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ReStore Price Matching: Helping You Save More While Supporting a Greater Mission

At Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg’s ReStore locations, every purchase has a purpose. When you shop at our ReStores, you’re not just finding…

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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…

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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,…

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Raise the Roof 2026

Together We RAISED the ROOF in 2026! Nearly 200 guests gathered on February 28, 2026 for Raise the Roof, our annual, signature fundraiser and an…

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Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg Releases 2025 Annual Report, Marking 40 Years of Building Homes, Communities and Hope

Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a milestone year that celebrated the organization’s 40th anniversary while demonstrating…

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Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg Seeks Land to Expand Affordable Housing

Donated or discounted land urgently needed across the service area. Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg is calling on property owners, developers, local governments…

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Shovels lined up for Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking Event.

Yorktown Habitat ReStore Launches Clothing Department to Strengthen Funding for Affordable Housing

Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg is now accepting gently used clothing donations at the Yorktown ReStore location, further extending the ReStore’s mission to…

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Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg Partner CVP Windows & Doors Honored with 2025 Governor’s Volunteerism & Community Service Award

Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg has long believed that building homes is about more than walls. It’s about opening doors for families to…

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CVP Windows & Doors representatives with state leaders at the 2025 Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Award ceremony in Virginia

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:…

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Panel of speakers discussing affordable homeownership on stage at Habitat PGW’s inaugural Believe & Build Breakfast

Now EXCLUSIVELY at Yorktown ReStore: Clothing!

Big news — the Yorktown ReStore has officially entered the fashion game. Our Yorktown location now accepts clothing donations and features an all-new section filled…

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