Emily Benson fundraising for Guatemala-Biethan Team

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Emily Benson

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Guatemala-Biethan Team

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I have an amazing opportunity through CBRE to travel to Guatemala in August and work alongside Habitat for Humanity to help make housing a reality for those in need!

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almost 8 years ago

Thank you so much! My registration is covered thanks to everyone's generosity! If you are on this page to make a donation, please go to: https://www.gofundme.com/35rh3hj4

About Me

It has always been a dream of mine to travel with Habitat for Humanity! I'm so excited to experience a new (to me) culture in Guatemala, but the main reason for this trip, and what I'm most looking forward to, is that I will get to work to build new, safe, affordable housing for families in need. I'm very much looking forward to taking advantage of this opportunity to make a positive change in someone's life!

CBRE's support is the reason this dream has become a reality, but they are not able to cover the full cost. That's where you come in! Any and all donations are very much appreciated and will be put to very good use. Any questions? Just ask! I can't talk about this trip enough. Thank you!!!

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One of the most significant challenges to housing in Guatemala is access to land. Many low-income families have no legal proof that they own the land they inhabit. These properties rarely have basic utilities and are often located in vulnerable areas, such as ravines and riverbanks. Even when a family has moderate income or has managed to save a small amount of money, obtaining a loan to purchase land or buy a home is often a challenge.

Global Village is Habitat for Humanity’s international volunteer program. Teams travel to over 40 countries to work alongside communities, build housing solutions, and experience local culture. Our goal is to change the lives of the people we serve, as well as the lives of the volunteers.

To join a team or learn more, visit www.habitat.org/gv.

About Habitat for Humanity International 

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 1,300 communities throughout the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitat.org.

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Thank you so much! My registration is covered thanks to everyone's generosity! If you are on this page to make a donation, please go to: https://www.gofundme.com/35rh3hj4

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