Category: Habitat Family Stories
More Than a House: How Habitat Helped Cynthia Hall Build a Life
When Cynthia Hall bought her first home in 1989, she was just 23-years-old and stepping into uncharted territory. She was the first person in her family to become a homeowner, a milestone that carried both promise and pressure.
Built Twice with Love: Rosemary’s Road to Homeownership
For Rosemary, one of the greatest joys of homeownership wasn’t something grand or complicated. It was Christmas. The lights. The decorations. The simple freedom to…
Habitat Breaks Ground on Austin Landing Development in Newport News
Community leaders, volunteers, Habitat supporters and future homebuyers gathered March 10 in Newport News to celebrate the groundbreaking of Austin Landing, a four-home development by…
2026 First-Time Homebuyer Applications Now Open — Apply by April 30
Ready to take the next step toward homeownership? Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg is now accepting applications for homes in Charles City County,…
Building Hope in Buckroe: Habitat Home Repair Blitz Brings Neighbors Together
On Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, volunteers came together in the Buckroe neighborhood of Hampton for a day of hands-on impact: the Habitat Home Repair Blitz….
Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg Hosts Inaugural Believe & Build Breakfast, Raising $35,000 to Support Affordable Homeownership
More than 200 community members, partners and advocates gathered on Nov. 5, 2025, for Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg’s inaugural Believe & Build:…
‘I Have Something That is Mine’
Taniya couldn’t picture herself where she is today. Her two children each have a bedroom of their own. Nobody is thumping a broomstick on her…
‘Home Provides an Opportunity, and It Helped Me Find My Voice’
Terri Francis knows what it’s like to be homeless. When she finally was able to have a stable home, she found more than shelter. Francis…
Welcome Home, Kendra and Family!
Another Dream Realized Through Faith, Community, and the Power of Partnership Just in time for summer cookouts and long evenings spent playing outside until dusk,…
HII Dedicates 22nd Habitat for Humanity Home Sponsored by Newport News Shipbuilding
HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division joined elected officials and community leaders Friday, March 21, 2025 to dedicate the 22nd Habitat for Humanity home…
