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More Philadelphia families will achieve homeownership thanks to $200,000 PHARE grant

The 2026 PHARE grant will help increase the purchasing power of first-time homebuyers by providing down payment and closing cost assistance to families who purchase homes built by Habitat Philadelphia.

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From Pennsylvania to the Nation: How Whole-Home Repairs Became Federal Policy

A model championed in Philadelphia is now part of a sweeping new federal housing law. 

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May 18

Corinne O’Connell Honored by Her Alma Maters for Leadership and Service

Our CEO has been recognized by both her high school and college alma maters this month for her leadership, service, and commitment to the common good.

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Villanova University Volunteers Join Habitat Philadelphia to Launch Pope Leo Village, a Faith‑Inspired Housing Initiative in North Philadelphia

Habitat Philadelphia officially launched Pope Leo Village, a new, multi‑year, faith‑inspired housing and volunteer engagement initiative, during a Villanova University volunteer build day at an active rehabilitation project in Brewerytown, North Philadelphia. 

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Habitat Philadelphia Honors Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia with Carter Builder Award

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia is proud to honor Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) with the Carter Builder Award at the 2026 Building Hope Luncheon, recognizing CHOP’s extraordinary commitment to improving health outcomes through safe, stable housing. 

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April 1

Habitat Philadelphia Recognizes Brewerytown Sharswood Neighborhood Coalition with Good Neighbor Award

A powerful force for neighborhood advocacy, the Brewerytown Sharswood Neighborhood Coalition will receive the Good Neighbor Award at the 2026 Building Hope Luncheon.

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March 26

Habitat for Humanity Leaders Visit State Capitol to Advocate for Home Repair Funding

Representatives from 12 Habitat affiliates across Pennsylvania organized 67 meetings with legislators in Harrisburg to advocate for affordable housing solutions.

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March 25

Habitat Philadelphia Welcomes Dr. Val Arkoosh as 2026 Building Hope Luncheon Keynote Speaker

A physician, public health leader, and longtime champion for housing and health equity, Secretary Arkoosh brings decades of experience at the intersection of medicine, policy, and community wellbeing.

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Bank of America Names Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia and Hopeworks its 2025 Neighborhood Builders

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia was named one of Bank of America’s 2025 Neighborhood Builders and received a $200,000 grant over two years, comprehensive leadership training for the organization’s executive director and an emerging leader, and access to a national network of nonprofit peers.

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Lowe’s supports home repair projects through grant to Habitat for Humanity in Philadelphia

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia has received an $85,000 grant from Lowe’s to help keep families safe, warm and dry this winter by funding 10 critical home repairs.

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