There are 68 Habitat For Humanity operations in Texas.
For the first time, Bryan/College Station has been named statewide affiliate of the year. The honor comes as the local organization celebrates its 30th year.
The statewide award was in part for coordinating relief efforts following Hurricane Harvey.
That included partnerships to make and distribute clean up kits around Port Arthur and to help rebuild a home in Cypress.
News release from Habitat for Humanity Texas:
Habitat for Humanity Texas named the Bryan College Station Habitat for Humanity as the Affiliate of the Year during an awards ceremony held during Habitat’s annual conference in Texas.
“Bryan College Station Habitat celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, and it is 30 years of excellence in service to their community,” said Habitat for Humanity Texas Executive Director, Amy Ledbetter Parham. “Not only that, under the leadership of Andy York, Bryan College Station Habitat partners with all the Habitat offices across the state to help us advise lawmakers on the benefits of affordable homes for everyone.”
The Affiliate of the Year Award goes to an affiliate that demonstrates exceptional commitment to their community, but also goes the extra mile for Texans across the state. Recipients are chosen by board members from the Habitat for Humanity state office in Texas. Bryan College Station Habitat was chosen for exceptional work in their own community, for stepping up to coordinate disaster relief after Hurricane Harvey, and for its commitment to working for a time when all Texans can live in a safe, decent, affordable home.
Habitat for Humanity offers a hand up, not a hand out, as volunteers and homebuyers work together to build new homes and repair homes for those unable otherwise to get the support they need. The price of the homes is based on the homeowner’s ability to pay a mortgage, and they and Habitat volunteers pitch in to help build it. Donations are used to help Habitat build homes even faster as the need is great.
Habitat for Humanity Texas empowers the state’s 68 Habitat for Humanity affiliates by providing advocacy, disaster services, resource development, and training and technical assistance. Its annual conference known as the Lone Star Summit teaches more Habitat leaders from Texas than any other event. It features speakers and workshops, plus exhibitors and a trade show.