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Wanted: your presence at Beach Bash

Beach Bash 2024

May 16, 2024

Beach Bash Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored and donated to make Beach Bash possible! A special thanks to Jennifer Waugh, who did a fantastic job as MC, Brian…

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Homeowner Profile: Meet Kathy

May 16, 2024

Kathy was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and currently works at the University of Florida in the Hematology/Oncology department. She has three children Jaylin (20), Ariana (16) & Karter…

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Mayport Townhomes Groundbreaking

May 16, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the start of construction in our neighborhood. Please join us to celebrate this milestone! The ceremony will take place at 9 AM on Saturday, June…

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Home Dedication: Faith Build on Ribault Park Street

May 4, 2024

You’re invited to a home dedication ceremony! Help us welcome Kathy and her family home! We’ve finally completed construction, and it’s almost time for them to close on their affordable…

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Alessandra strives to make an impact

March 29, 2024

My name is Alessandra Manuzon. I was born and raised in the Philippines and moved to Atlantic Beach in 2013 when my parents bought a house through Beaches Habitat’s program.…

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Gussie speaks from the heart

March 17, 2024

My journey started 10 years ago. I was a divorced mother with four children. I needed stability for my children, and I applied to Beaches Habitat for Humanity for a…

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Message from the CEO

March 1, 2024

Dear Friends of Beaches Habitat, 2023 was another exciting year! It is a blessing to have so many dedicated volunteers and generous donors willing to partner with local families to…

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CEO Build 2024

December 6, 2023

What is CEO Build? CEO Build is a unique opportunity to demonstrate to your team and the community that you are committed to supporting a healthy economy in the Jacksonville…

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Recycle for Good

August 22, 2023

Your trash is our treasure From September 1 through November 30, Beaches Habitat for Humanity is competing with Habitat organizations to recycle the most aluminum cans. We’ll turn those cans…

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Ribault Park Women Build home

From Blueprint to Reality

August 4, 2023

A Habitat for Humanity construction site is unlike any other construction site you’ll encounter. As volunteers, staff, and future homeowners transform a pile of wood and metal into a home,…

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