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Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to helping people in need realize their dreams of homeownership.

Have you ever dreamed of owning a home in a vibrant, growing community? Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha & Putnam is thrilled to present an incredible opportunity for aspiring homeowners: 908 Grant Street in Charleston, WV.

A long-awaited ground-breaking at 908 Grant Street on Charleston's West Side brought out excited faces to support the Habitat for Humanity in its effort to help the community.

13 News partners with Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam County and the Habitat ReStore to give back to our community. Journalist and employees volunteers spent time working on Charleston’s West Side building a home while others worked at the Charleston ReStore and the Teays Valley ReStore.

Discover the latest efforts by Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha & Putnam as we kick off the construction of a new home at 908 Grant Street. Learn about the impact on Charleston’s West Side neighborhood, our collaborative efforts, and how you can contribute to building strength, stability, and self-reliance in our community. Join us for the groundbreaking ceremony on June 18, 2024, and find out how you can get involved!

By giving your time and sharing your talents with Habitat, you are supporting change that will be felt for generations, change that will impact entire neighborhoods, and change that will build communities for everyone in West Virginia.

Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam received $75,000 to support its recycling operation through the acquisition of a box truck. This funding is part of WVDEP's ongoing effort to enhance recycling and waste management across the state, supporting a variety of projects from county-wide recycling programs to educational initiatives.

There are ways we can challenge ourselves to grow in empathy. If you want to learn more, check out these tips for how to cultivate more empathy for others.

This holiday season, take a stroll down the Holly Jolly Brawley Walkway and spot the Habitat ReStore tree! Themed "Home for the Holidays," it's a celebration of what Habitat stands for – building homes and hope.

Cheyenne, alongside her children, received the keys to their new home this week, just in time for the holidays. Their home is not only a personal achievement but also represents the final chapter in the North Hills Drive story, a testament to Habitat's commitment to building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.

Habitat for Humanity International is calling on delegates at the COP28 climate change conference to prioritize the housing needs of vulnerable populations by taking action that will meaningfully address the impact of climate change on safe, decent and affordable housing.

Gratitude is about more than taking a second to say “Thanks.” Gratitude shows true appreciation. This Thanksgiving, we have some ideas for how you can give gratitude.

For more than three decades Rosalynn Carter and her husband former U.S. President Jimmy Carter donated their time and voices to help Habitat build alongside families across the globe. Carter he helped build thousands of homes and touched the lives of homeowners and volunteers across the world.

Dive into a heartwarming experience this winter by volunteering at Habitat for Humanity's Charleston and Teays Valley ReStores! Discover how your time and skills can continue to make a difference indoors. Stay warm, meet new people, and help us spread holiday cheer. Discover how you can help without braving the cold.

Discover the wonders of shopping at a Habitat ReStore for just $5. Discover the diverse range of items you can find, from home decor to DIY materials, kitchen essentials, and children's toys. For just a modest $5 spent, you'll be helping build homes and supporting your community. Habitat ReStore: making every dollar spent meaningful.

With immense determination and the support of Habitat's volunteers, Angela worked diligently, overcoming every challenge in her path to homeownership. Angela's story showcases how, through unity and compassion, we can build not just homes, but futures filled with promise and potential.

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