As a new homeowner myself, I've become aware of the barriers and obstacles that come with not only dedicating the time, money and planning to home ownership, but also being one of the first in your family to own a home. Some of us don't have resources at our disposal from those who have gone through the same process that we're close to. This and other systemic barriers make it more difficult to own a home because of gender AND racial gaps. From the gender pay gap and its impact on credit profiles, to uneven child care responsibilities that consume time and financial resources, to higher rates of mortgage denials despite superior payment performance, the hurdles keeping women from homeownership are high.
Women Build Day by Habitat for Humanity Chicago is an initiative that helps women become homeowners and change their lives in a positive way so this is a cause that I am enthusiastic to support.
This October, I'm grabbing my hammer, strapping on my tool belt, and joining Habitat Chicago's Women Build alongside 500 determined women to knock these barriers down. Together, we will help our fellow women become homeowners with Habitat Chicago, a nonprofit committed to building a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
This is my first year participating in the Build Day as part of the Lamar Johnson Collaborative and Clayco team and I would love if you would consider supporting me in raising funds for this awesome cause!
Change happens one person at a time. I appreciate any support you can give - big, small, or somewhere in between.
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