Students get tools they need to thrive
As demand for skilled construction and trade workers climbs, local students who dream of working in these industries...
Villagers for Veterans support Ashley’s House
Women veterans who need help getting back into civilian life after serving their country soon will have a place to go...
Meet Shenika and Destiny!
Introducing long time Leesburg residents and among our newest Habitat partner family, Shenika and her daughter,...
Board Member Spotlight: Michael Pape
Meet Michael Pape A native Texan but a Floridian since age 3, Michael found his ultimate career path through...
Lake County family starts off new year with new home
LAKE COUNTY , Fla. — For one Lake County family, 2022 is already off to a good start as they were given the keys to a...
Holiday Match with Citizens First Bank 2021
Dear Friend, As I reflect on our year, I recall the stories of neighbors and families who have faced continued...
Meet Angie, our newest Veteran Advocate
Angie is a proud U.S. Army Veteran who served for 6 years in St. Paul - Minnesota, Fort Bragg - North Carolina, Camp...
USDA Invests $86 Million to Improve Equitable Access to Jobs, Business Opportunities, Education, Health Care and Housing for Rural People
Investments Will Help More Than 425,000 People in Some of the Nation’s Most Disadvantaged Areas WASHINGTON, Nov. 18,...
Lake County charities gear up to ‘double their money’ during Mount Dora Community Trust’s Giving Week
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VHS students learn valuable work skills in home build project
Seniors are busy hauling trusses and nailing down boards with the Construction Management Academy at The Villages High...
New show on Leesburg High’s construction academy premiering Sunday
LEESBURG — A new show is coming to LakeFront TV. "Leesburg Builders Academy" will follow Leesburg High School's...
Lake County veteran gets free roof through community project
LAKE COUNTY Fla. – Lake County Army veteran and her husband are relieved now that they’ll have a new roof over their...
Meet the Young’s
Sandra and Walter are lifelong residents of Florida and family has always been central to their lives. The Youngs have...
Youth Impact Day!
Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter hosts first Youth Impact Day with local high school students Habitat for Humanity...
Around the House: Local high school construction academies need help
Four years ago, when the Lake County School System and the Villages Charter High School started making plans to start...
Catch Leesburg High team on Habitat Academy this Saturday; Season 2 premieres on FOX35+
LEESBURG — Season two of Habitat Academy, a series following the most recent Habitat for Humanity build in Leesburg,...
Students, community partners break ground on house
Villages High School senior Tayten Beasley can’t wait to get his hands dirty. The 17-year-old and others with The...
Local Rotary clubs work to inspire the younger generation
Members of The Rotary Clubs of The Villages are setting an example for the rest of the world to follow. With younger...
Volunteer Spotlight: HEFY.Sunshine
Over the past 9 weeks, Habitat Lake-Sumter hosted a summer-long volunteer experience for teens from across the United...
Villages Charter School begins fourth year of working with Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter alongside The Villages Charter School, Leesburg, South Lake, and Eustis High...
Season Two of Habitat Academy to air on Orlando TV
Locally produced series follows the Leesburg High School Construction Academy “Dream Team” as they help to build a...
You’re Invited: Ground Breaking Celebrations
Join us as we break ground for four new homes in partnership with local schools, community partners, and Habitat...
PERSON OF INTEREST: DANIELLE STROUD
She’s the incoming president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter. Vital Stats Employed with Habitat for six...
Leesburg’s Red Apples Media wins big at 2021 Telly Awards
LEESBURG — Red Apples Media was recently announced as one of this year's Telly Award winners, bringing home several...
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