I am so excited to
announce that I will travel this weekend to El Salvador to assist in a Habitat for Humanity mission. I will be traveling and building with my father with whom I am thrilled to share this experience with. Habitat focuses on
creating decent, durable living spaces for those in need locally and internationally. This can include renovating and preserving
existing structures or providing new construction at an affordable price in
order to promote dignity and hope for those most needing of assistance. One thing I have always respected and
appreciated about Habitat is their commitment to sustainable construction that
has long lasting benefits.
El Salvador in
particular has been struck by a series of recent natural disasters, creating
both an urban and rural need for affordable housing. At this time, 51% of people living in El
Salvador are in need of new housing due to disasters or the decay of existing
structures. Recently, the Habitat Charlotte location has
assisted in providing land, electricity, water, septic systems, and green areas
for 60 low-income families. In addition
to physically creating housing, Habitat also assists in educating families in
El Salvador to build a budget, analyze and control their expenses, and follow a
savings plan to move further than simply constructing a new residence, but
constructing a new, brighter future.
Find out more
information about Habitat for Humanity’s initiatives in El Salvador by clicking
here.
As an interior designer, this is a
mission very close to my heart and it will be a very special trip to share with my father. I look forward to sharing pictures and
stories from my experiences!
Have a great day,
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