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Family Partners

The Family Partnership Committee pairs DC Habitat volunteers with homeowner candidates. The volunteers, or partners, serve as the link between the candidates and the Habitat office. Partners answer questions and provide support in preparation for the homeownership process. Many partners work on site with their homeowner family, helping earn sweat equity hours. Family Partners are asked to maintain a relationship with the homeowner candidate for at least a year after the home is completed. Family Partnership works in conjunction with the Family Selection Committee and meets as needed.

"My partner and I had a great experience as her house grew around us. Moving-in day was a truly fulfilling experience for me, as I saw how happy she and her kids were with what we all had done together. I'll be keeping in touch with her for a couple of more months, and then I intend to look for another partner. It's a great experience."
—A Family Partners Committee Volunteer