Groundbreakings Recap
In the last two months, our organization has experienced an exciting surge of growth with a total of four groundbreakings and one ribbon cutting! It’s been a whirlwind of activity, and we can’t wait to see the development of five new homes and the joy they will bring to future homeowners.
The four recent groundbreakings mark a significant collaboration between the Youth Construction Academy of Leesburg High School, Eustis High School, and The Villages Charter School. Students from these schools will be directly involved in constructing these homes, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the construction industry. This opportunity not only equips them with essential skills but also prepares them for future careers in construction, setting them up for success in the real world.
August 16th: The Villages Charter School Youth Construction Academy and sponsor Citizens First Bank hosted their groundbreaking at 303 S Pine St ,Bushnell FL. It was a great turnout and lots of fun!
September 5th: Leesburg High School Youth Construction Academy and sponsor Romac Building Supply hosted their groundbreaking at the Leesburg High auditorium. The high school band and energetic cheerleaders made the event one of a kind.
September 10th: Eustis High School Youth Construction Academy and sponsor First National Bank of Mount Dora hosted their groundbreaking at 1270 Cottage Circle, Tavares FL. The other Habitat neighbors were honored as the first participants moving into the community.
September 12th: The Villages Charter School Youth Construction Academy and sponsor Romac Distribution hosted their groundbreaking at 305 S. Pine St, Bushnell FL. The groundbreaking featured a wall raising to celebrate the beginning of construction!
September 23rd: New Covenant United Methodist Church hosted their ribbon cutting at 10244 CR 229, Oxford FL with an intimate group and prayers for the future home and family.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! We invite you to join us for the next upcoming groundbreaking ceremony, in partnership with The Villages Club and Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter. The ceremony has been postponed due to Hurricane Milton, but keep and eye on this page, as well as our social media, for updates on date and time. The ceremony will take place at 10244 CR 229, Oxford, FL 34484. Stay tuned to our social media for updates! If you would like to RSVP for this special event, please contact Katy at Katy@HabitatLS.org.”
We look forward to celebrating these milestones with the community and seeing the positive impact these new homes will have on the families who will call them home.