Barbara Lewis McCarthy fundraising for Zacapa, Guatemala - McCarthy - 2015

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Barbara Lewis McCarthy

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I'm raising money to build another home in Zacapa (#7). Please consider donating, or become a Supporter to follow my progress and spread the word. Thanks!!

Barbara Lewis McCarthy

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about 9 years ago

We've reached our goal!!! Thank you so much to all who donated! We leave tomorrow for Guatemala and are looking forward to a successful build. Photos to follow :)

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I've been going to Guatemala with Habitat for Humanity's Global Village Program since 2008. Each year I am impressed by the progress being made to provide the people with safe, affordable housing.  But there is a severe housing shortage in Guatemala and we really need help to continue our work. Please consider donating - every little bit helps! Thank you!

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One of the most significant challenges to housing in Guatemala is access to land. Many low-income families have no legal proof that they own the land they inhabit. These properties rarely have basic utilities and are often located in vulnerable areas, such as ravines and riverbanks. Even when a family has moderate income or has managed to save a small amount of money, obtaining a loan to purchase land or buy a home is often a challenge.

Global Village is Habitat for Humanity’s international volunteer program. Teams travel to over 40 countries to work alongside communities, build housing solutions, and experience local culture. Our goal is to change the lives of the people we serve, as well as the lives of the volunteers.

To join a team or learn more, visit www.habitat.org/gv.

About Habitat for Humanity International 

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 1,300 communities throughout the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to 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. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitat.org.

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Barbara Lewis McCarthy posted a new update:
about 9 years ago

Update #3

We've reached our goal!!! Thank you so much to all who donated! We leave tomorrow for Guatemala and are looking forward to a successful build. Photos to follow :)

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Barbara Lewis McCarthy posted a new update:
over 9 years ago

We just hit 50% of my goal for fundraising for our Habitat for Humanity Trip to Guatemala. Can you help us get to 100%??

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Barbara Lewis McCarthy posted a new update:
over 9 years ago

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Help me reach my campaign goal on #Share.Habitat! You can donate as much or little as you want. Check it out: http://share.habitat.org/barbara-mccarthy-gv15225 .

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