(L-R): Brenda Sutherland, HFHGP board vice president; Amy Belmore, HFHGP executive director; Nicole Joy Hales, HFHGP board president; John Mohr, HFHGP board treasurer; and Jim Middleton, HFHGP project director
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth (HFHGP; www.hfhplymouth.org), a nonprofit organization with a mission of providing decent affordable housing in the region, is pleased to announce that they have closed on a property in Manomet, which will become the site of their next home building project.
The small property on Indian Avenue currently includes a small unfinished cottage. The cottage will be finished and expanded with a two-story addition to create a modest, three- bedroom home for a low-income family in need. HFHGP received critical support from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds through the Town of Plymouth’s Office of Community Development to acquire the property, and the organization is now actively finalizing the design plans with the help of pro bono architectural and engineering services. The CDBG program is a federal grant program through the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that addresses critical community development needs, including housing, infrastructure, and economic development.
“The Town of Plymouth is proud to support the growth of affordable home ownership in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth” said Derek Brindisi, Plymouth Town Manager. “The focus of the CDBG Program is to provide quality affordable housing that enhances community development. The Town believes that this project will have a positive impact on our community and is an excellent use of those funds.”
Consistent with the traditional Habitat model, construction labor will be provided almost entirely by volunteers from throughout the community. HFHGP is aiming to be ready to welcome volunteer crews by July; those interested in getting involved are encouraged to visit www.hfhplymouth.org/how-to-
“We’re very grateful to work together with Peggy Whalen and the Office of Community Development in a shared effort to create another affordable home ownership opportunity in Plymouth,” said Amy Belmore, executive director of HFHGP. “Without question, there is a massive need for affordable options in our area, and too many families are dealing with destabilizing housing insecurity. Habitat is eager to get to work and we welcome involvement from the wider community.”
About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth is a registered non-profit organization with a mission of providing decent affordable housing in the region. Their office, along with its ReStore, is located at 160 N. Main Street in Carver and the service area includes Plymouth, Kingston, Carver, Middleboro, Plympton and Lakeville. In addition to complete home builds, they also make repairs on existing homes that are essential for health and safety. An application process is required for those interested in becoming a Habitat homeowner and for home repairs. HFHGP is continuously seeking volunteers, financial support, and furniture/building material donations to the ReStore. More information, volunteer sign-up, and applications can be found at www.hfhplymouth.org, and readers are encouraged to follow HFHGP and HFHGP ReStore on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Questions can be directed to info@hfhplymouth.org or 508-866-4188.
