Celebrate with Us: Upcoming Wall Raisings!
You’re invited to join us for a few upcoming wall raising ceremonies as we kick off new homes and new beginnings!
When: Monday, November 3 from 8:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
When: Friday, November 7 from 8:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
Additional Dates TBD
These moments are some of our favorites. There’s something special about standing on the very spot where a family’s future will take shape—and knowing this is where it all starts.
Even better? These homes will be built in partnership with students from our Youth Construction Academy—a hands-on program that gives high schoolers real-world experience in the construction trades while helping build homes for local families. Students from The Villages Charter School, Eustis High School (entering their sixth year of homebuilding!), and Leesburg High School will all be part of this year’s builds.
New classes of students will spend time during the school week working side by side with Habitat’s construction staff and professional tradesmen on live construction projects, providing hands-on learning at our dedicated build sites. Construction will run from September through May, and in the spring, students and teachers will take part in a heartfelt dedication ceremony—handing over the keys to a local family who has completed Habitat’s Home Ownership program. By the end of the school year, students will graduate career-ready and will have helped provide new homeownership opportunities in our community.
We’re proud to celebrate and continue meaningful partnerships with our sponsors: RoMac Building Supply will once again support Leesburg High School, while Eustis High School’s home build is made possible thanks to First National Bank of Mount Dora and Vann Gannaway Chevrolet, as the students will be building a triplex at The Cottages at Heritage Grove. In Bushnell, RoMac Distribution and Citizens First Bank will partner with The Villages Charter School to complete two additional homes.
Come out, meet the students, snap a few photos, and see the incredible impact your support is making right here in Lake and Sumter Counties. Whether you’ve volunteered, donated, or simply believe in what we’re building—we’d love to see you there!