The staff at Athens Area Habitat for Humanity would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year. As you celebrate this holiday season consider joining Athens Area Habitat for Humanity in our mission of changing lives by building affordable housing in our community. There are many ways you can get involved. Volunteering at Athens Area Habitat is a great way to give back, learn skills, meet great people and get a feeling a accomplishment. As a non-profit organization, Athens Area Habitat depends on volunteers in the Athens Area for support. Volunteers are the backbone of Habitat and everyone has something to offer. Shopping at Athens Habitat ReStores is another great was to join in on the fun. Thousands of local shoppers visit Habitat ReStores weekly to find deals of a lifetime, you can too. Donating, whether donating household items or monetary gifts, you will be sure every dollar earned stays in your local community. If you want to be sure your charitable donation really makes a difference this year, and keeps making a difference for years to come, consider joining the Committee of 1000. For only $67, you can help put a hard working family into their first home, be invited to a special party with good music, sensational food and lots of great people. There’s no better feeling than being able to point to a home and say, “I helped build that home for a good family. Athens Area Habitat for Humanity is also looking for homeowners. If you are interested in owning your own home. Apply today for a Habitat home. Eligibility is based on 3 basic requirements. Need for a home, ability to pay and sweat equity. For more information on any of our programs or how you can get involved give us a call at 706-208-1001 or email us at pr@athenshabitat.com.