Building Strength, Stability & Self-reliance through Shelter
Homeownership Application Period is NOW CLOSED
The Habitat Cabarrus’ Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to postpone our annual homeowner open application season which was scheduled to start this August 2024.
This decision provides time to prepare for the 2025/2026 build season. God willing, the next homeowner application period will be during the summer of 2025. When the applications re-open, it will be announced via social media, website, newsletter, and press release.
Thank you for your support of Habitat Cabarrus.
Willmarie Austin
(704) 786-4001 ext. 104
willmarie@habitatcabarrus.org
Introducing “Food for Foundations”: A First-of-Its-Kind Fundraiser for Habitat Cabarrus
Cabarrus County, NC – Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus County is excited to announce the debut of “Food for Foundations”, a one-of-a-kind community event and fundraiser set to take place on Thursday, February 27 at The Kettle Room by Cabarrus Brewing. This groundbreaking event is designed to bring together the community in support of Habitat Cabarrus’ mission to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.
As the first event of its kind in Cabarrus County, Food for Foundations promises an unforgettable experience. Guests will enjoy an evening of culinary delights, entertainment, and meaningful connection, all while raising funds to help local families achieve their dream of homeownership.
Honoring President Jimmy Carter
On December 29, 2024, Habitat for Humanity mourned the loss of a remarkable advocate, President Jimmy Carter.
Affordable housing is a challenge that demands collective action. It’s up to all of us—and future generations—to create meaningful change in our communities. Building homes in an era of skyrocketing material costs requires critical support. What local Habitat for Humanity affiliates need most are funds to continue this vital work.
Happy Thanksgiving from Habitat Cabarrus!
Dear Habitat Family,
As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, let’s take a moment to reflect on our neighbors and community. Not everyone may have the means to celebrate the holiday as they wish, and that’s okay. Life is a journey filled with seasons of comfort and challenge, but even amid difficulties, there are always blessings to acknowledge and moments of joy to cherish.
Let’s also take a moment to recognize those working through the holiday. While many of us enjoy a day of rest, countless members of our community will be hard at work to keep the world moving—making it possible for us to shop, eat, and celebrate. Let’s extend kindness and gratitude to them during this season.
This year, Habitat Cabarrus has been blessed to start construction on our 177th single-family home and is on track to complete over 400 Critical Home Repairs since our founding in 1989. These milestones remind us of the impact we can achieve when we come together to address the critical need for affordable housing.
It’s important to remember that affordable housing isn’t the enemy—it’s a solution. Our programs serve the very people who form the backbone of our community: those working in retail, healthcare, public service, hospitality, education, and more. These hardworking individuals often earn between 30% and 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). For our homeownership program, we serve families earning up to 60% AMI, while our Critical Home Repairs program supports households earning up to 50% AMI. These income thresholds, provided annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, guide our mission to ensure safe and stable housing for those who need it most.
We are deeply thankful for you, our supporters. Whether you contribute your time, talents, or resources, you make an immeasurable difference in the work we do. Together, we are building not just homes, but hope and opportunity for families in Cabarrus County.
Wishing you and your loved ones a warm, joyful, and meaningful Thanksgiving.
With gratitude,
The Team of Habitat for Humanity of Cabarrus County
Helping Local Seniors ‘Age in Place’ by repairing homes
Habitat Cabarrus partners with Lowe’s
Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus County (Habitat Cabarrus) received a $31,166 Lowes grant to help fund more than 10 critical home repairs in Cabarrus County. More than 230 critical home repairs have been completed since 2020. Over 72% of those homeowners were seniors and 50% were disabled.
Habitat Cabarrus receives $60,000 grant from Wells Fargo to expand access to affordable homes in Cabarrus county
HABITAT CABARRUS IS ONE OF MORE THAN 230 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY AFFILIATES AWARDED GRANT FUNDING THROUGH THE 2024 WELLS FARGO BUILDS PROGRAM
The Wells Fargo Foundation has awarded $60,000 in grant funding to Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus County (Habitat Cabarrus) for the fourth year in a row for a total of $297,000 in support of decent and affordable homes in Cabarrus County. Habitat Cabarrus is one of more than 230 Habitat for Humanity affiliates awarded grant funding nationwide through the 2024 Wells Fargo Builds program to help more, low to moderate income families access affordable homes.
Allowing older homeowners to age in place
Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus County receives a $90,000 grant from Lowe’s to improve home safety and health outcomes in Cabarrus County
Habitat for Humanity Cabarrus County has received a $90,000 grant from Lowe’s to help complete 15 Critical Home Repair Projects in Cabarrus County. The funding is part of Lowe’s partnership renewal with Habitat for Humanity that includes a donation of $2.5 million to support 100 local Habitat organizations undertaking home repair and rehab projects across the U.S.
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