Happy New Year!

January is the start of a new year full of hope! I reflected on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s quote, “Everybody can be great...because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” Part of President Biden’s Proclamation on Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2024 states that, “Today, we reflect on the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and recommit to honoring his moral vision on the path to redeeming the soul of our Nation. On this day, may we recommit to being guided by Dr. King’s light and by the charge of Scripture: 'Let us never grow weary in doing what is right, for if we do not give up, we will reap our harvest in due time.' We must continue Dr. King’s march forward by choosing democracy over autocracy and a 'Beloved Community' over chaos. We must be believers, doers, and, most of all, dreamers. We must be repairers of the breach and remember that the power to redeem the soul of America lies in all of us — 'We the People.'” – President Biden

At Habitat, we continue to build the Beloved Community that includes diversity where we are committed to loving our neighbors. We are working to change historic discrimination in housing policies in the United States by putting systems in place to close the racial homeownership gap. 

“We will do the work in our practices, our programs and our networks that brings equity to our efforts and helps bring justice to the communities in which we work. We will, throughout our ministry, connect issues of racial and social injustice with historic barriers to affordable housing and work to eradicate those barriers.” - Habitat International

You are all part of our Beloved Community. It is because of your generosity of time, talent and treasure that we are able to transform lives by providing affordable housing for families in Coastal Fairfield County. Thank you for an impactful 2023! 

At Habitat CFC, we put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Blessings! 

Carolyn Vermont

Chief Executive Officer

Shop and Donate ReStore. It's a win-win-win!

Dust off those winter blues and spring clean your home the hero way – by donating to your local Habitat for Humanity ReStore! It's not just about getting rid of clutter, it's about giving gently used furniture a second chance and building brighter futures. All proceeds from ReStore go toward building Habitat for Humanity homes in Coastal Fairfield County.

And while you're donating, you can score some pretty sweet deals on unique finds along the way. It's a win-win-win: declutter your space, help build homes, and maybe even find exactly what you need for your next remodel or home improvement project by shopping at ReStore!

You're Invited to Set Sail to Habitat Island!

Annual Gala Tickets and Sponsorships Now Available!

You are cordially invited to Habitat CFC’s Annual Gala! Celebrate in style with a Tropical Extravaganza at the Woodway Country Club in Darien, CT on Saturday, April 6, 2024! A special evening with cocktails, dinner, dancing, auction and more!

To purchase tickets or a sponsorship online, click the “Click To Purchase” button below. For a PDF version of the form: Click here.

If you're interested in becoming a sponsor for this event, please contact Jay Helmer, Development Manager, at jhelmer@habitatcfc.org or 203-333-2642 ext. 126.

You’re invited! Join us for our Annual Meeting at Messiah Baptist Church, REW Fellowship Hall Lower Level, 210 Congress Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604 on February 26, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 7 p.m. The program will begin promptly at 6 p.m.



Click the link below to R.S.V.P. by Friday, February 16th! 

Join us for a live conversation on Zoom in celebration of Black History Month! Carolyn Vermont, CEO of Habitat CFC, will be joined by 2024 Keynote Speaker Shivonne McKay Annan, President & CEO of The Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport, Inc.

WHEN: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE: Zoom

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. We hope you’re able to join this virtual event! Click the link below to register today!

Looking for plans this weekend? Join Women Build!

Join Women Build for two Build Days in the month of February! There are few slots still available for Saturday, February 3rd and Saturday, February 10, 2024.

Signing up is easy! Click the link below to reserve your spot! 

Thank you for supporting our mission to build new affordable homes for low-income, working families in Fairfield County. 

MLK Day of Service was a Success!

This month, we celebrated the life, legacy, and impact of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Volunteers from throughout our service area came together to make a positive contribution to their community. They helped us build wall frames in our Panel Shop and installed insulation at our build site on Stratford Avenue in Bridgeport, CT!

It's Official! Three families signed their closing documents and recieved the keys to their homes!

It's official! Alma Machado, Rafael Colon, Candice Stanford, Yeymi Salas, and Raul Ortiz have closed on their homes, marking the beginning of a new chapter filled with love, warmth, and stability!

Join us in celebrating the power of community and the incredible journey these families have embarked upon. Through their hard work, dedication, and the support of generous donors and volunteers, they've now secured a place to call their own!

Youth United Members Painted Their Love for Home!

Something magical happened this month! Youth United (YU) hosted a heartwarming event where children of Habitat CFC homeowners had the opportunity to express their love for 'home' through the joy of painting. The event was facilitated by YU Vice President Patrick Gunn. Great job!