Princess Anne, MD —Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County (HFHWC) celebrated the blessing of two new homes in Princess Anne, marking the agency’s second and third home sales in Somerset County. Community members, partners, and local dignitaries gathered to honor the De’Aza and Maldonado families as they achieved their dream of homeownership.
The De’Aza and Maldonado sisters purchased a duplex offered by HFHWC, choosing to raise their families together, just a door apart.
“With the cost of rent, food, and healthcare rising, and attainable housing becoming increasingly scarce, it is truly a great day when we can celebrate families achieving the dream of homeownership,” said Molly Hilligoss, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County.
Princess Anne Town Manager Dr. Kristen Drummond attended to mark this milestone for Somerset County. Dr. Drummond spoke about the impact of Habitat’s homeownership program and presented the families with a gift and words of.
Through hard work and with the support of Habitat donors, volunteers, and family support mentors, the families have secured a brighter, more stable future.
HFHWC welcomes all applicants for homeownership. To get started, visit wicomicohabitat.org.
About Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County
Habitat for Humanity works to make homeownership of safe, affordable homes a matter of conscience and action. Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County was founded in 1987. Since then, the affiliate has served 98 families with affordable homeownership and 175 families with critical home repairs. For more information, visit www.wicomicohabitat.org.
