"Thank you, Habitat, for giving us a home where we can put down roots." Katarina, aged 8, when her family received their keys two years ago.

"Thank you, again, everyone for your help. We love our home." Alicia and Matthew, reflecting on their wall raising six years ago.

"I have hope for the future, knowing I will no longer have to go into debt just to provide the basic essentials for my family." Future homeowner Sarah, speaking of her gratitude for the house we'll be building this year.

These are some of the stories I would tell you if we were gathered in person. Stories of families who have a safe place to live while we are all sheltering, families who have hope for a better future.

I would also tell you how families partner with us to acquire the access, skills, and financial education necessary for them to improve their living conditions and repay an affordable mortgage or loan. In doing so, they seize the opportunity and possibilities that decent, affordable housing represents.

Junction City/Harrisburg/Monroe Habitat for Humanity faces challenges in building affordable housing in partnership with those who so desperately need it. However, through innovative land financing and stewardship of our resources, we are able to sell simple, decent houses to families who otherwise could not afford to purchase a home.

Through the generosity of donors like you, we can continue to build and repair homes, to create a community where everyone has a safe and decent place to live.

Thank you for your donation today. It will ensure a brighter tomorrow for so many families.

Anthony Rodriguez, Executive Director

Hope Builder: Through Shelter, We Empower

By Junction City/Harrisburg/Monroe Habitat for Humanity

Hope Builder: Through Shelter, We Empower