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Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity Launches Veterans Initiative
Rupert, WV (November 11, 2011) — Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity officially kicked off its Veterans Initiative today, bringing members of the community together to assist with a critical home repair for 79-year-old veteran Lonzo (“Lon”) Martin. During a noontime ceremony at Mr. Martin’s home, members of the Almost Heaven Habitat team were on hand ... Read More

Habitat for Humanity Seeks Energy Efficient Building Ideas at Solar Decathlon
Washington, DC (Oct. 6, 2011) — The weekend of September 24-25, Almost Heaven staff and supporters attended the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon on the National Mall. The Solar Decathlon, first held in 2002, is a biennial collegiate competition open to the public. Visitors can tour the houses, gather ideas to use in their ... Read More

Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity Joins Worldwide Celebration
Franklin, WV (Oct. 3, 2011) — Habitat for Humanity will mark a major milestone Oct. 3 when it dedicates its 500,000th house in Maai Mahiu, Kenya, and begins construction on its 500,001st house in Paterson, N.J. Volunteers and homeowners from Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity will join in celebrating the milestones as part of events ... Read More

Volunteer of the Month

September 2011: Justin Faison
Petty Officer Justin Faison is part of the United States Naval Construction Force known as the Seabees. Justin grew up in Tennessee and joined the U.S. Navy upon completion of high school. He choose the Seabees because he had a strong background in construction work having worked with his dad on many a project. Justin ... Read More