Thank You for Building Brighter Futures!
Together, we raised more than $207,773, exceeding our goal and building new opportunities for more Philadelphia families.
Today, Daouda and Hawa are beginning their journey as homeowners. At the same time, Felicia is celebrating a major milestone: paying off her mortgage and looking ahead to the future.
Because of your generosity, more families have the opportunity to build stability, create memories and feel safe at home — at every stage of their journey. Thank you for making a lasting difference and for opening the door to brighter futures.
Your Support Opens Doors
"Everybody deserves decent housing. There's no reason somebody shouldn't have decent shelter. I'm fortunate to be able to help and I believe in sharing the wealth. That's why I give."
Rich, Habitat Supporter
Twenty years ago, Felicia worked alongside Habitat to build a home of her own.
Today, she’s preparing to make her final mortgage payment—a milestone that reflects her dedication, hard work, and the lasting impact of affordable homeownership.
Her story is a powerful reminder of what a stable, affordable home can mean for a family for years to come.
When Daouda and Hawa opened the door to their new home at Coltrane Commons in Strawberry Mansion, they stepped into something they once thought was out of reach: a place of their own.
After years of searching for stability and navigating life apart, this moment marked the beginning of a new chapter together in Philadelphia.
For Alicia, homeownership was about creating stability for her daughter and building a stronger financial future for her family.
"Home means everything to me. I want my daughter to grow up feeling secure and proud of where she comes from. Home gave me peace of mind and a future I could build on."
Alicia, Habitat homeowner
Her story reflects what many Habitat homeowners strive for. Homeownership is more than a place to live. It's an opportunity to build wealth, create stability, and open new possibilities for the next generation.
For Raphael, homeownership was about belonging and thriving. It was the culmination of a long journey to find the place he could call home.
"I've journeyed, and I've faced my dragons. Life got really clear, and it was time to journey home. Now I'm home, and it sure feels good."
Raphael, Habitat homeowner
As a Philadelphia native who traveled far and wide before returning home, Raphael's story reminds us of what every person is searching for: a place to belong, where we can say, "This is my neighborhood and home." Home is an opportunity to build our futures on our own terms.
A Special Thank You
Tobey and Kim Oxholm are helping lead the way with our first-ever $50,000 Open the Door Challenge 1:1 Match Gift, helping every dollar given on Habitat Day of Giving go twice as far.
Challenge Circle Donors
We’re proud to recognize our Challenge Circle Donors, a group of generous supporters whose commitments help us leverage additional giving throughout our 24-hour event. Their challenges inspire our Habitat community to engage and help unlock more doors to safe, affordable housing for Philadelphia families.
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Jane Beatty
Rich and Carol Boardman
Jonathan and Catherine Broh
Clissita Daniels
Dietz & Watson
Eleanor and Daniel DiLeo
Jonathan Ellensworth
Andrew and Anna Foutes
John Gaghan
Jamie and Susan Gearhart
Gianarelli, Inc.
Stuart Hosansky
Cynthia Johnson
Benjamin and Meghan Johnson
Patty Johnston
Christine Kind and Ralph Pomponi
Cathy Lockyer Moulton
Kevin and Carolyn Matthews
Robert E. Morris
Nicole and Tom Moshang
Jared Nepa Family
Corinne O'Connell
Maureen O'Connell and Daniel Curran
Craig Oliner and Alyson Owen
Tobey and Kim Oxholm
Jim Paterno and Heather McDanel
Ali Perelman
Sara and Joseph Ponessa
Katie Poole
Dr. Wesley Proctor
Carrie and Robert Rathmann
Herb Reid
Arley Styer
Rebecca Swanson
Tester Construction Group
Kathy and Joel White
Janice Wong and Scott Sameroff
Cindy and Steve Yingling