Habitat Receives Grant from Wachovia Foundation

Connie Smith, Community Affairs Manager of The Wachovia Foundation, was the bearer of the good news that East Pasco Habitat for Humanity was receiving a grant for their program. They were very pleased to present John J. Finnerty, CEO and Karen Streaker, Director of Development for East Pasco Habitat for Humanity with a check in the amount of $7,500 to assist with the "Foundations for a Healthy Life."

The Wachovia funds are underwriting physical foundations for two homes to be constructed in the fall at property located in Dade City. A total of 10 homes are being built in the next year by Habitat.

Habitat for Humanity is a "hand-up not a hand-out" and their mission is to help eliminate sub-standard housing in East Pasco County. Every day, hundreds of low-income families battle for survival, not only facing the plight of poverty itself but also the anguish of watching their children suffer in deplorable living conditions. With the help of businesses, foundations such as The Wachovia Foundation, and individuals, the work of Habitat is making a difference!