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Julie Cline

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I'm raising money to help build homes for those in need in the area of San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic.

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I'm raising money to help build homes for those in need in the area of San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic.

Habitat for Humanity is a special cause for me because it is, as they say, "A hand UP, not a handout." Habitat homes are sold, not donated, via an interest-free loan to those who would not qualify for a conventional mortgage. Furthermore, future Habitat homeowners are required to provide "sweat equity" in the form of the labor they put in by helping to build their own home. They are also required to attend a range of classes that help prepare them for the rigors of home-ownership and to better manage their finances.

To me, this makes Habitat for Humanity special among most charitable causes. Rather than simply handing out kindnesses and wishing people the best, Habitat makes those in need work for what they receive, which results in people who truly appreciate the home they’re left with at the end of the process. Moreover, by educating homeowners about finances and home-ownership, Habitat gives people the tools they need to keep that for which they’ve worked, and to further improve their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

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The Dominican Republic: a land of beautiful white sand beaches, palm trees, and warm sparkling water; a destination enjoyed by many tourists each year. The Dominican Republic is all of that, but it is also a land where people suffer from poverty, poor living conditions, and inadequate housing.

Thrivent and Habitat:

No matter who we are or where we come from, we all deserve to have a decent life. We deserve to feel strength and stability day after day. At Habitat for Humanity, this is what unites us. Through shelter, we empower. Building with Habitat for Humanity International is a profound experience for all involved. It’s not just sticks and blocks. It is tears and smiles, borne of hard work and faith.That’s why Thrivent Financial works with Habitat and it’s why we want to do more. Much more. Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity engages congregations, Thrivent members, Habitat affiliates, and individuals from across the United States and around the world to build hundreds of housing solutions per year for Habitat homeowners, directly reducing poverty housing around the world.Thrivent Financial’s mission as a membership organization of Christians is to guide people to be wise with money and live generously. Leading or participating in a Thrivent Builds Worldwide trip with Habitat is a prime way to put that mission in action.

About Thrivent Builds Worldwide:

The Thrivent Builds program combines the financial, volunteer, and advocacy resources of Thrivent Financial together with the affordable housing leadership of Habitat for Humanity. Thrivent Builds Worldwide teams are led by members of Thrivent Financial and build in communities both locally and around the world. To learn more, please visit www.thriventbuilds.com

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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