Habitat for Humanity Coverage

Sampson County man, woman rejoice in new houses years after hurricanes destroyed old homes

On Monday, there was finally vindication for two Sampson County residents whose homes were damaged by Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Florence. They now have new places to stay.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

'God moves in mysterious ways': Man, woman move into new homes years after hurricanes

Two Sampson County residents whose homes were damaged by Hurricanes Matthew and Florence finally have new places to stay.

Habitat for Humanity of Wake County making progress in building 105 new homes off Old Poole Road

Habitat for Humanity of Wake County is currently building what will be more than a hundred new "affordable homes" in a new southeast Raleigh development.

Rick Armstrong,

Habitat for Humanity constructs affordable housing southeast of downtown Raleigh to help families

The nonprofit organization is in the process of building a brand new "Old Poole Place" that is aimed at lower-income residents. It will be a new neighborhood that'll eventually include 60 single-family homes and 45 townhomes near the intersection of Old Poole and Bethel Roads.

Eric Miller, WRAL reporter

Habitat for Humanity constructs on a new affordable housing project in the Triangle

Habitat for Humanity nonprofit organization is in the process of building a brand new "Old Poole Place" that is aimed at lower-income residents. It will be a new neighborhood that'll eventually include 60 single-family homes and 45 townhomes near the intersection of old Poole and bethel roads.

Beaufort County Habitat for Humanity gifts single mother a brand-new home

With the average price of a home in North Carolina up over 27-percent in the last year, not many families can afford what has become the norm for the market. For one Eastern Carolina woman that is not the case anymore.

Weavers Grove neighborhood to include mix of affordable housing

After years of planning, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County will break ground Sunday on a neighborhood in Chapel Hill for low- and moderate-income families.

Habitat project in Chapel Hill seeks to create 'melting pot of opportunity for people'

After years of planning, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County will break ground Sunday on a neighborhood in Chapel Hill for low- and moderate-income families.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Fayetteville veteran gets new roof

Charles Coleman from Fayetteville was chosen to receive a roof replacement. The initiative is part of a Habitat for Humanity project to show gratitude and honor veterans who served our country.

Women-only team builds Habitat home in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville Habitat Women's Build is an event that draws women from across the state every year.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Women work together to build Habitat home in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville Habitat Women's Build attracts volunteers from across the state.

Your spring cleaning donations could fund a new home for a neighbor

Sales from Habitat for Humanity ReStores support the mission: To build more affordable homes.

Jeff Hogan, anchor/reporter, and Rick Armstrong, photojournalist

Apex plans 10 new homes on Kissena Lane

The Town of Apex wants to attract more people residents by keeping housing costs under control. Mayor Jacques Gilbert wants homeowners and renters in Apex to be able to spend less than 30 percent of their total income on rent or a mortgage.

Some in Apex balk at mayor's plan for new affordable housing development

The Town of Apex wants to attract more people residents by keeping housing costs under control. Mayor Jacques Gilbert wants homeowners and renters in Apex to be able to spend less than 30 percent of their total income on rent or a mortgage.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Hurricane Matthew victim, vet celebrates Christmas with children in their new home

Christmas 2019 took on an added layer of celebration for a former Fort Bragg soldier and victim of Hurricane Matthew. For the first time in three years, Tomeka Rich and her five children woke up on Christmas morning in their own home.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Fayetteville community welcoming vets, hurricane victims to new homes

For the first time in three years, Tomeka Rich and her five children woke up on Christmas morning in their own home.

Raleigh Hall of Fame 2019: Habitat for Humanity

The 2019 Raleigh Hall of Fame recognizes individuals and non-profit organizations who have made significant contributions to the City of Oaks. Habitat for Humanity, one of the 12 inductees, brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Live grenade found inside donated dresser at Durham Habitat ReStore

A Durham secondhand store had to be evacuated Saturday after a volunteer found a live grenade inside a donated dresser.

Live grenade found in donated dresser at Durham store

A live hand grenade was found in a dresser that was donated to the Habitat ReStore in Durham.

Families who are hurricane victims get new homes in time for the holidays

Christmas came early for two families forced from their homes by Hurricanes Matthew and Florence.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL reporter

Families get new home in time for holidays

Gilbert Baez shows the homes families get from Habitat for Humanity in time for holidays

Hurricane victims celebrate receiving new homes

The Fayetteville Habitat for Humanity has set aside at least 15 homes for hurricane victims. Two homes will be turned over to its new owner at 3 p.m. today.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL reporter

New Bern rebuilding with help from Habitat for Humanity

In New Bern, nearly a year after Hurricane Florence, recovery is slow but progress is finally happening. Many people who lost their homes to the hurricane are relying on groups like Habitat for Humanity a lift to put their lives back together.

With help from Habitat for Humanity, New Bern making strides on long road back from Hurricane Florence

In New Bern, nearly a year after Hurricane Florence, recovery is slow but progress is finally happening. Many people who lost their homes to the hurricane are relying on groups like Habitat for Humanity a lift to put their lives back together.

Amanda Lamb, WRAL reporter

Habitat homes offer new beginning for Fayetteville victims of recent hurricanes

Some victims of Hurricanes Matthew, Florence and Michael are finally closer to moving into a new home. Construction is underway at a new Habitat for Humanity community in Fayetteville off Old Bunce Road.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter