Homeowner Stories

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    Meet Marsha

    Marsha is a lifelong Washington, D.C. resident who recently retired after working in the medical field. Retirement hasn’t slowed her down as she now spends time with her grandsons, helps provide care to family members, and loves going to the senior wellness center to spend time with the other ladies who attend. She also loves…

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  • Morrison’s Way Ribbon Cutting
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    Morrison’s Way Ribbon Cutting

    Last weekend we celebrated Merghani and Sara, our newest Habitat homeowners! Neighbors, volunteers, board members, and staff joined together to celebrate this momentous occasion. The renovation was special as we purchased property that we in the early 2000’s and many of the original Habitat homeowners still live in the neighborhood.   Over 20 years ago Merghani and Sara moved to America and have lived in the same unit for…

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  • Frye Road Ribbon Cutting
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    Frye Road Ribbon Cutting

    On Saturday, September 27th we held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of our Frye Road renovation. We originally completed a major renovation in 2019 and after the homeowner passed away in 2024, our construction staff, core volunteer group, the Sandlot, and volunteers completed the renovation. Latifa and Jaouad found out about the opportunity…

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  • Celebrating Mother’s Day: Building Stronger Foundations
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    Celebrating Mother’s Day: Building Stronger Foundations

    Building stronger foundations Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who nurture, protect, and inspire us. This Mother’s Day, we reflect on how Habitat DC-NOVA’s mission empowers mothers and families to build lasting foundations for their futures. Through our homeownership program, home repairs, and sustainable building practices, we are committed to helping families…

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