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Congressman Bobby Scott, Habitat for Humanity Convene Housing Affordability Roundtable in Newport News

Congressman Bobby Scott joined Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg on July 10 for a Housing Affordability Roundtable that brought together elected officials, housing professionals and community advocates to tackle the region’s growing housing challenges.

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A Clean Home. A Stronger Community. A July Partnership That Gives Back.

Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg is proud to partner with Paragon Cleaning, a locally owned, woman-owned business that has been serving Hampton Roads since 2017.

Community, Pizza, and a Purpose: Recapping Our Bird Girl Bottle Shop Give Back Night

There are few better ways to bring people together than pizza, creativity, and a shared commitment to building stronger communities. Our Give Back Night at…

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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.

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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…

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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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‘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…

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Taniya and her children cut the ribbon in front of their new Habitat home.

Get Target Circle, Vote for Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg

Anyone reading this shop at Target? We thought so! Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg is honored and excited to announce that we have…

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Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg Dedicates Veterans Home in Hampton

A Newport News native and U.S. Army veteran got the keys to his new Hampton home during a dedication ceremony on July 23, 2024 thanks…

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Welcome Home to Charles City County

Welcome home!Welcome home!Welcome home!Welcome home! Yes, we had to say it four times because it was a special day for four families! In May 2024…

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We help as many families as we can, but the lack of decent and affordable housing remains a critical problem in our area. By donating, you will provide upfront funding for building materials and services that makes interest-free loans to Habitat partner families possible. Habitat partner families help to build their own homes - alongside volunteers - and pay an affordable mortgage. Your monetary donations enable us to continue building strength, stability and independence for future local families.