said Wells Fargo representative Dan Robbins. “Wells Fargo prides itself on serving not just its customers, but the community, and Habitat gives us the opportunity to give back.”
Other home sponsors included William Penn Bank and the Bucks County Foundation. Additionally, more than 48 volunteers gave over 900 hours of service to complete the home.
Habitat homes offer families an opportunity to plan the future and include dreams. At the end of the dedication, the three girls flew up the stairs to find their new bedrooms.
Founded in 1990, Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County’s mission is “Building Communities, Empowering Families.” Since then, it has built or fully renovated 121 homes that are affordable in Bucks County through its Homeownership Program, which provides an opportunity for low-income families to build strength, stability and self-reliance by partnering with Habitat. Its low-cost Home Repair program makes interior and exterior repairs, including critical repairs, to help individuals improve accessibility and safety in their own homes. Revenue from Habitat Bucks ReStores provides a source of sustainable funding for the construction and repair of homes.
For more information, call 215-822-2812 or visit habitatbucks.org
