Category: Stories
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Nelson and Marjorie’s Story: The House That Built Love
Nelson and Marjorie’s story began 25 years ago painting a fence for a Habitat Chesapeake (HFHC) house in the Waverly area of Baltimore. “This random guy came to lunch with us, and the rest is history,” HFHC volunteer Marjorie explained how she met her husband of 23 years. She was participating with friends as a…
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Habitat Young Professional (HYP) Program Relaunches with Great Success
Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake (HFHC) is igniting a powerful movement in Baltimore, bringing young leaders together through the revitalized Habitat Young Professionals (HYP) program. Thanks to Brandon Jerome, HFHC’s Volunteer Engagement Manager, this dynamic initiative is already making waves in the community, empowering young individuals to take charge and create lasting change. This…
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Habitat Chesapeake Honored with Community Redevelopment Award for Work in Woodbourne-McCabe
We are thrilled to announce that Habitat Chesapeake has been recognized with a Community Redevelopment Award for our revitalization efforts in the Woodbourne-McCabe community of Baltimore, MD. This honor was presented as part of the 50th Annual Mayor’s Business Recognition Awards, hosted by the Greater Baltimore Committee, celebrating organizations and businesses that demonstrate exceptional civic…
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AmeriCorps Members Honor Dr. King’s Legacy
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is not only a day to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and the incredible strides he made in the fight for civil rights, but also a reminder of the progress we’ve achieved as a society because of his tireless work. Yet, as Dr. King foretold, there is still much…
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FOX 45 News – President Carter’s Baltimore Impact with Habitat for Humanity
The content below is from FOX 45 News. Watch the video here. As the nation mourns the loss of former President Jimmy Carter. Fox45 News looks back the huge impact he leaves behind.
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WBALTV 11 – Marylanders mourn President Jimmy Carter
Below is copy from WBALTV 11. Watch the video and read the full article here. Carter’s devotion to and work with the nonprofit Habitat for Humanity absolutely elevated its profile. In Baltimore’s Sandtown-Winchester community, outside the Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake ReStore, people are remembering his lasting impact in the neighborhood – and around…
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Home for the Holidays
“Though I wasn’t born in Baltimore, this is my home,” said new homeowner Diamynn, expressing deep gratitude and excitement for the opportunities ahead. Her words resonated warmly throughout the festive Milton Avenue Center, where the spirit of the season filled the air. In December, Habitat Chesapeake (HFHC) relaunched its Home for the Holidays event, a…
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Cindy’s Story: Building Homes and Strengthening Communities
“It took me a long time to figure out that that was what was missing from my life,” Cindy Romback reflects on the period in her life after leaving the army. During a time in search of greater purpose, she found new meaning in service to her community and country through Habitat for Humanity International…
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Owen’s Story: From Coat Rack to “Cream Cycle”
Someone else’s trash truly has the potential to be another’s treasure, a concept that Habitat Chesapeake board member Owen Rouse recently discovered refurbishing an old bicycle. When Owen first noticed it, the old-timey bike had a flat tire and was primarily used as a coat rack. It was bound for the dumpster until he gave…
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Welcome Home, Gabriel!
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Welcome to the Woodbourne-McCabe neighborhood, Gabriel! Join Habitat Chesapeake and partners in welcoming the latest Habitat homeowner to this north Baltimore community at the Home for the Holidays 2023 event.
