Together, We Build

Together, We Build

In “Together, We Build,” Habitat homeowners Johanna Jimenez (since 2007), Debra and Johnny Tucker (since 2003), and Cheryl Hayes (since 1989) share how Habitat homeownership has helped them build generational wealth, financial stability, and the security of a place to truly call home.

For Johanna, owning a Habitat home was the key that unlocked countless doors. It gave her the confidence and resources to pursue higher education, launch a successful career as a real estate broker, and purchase a second home. Today, she serves on the Milwaukee Habitat Board of Directors, helping others achieve the same stability that changed her life. Watch Johanna’s full circle story.

Debra and Johnny Tucker share the story of how their Habitat home provided space, security, and opportunity for their family of nine. They recall their young sons marveling at the simple joy of having room to stretch out on the floor. Over the years, their Habitat house became a cornerstone for their family’s journey from low income to financial stability, giving them the ability to save, invest in their children’s futures, and create a legacy of prosperity and pride. Watch the Tuckers reflect on the role homeownership has played in their family’s achievements.

For Cheryl, her Habitat home is much more than a building; it’s her “anchor.” It’s a place where her children and grandchildren are always welcome, a source of love and stability for her family. For Cheryl, homeownership wasn’t just a change in address; it was the change she needed to transform her life and ensure her family’s future. Watch as Cheryl shares her transformational journey.

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