The Snider family is one of 34 families that Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward-Hastings has assisted in finding a Home for the Holidays over the past three decades. Homeownership starts the process of improving generational wellbeing. With your support this holiday season, we can help even more dedicated families in our community achieve the dream of homeownership.
“We would never have been considered by a bank for financing at the time, but Habitat PEH did not see us as a risk.
When our family first applied for our Habitat home, we were living in a home that was freezing in the winter and sweltering in the summer. There was mold and mildew, and it was small and cramped.
When we received the news that we had been chosen for a Habitat home, we were so excited! We had just gotten married in April and were in the process of blending our two families. We found
out on Mother’s Day, and it was the best present EVER!
We had been managing our mortgage successfully, even though our income was pretty modest. I decided to go back to school and get my Developmental Social Worker degree. Upon graduation, I obtained a full time job which resulted in bumping up our mortgage payments. This resulted, of course, in our mortgage being paid off early. It still has not sunk in.
We cannot stress enough how this opportunity to be Habitat homeowners has changed our lives
It showed our girls that good things are possible, with sweat and hard work! Our two older girls are both college graduates. Our two younger girls are planning on attending college next fall.
Remember – Strong families create strong communities! Together we can bring more families Home for the Holidays! Wishing you all the best this holiday season.”
Ron & Kimberly Snider and Family
Affordable means something different to everyone, and it is so vitally important right now that Habitat for Humanity PEH is supported. Habitat PEH provides families with affordable housing that is safe and comfortable and provides a good foundation to help families grow and flourish.
At Habitat for Humanity, our mission is to provide a safe and decent home for everyone. We understand that owning a home fosters stability and promotes self-sufficiency. The Snider family has demonstrated that everyone living in stable homes often enjoy better health outcomes and an increased chance of pursuing post-secondary education.
We invite you to join Belleville Nissan and take a meaningful role in our Home for the Holidays campaign by making a donation to Habitat for Humanity PEH. Together, we can continue to build homes and transform lives, this holiday season, and beyond!
By The Numbers:
- 48% of Canadians are concerned about paying their rent or mortgage in the next 12 months
- 58% of Canadians are spending more than 50% of their household income on housing needs
- 4 in 5 Canadians are spending less on food, savings, transportation and debt repayment to pay housing costs