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Your support has been instrumental in turning dreams of homeownership into reality for 136 families and counting. Homeownership was just a dream for Althea 26 years ago. Her mother passed away when she was three years old, and her grandmother raised her along with her four siblings and five cousins. She knew from a young age that she wanted stability for her children. Her dream became a reality when she and her two children first stepped through the doorway of her Habitat home. “Habitat gave me a firm foundation… allowing me a space and a place to raise my children where they are safe.”Althea’s kids are now grown up with successful careers and children of their own. Her affordable home is now paid off, but her relationship with Habitat didn’t end with her last mortgage payment. Habitat recently helped Althea with some needed home repairs, and she has been volunteering to make lunches for volunteers as a way to give back and stay connected to her Habitat family.For many, the path to homeownership is filled with hope, challenges, and determination. Every affordable home we build represents a unique journey, and every key is a new beginning. From the first day of construction to the moment families step over the threshold, these homes provide not just shelter, but also a sense of strength and belonging. As these homes fill with laughter and love for birthday parties, holidays, graduations, and the everyday moments in between, they provide a lifetime of memories.
As we look ahead, we invite you to join us in making more dreams come true. Your continued support is vital in our mission to provide affordable housing to families in need. Together, we can ensure that more families receive the keys to their dreams, and open doors to brighter futures.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for being a part of this incredible journey! We couldn’t do it without you.
___________________________________If you prefer to make a gift over the phone, you may contact us at 563-359-9066.If you prefer to make a gift by mail, you may send it to:Habitat for Humanity Quad CitiesAttn: Annual Appeal3625 Mississippi AvenueDavenport, IA 52807Thank you for your support!
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In Support of Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities
The Habitat program is a multi-prong approach to breaking the cycle of poverty. First, we work to identify low income families who can’t qualify for traditional mortgages and who have a need for better housing options. We pair this family with a mentor who helps them through the process of building a new home. In addition, the families must complete 250 hours per adult of “sweat equity” before they can move into their new home. They must also complete a series of classes relating to budgeting, home maintenance, and other information pertaining to successful home ownership. Once the program and build is complete the Partner Family will close on their new home with a zero percent mortgage and low down payment. Habitat for Humanity holds this mortgage to ensure that the family’s payments are no more than 30% of their monthly income. The mortgage payments they make are paid forward to help us build homes for future families.Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities builds strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable housing. In addition to the Home Building program, we also operate a Home Repair and Neighborhood Revitalization program.