HABITAT UPDATE! E NEWSLETTER FROM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 26SEP12

UPDATE from Habitat for Humanity on their uplifting people,  projects, policies and campaigns in the US and around the world!

September 2012 News All things in common We celebrate Habitat’s spiritual godfather Clarence Jordan, as well as the concept of community and Habitat’s roots. Tony’s story: Making an investment in humankind After his journey from homelessness to homeownership, one man speaks from the heart. Return, Rebuild Vic Romback was one of 22 veterans who returned to help construct three houses with Habitat partner families during the Vietnam Veterans Build in Binh Ninh village. Get Involved with Habitat Take the pledge! This World Habitat Day, take the Pledge to End Poverty Housing to help us highlight the need for safe, decent, affordable housing. Help build homes and hope Donate today to help us partner with families to build safe, decent and affordable homes. Together, we are transforming the lives of more than 2 million people around the world! Why We Build ‘Every day a new adventure’ In this Habitat World blog, Disaster Corps volunteer Joe Mulgrew reflects on his time rebuilding in Japan. Housing Statistics 267,314: The number of volunteers working with affiliates through the Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative in FY2011. 1,500: Habitat Jordan has helped 1,500 families build or improve their home over the past nine years. Subscribe Was this e-mail forwarded to you by a friend? Sign up for Habitat's e-mail newsletters via our Web site. Learn about Habitat - Your local Habitat - Fact sheet - Read our site index Partner with Habitat - Donate online - Job opportunities - Volunteer programs - Be an advocate - Employer matching - Social websites

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