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Habitat for Humanity Welcomes Corporate Donations
Donate to your Community! Do you know of a corporation or business that is looking to do something good in our community? Are they looking for a way to contribute to a worthwhile cause in a way that also benefits their brand? Are they struggling to find a solution…
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Where to donate children’s clothing in the GTA
As your children grow older, you might find yourself with lots of clothing that they’ve outgrown. You could always try to sell items online, or give them to a friend, but another great option is to donate used children’s clothing to a local charity. Some charities will give your donated…
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Make a “social investment” with Habitat’s Hope Builders Program
When choosing to invest money in a bank, fund or venture, we’re willing to bet that most of us take the time to look at the long-term impact that our investment will have and the return that money will yield. How our money will be spent and the…
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Why volunteering is good for your health
People volunteer with Habitat to make a difference in someone else’s life and make a positive impact in the community. However, those that are volunteering to help those less fortunate may be surprised to discover that their work also provides benefits to themselves. Many scientific studies form the past twenty…
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Breaking the cycle of homelessness with Habitat
Housing operates on a continuum. On one side there are homeowners. This is the part of the continuum Habitat does its work. We offer a hand-up to families and individuals who are unable to achieve homeownership due to other obstacles in their lives (financial constraints, illness, etc.). On the other…
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Habitat’s 2018 Spring Cleaning Checklist
Spring is nearly here, and as Halton and Peel start to thaw it becomes time to engage in the age-old tradition of spring cleaning. Spring cleaning offers a whole list of benefits, including a healthier home. It also is a great time to take stock of things that you need…
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Improving Health with Habitat Homes
Health and housing are interconnected. This link has grown from the widespread adoption of public health practices to combat communicable diseases. As populations soared in numbers and more nations prospered, the gap in positive health outcomes between populations became much more apparent and more difficult to ignore. Today there…
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The Truth Shall Set You Free: Correcting a Few Common Myths about Habitat
Habitat for Humanity is among the most widely known charities in the world and has been widely recognized for its work in alleviating the cycle of poverty, but there are still a number of misconceptions about what exactly the organization does. Here are a few points to set the…
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On the Move in Milton
Habitat for Humanity Halton-Mississauga has been hard at work in the Town of Milton. We love Milton. The level of support we receive from the community, our volunteers and donors for our cause is overwhelming. Giving Milton a ReStore location that properly reflects the level of support for…