Weaver Foundation Awards $500,000 to Habitat Greensboro to Expand Affordable Housing
GREENSBORO, NC – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro is thrilled to announce a transformational gift of $500,000 from the Weaver Foundation. This generous contribution will significantly enhance Habitat Greensboro’s ability to acquire land, supporting the organization’s ambitious goal of serving 200 additional local families through safe, stable, and affordable housing.
“The Weaver Foundation’s incredible generosity is truly game-changing,” said Christine Byrd, Chief Development Officer of Habitat Greensboro. “Land acquisition is a critical part of our mission to create sustainable communities, and this gift accelerates our efforts to ensure more Greensboro families have a decent place to call home.”
The Weaver Foundation, known for its longstanding dedication to improving quality of life, education, and community resilience throughout Greater Greensboro, shares Habitat’s vision of empowered communities through secure housing.
“We deeply value the partnership and shared mission we have with Habitat Greensboro,” stated Mike Weaver, founder and past-chair of the Weaver Foundation. “Investing in affordable housing is investing in the future of our community—creating stability, opportunity, and hope for countless families.”
Habitat Greensboro will use this gift specifically to fund land acquisitions critical for upcoming projects, directly enabling the expansion of their home-building initiatives.
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About Weaver Foundation:
Founded on the principles of community support and philanthropy, the Weaver Foundation focuses on enhancing quality of life through thoughtful, strategic giving. Their work addresses vital community needs such as education, housing, and community resilience. To learn more, visit weaverfoundation.com.
About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro partners with people in our community, and all over the world, to help them build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering, or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Kevin Shoffner
Marketing Manager
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro
Email: [email protected]