u003ch3u003eMore Ways to Get Involvedu003c/h3u003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eBecome a u003ca href=u0022https://habitatlmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024-Women-Build-Sponsorship-Packet.pdfu0022u003esponsoru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003e! We have a wide-range of sponsorship opportunities available beginning at $500. Sponsors enjoy benefits such as logo placement in key materials and on the Build Sites, inclusion in media releases, social media posts, and more.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eSign-up to u003cstrongu003ecaptain a u003ca href=u0022https://habitatlmc.org/become-a-women-builder/u0022u003eVirtual Builderu003c/au003e Teamu003c/strongu003e or become an u003cbu003eIndividual Virtual Builderu003c/bu003e. This is a terrific option for individuals and teams who are not able/not interested in participating in a physical build day.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://secure.qgiv.com/event/womenbuild24/donate/u0022u003eMake a Donationu003c/au003e u003c/strongu003eto the event. All proceeds will help more women in our community become homeowners.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDonate lunch, coffee, or snacks for one of our build days. Email [email protected] to commit!u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e

u003ch3u003eQuestions?u003c/h3u003ernCheck out our u003ca href=u0022https://habitatlmc.org/women-build-faqs/u0022u003eFrequently Asked Questions pageu003c/au003e or contact us at [email protected]!

Achieving homeownership and the security that comes with it can be far more difficult for women to realize than for men in similar situations. Here are just a few reasons why:rnu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eMen earn more on average than women, resulting in access to higher credit, loans with better terms, and higher-quality homes, and safer neighborhoods.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e80% of single-parent households are headed by women and women are twice as likely to be the primary caretaker for an elderly parent. This can limit a woman’s ability to dedicate the necessary time to obtaining and maintaining consistent employment.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eSingle women are denied mortgages at higher rates than single men despite the fact that studies show that women are more reliable at paying back mortgages.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e

u003ch3u003eHomeownership opportunities for women are essential!u003c/h3u003ernu003ch4u003e1. u003ca href=u0022http://chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.habitat.org/sites/default/files/Evidence-Brief_Wealth-building-for-homeowners.pdfu0022u003eEconomic Empowermentu003c/au003eu003c/h4u003ernHomeownership is a significant driver of wealth accumulation. For women, owning a home means building equity, which can be leveraged for future financial needs such as education, retirement, or starting a business. Studies have shown that women who own homes are more likely to achieve long-term financial stability compared to those who rent. This stability is especially critical for single mothers, who often face higher financial pressures and are at greater risk of poverty .rnu003ch4u003e2. Gender Equalityu003c/h4u003ernInvesting in homeownership opportunities for women contributes to closing the gender wealth gap. Historically, women have faced systemic barriers in accessing property and credit. By prioritizing policies and programs that facilitate homeownership for women, communities can address these inequities and promote gender equality. This includes providing access to affordable housing, offering financial literacy programs, and ensuring equal access to credit.rnu003ch4u003e3. u003ca href=u0022http://chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.jchs.harvard.edu/sites/default/files/liho01-14.pdfu0022u003eImproved Educational Outcomesu003c/au003eu003c/h4u003ernResearch consistently shows that children in homeowner households perform better academically. Stability in housing allows children to attend the same schools for longer periods, leading to better educational continuity and higher academic achievement. A study by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University found that homeownership positively impacts children’s cognitive development and educational attainment .rnu003ch4u003e5. u003ca href=u0022https://communityprogress.org/u0022u003eCommunity Developmentu003c/au003eu003c/h4u003ernWhen women own homes, the benefits extend beyond the individual to the community at large. Homeowners are more likely to invest in their neighborhoods, participate in local governance, and contribute to community cohesion. This increased civic engagement can lead to safer, more stable, and prosperous communities. Moreover, diverse homeownership can stimulate local economies by boosting demand for goods and services.rnu003ch4u003e6. Breaking the Cycle of Povertyu003c/h4u003ernHomeownership is a key factor in breaking the cycle of poverty. For many low-income women and their families, owning a home can be a pathway out of poverty. It provides not only a stable living environment but also an asset that can be passed down to future generations, thereby helping to build intergenerational wealth and stability .

u003ch4u003eWomen Build is one small step toward raising awareness and ensuring that more woman-led families in our community have the opportunity to provide bright futures for themselves and their families through the foundation of homeownership.u003c/h4u003e