MP Phillip Lawrence, Warden Mandy Martin and Deputy Mayor Nicole Beatty were all on hand today for the passing of the keys to new homeowner Alfred Groves and his two sons.
Groves told us Habitat for Humanity helped make affordable housing a reality for his family.
Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Meaghan MacDonald told us this home is a buy-back from the previous Habitat owners which helps keep stock of affordable houses.
“This is our second dedication this year, and our 65th since we began as an affiliate 25 years ago,” explains Macdonald. “With our local affordable housing options shrinking, we’re proud that another family can be safely and affordably housed through the buy-back component of the Habitat homeownership program. As we celebrate the achievement of the Groves family, we also reflect on how grateful we are for the incredible volunteers, donors, staff, and families who have made Habitat for Humanity Northumberland what it is over the last 25 years.”
The Groves family will continue to give back to the local community as part of their partnership with Habitat. Along with family and friends, they have contributed over 500 hours in the ReStore and on this and other Habitat construction sites. Their monthly mortgage payments will contribute to future builds in our community as well as other countries through the fund for humanity.
Groves told us this opportunity means so much for him and his family.
MacDonald told us she’s looking forward to the next build in Baltimore which will see seven homes become available to help families struggling with the rising cost of housing in Northumberland.
For more information on Habitat for Humanity Northumberland visit HOME | Habitat for Humanity Northumberland | Affordable Housing (habitatnorthumberland.ca) or follow Habitat’s Facebook page at (20+) Habitat for Humanity Northumberland | Facebook.
Written by Joseph Goden
