Marist Women Build
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Who We Are
In 2001, the women of Marist School teamed up with Atlanta Habitat for Humanity to form the first high school all-women build in the country.
Marist Women Build's mission is to make homeownership a reality for families in need. We advance our mission by educating women about Habitat for Humanity and by teaching and supporting women volunteers who build with us. All Marist Women Build homes have been built for families with a single parent as head of the household which supports our vision of changing lives one home at a time.
The following is needed to successfully build a Habitat for Humanity home:
- $90,000 in funds raised from Sponsors and Builders
- 200+ Volunteer Builders
- 8 build days, 7 hours each
- Volunteer Builders can build 1 day or multiple days
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Be a Sponsor
Each year, we rely on the generosity of our donors to commit $90,000 toward the construction of our Habitat home. Every donation, no matter the size, pushes Marist Women Build closer to reaching our goal. Please consider supporting financially, even if not at one of the sponsorship levels.
Be a Builder
About Habitat Homeowners
Fast facts about Habitat for Humanity homeowners:
- Must be legal residents of the U.S.
- Must prove steady income and good credit
- Must have monthly income that falls within minimum and maximum limits, depending on household size
- Must sustain a savings account over six months
- Must be first-time homebuyers
- Must invest at least 250 sweat-equity hours building for themselves and others
- Must have a down payment. The home is leased to the homeowner for a year while they attend required Habitat homeowner and financial education classes.
More information about Habitat homeowners can be found on the Atlanta Habitat for Humanity website.
