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March 27, 2015

Habitat for Humanity frames home at the University of Georgia with Athens family

MEDIA ADVISORY   Contact: Ryan Lewis Athens Area Habitat for Humanity (706) 208-1001 ext. 202 pr@athenshabitat.com   Habitat for Humanity frames home at the University of Georgia with Athens family   WHAT:          The Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library at the University of Georgia will be the new home to nearly four decades of Habitat for Read More

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December 9, 2014

Athens Habitat Wins Big at the Athens Downtown Parade of Lights!

Athens Area Habitat for Humanity has a long history of award winning floats in the annual Athens Downtown Parade of Lights and this year we continued our streak taking home the “Best Use of Theme by a Non-Profit”! This year’s theme was the 12 Days of Christmas which we changed to the 12 Days of Read More

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November 20, 2014

Partner Spotlight: SmartCare Urgent Care

Athens Smartcare Urgent Care was drawn to Athens by the great vibrant community. Being Urgent Care, their goal is to be doctors when you need them. They have a walk in clinic that serves any need you have whether you have insurance or not, all at an affordable price. Smartcare supports affordable housing because they Read More

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November 17, 2014

Two New Home Dedications Just in Time for Thanksgiving!

November, 18th, 2014 (Athens, GA) — Athens Area Habitat for Humanity will hold two dedication ceremonies the week of Thanksgiving to celebrate the completion of two new Habitat homes. The first ceremony and official key exchange to new homeowner, Kamika Fambrough takes place on Monday, November 24th, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. at 100 Redfern Circle Read More

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November 12, 2014

Partner Spotlight: 3tree Realty

3tree Realty is a boutique Real Estate firm specializing in residential and commercial real estate and property management founded by Ceci Churchwell in 2010. 3tree Realty’s goal is to be a one-stop shop for all our clients’ real estate needs.  They represent both buyers and sellers in all types of real estate transactions.  3tree Realty Read More

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October 14, 2014

7th Annual JJFCC and 5K+ Success! Saturday Was a Great Day for a Ride and Run!

We had a fantastic turn out for the 7th Annual Jittery Joe’s Fall Classic Century and 5K+ this Saturday! The Jittery Joe’s Tasting Room at 425 Barber Street was a perfect new location for the festivities and aside from some unexpected heat the weather was beautiful. Over 200 folks rode and ran, raising thousands of Read More

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September 3, 2013

REGISTER NOW for the 7th Annual Jittery Joe’s Fall Classic Century and 5K+ on October 11th!

Registration starts at 8:30! Rides start at 10! Run starts at 10:30! Register Online HERE! The 7th Annual Jittery Joe’s Fall Classic Century Bike Ride and 5K+ to benefit Athens Area Habitat for Humanity will be held at the new Jittery Joe’s Roaster (425 Barber Street) on Saturday, October 11th, 2014. Cyclists can register for Read More

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August 19, 2013

Athens Habitat Opens a New ReStore!

Athens Area Habitat for Humanity will be opening a brand new ReStore on Atlanta Highway! The new ReStore is set to open on August 20th, 2013. The Habitat Affiliate has decided to expand its thrift store operation so that it may reach more people in the Athens community. The current ReStore at 532 Barber St. Read More

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August 5, 2013

Athens Habitat Welcomes New Germans!

We are so excited to welcome the arrival of three new German helpers at our organization! Tom, Peter, and Lennart will spend the next year helping us out at our ReStore and at our build sites. We picked them up from the airport on Friday night and, even though they were tired from travelling and Read More

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June 23, 2013

EHARP Provides Ramps for People in Need

When most people think of Habitat for Humanity they think of affordable homes built for deserving families. There is a reason for this; the homeownership program is the reason Habitat exists. Habitat is dedicated to provide simple, decent, affordable housing to hard-working families in the Athens Area. But what happens to the families who already Read More

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June 10, 2013

Athens Area Habitat for Humanity to Break Ground on a New Home

Athens Area Habitat for Humanity will break ground on its 78th house in the Athens community on Saturday, June 22nd at 8:30 am at 140 Carpenters Circle. This house will be the fourth addition to Carpenter’s Circle, a Habitat community that will ultimately consist of seven houses located off Burney Street. We are building this Read More

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May 22, 2013

Helping Those Affected by Tornadoes

On May 15th thirteen tornados ripped through Granbury, Texas. Trinity Habitat for Humanity, located in Forth Worth, helped build many of the 110 homes in the low-income area that was affected the most. Most of the 61 Habitat homes in the area were either damaged or destroyed, including a home that was to be dedicated Read More

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May 14, 2013

New Community Space at The Foundation!

Athens Habitat is the proud new owner of a brand new community space! The new space is located at The Foundation, an apartment complex located on 1645 E Broad St. This area in particular is a testament to the work that Habitat has been doing in the community. Prior to Habitat’s involvement, The Foundation was Read More

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April 21, 2013

Earth Day

Earth Day, April 22, was created as a day to show support for environmental protection, to reduce, reuse, recyle, restore, and replenish. These five words define what the Habitat for Humanity ReStore is all about. We take old, donated furniture and sell it in the ReStore. We may sell the piece as is, but we Read More

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April 14, 2013

Twilight 2013

The Terrapin Twilight Bike Race is one of the most popular events in Athens, and it benefits Athens Habitat for Humanity! This year, the 2013 Twilight Bike Race will be on April 26-27th. While the main event is the bike race, there are also many other events in Athens for the race. The Athens Orthopedic Read More

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