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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to the Orlando Business Journal for covering our Legacy Point project!

We’re excited to see this important collaboration getting attention and grateful for the chance to share what it means for families in Central Florida.

>>>habitatseminoleapopka.org/news
#LegacyPoint

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 2d

🎉 Tonight’s the Women Build 2026 Virtual Kickoff!

Hear what’s new, get fundraising tips, and be inspired by Habitat Future Homebuyers Chanta & Nia as they share their journey to homeownership.

👉 RSVP: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nxjcu...

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 3d

We're building a legacy in Historic Sanford!

Legacy Point will bring 19 families home—thanks to a $1M gift from Wharton-Smith. This is private-sector leadership in action for attainable housing in Central Florida.

🔗 habitatseminoleapopka.org/legacy-point

#LegacyPoint #HabitatForHumanity

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 5d

Watch out for Lifestyle Creep!

When spending rises with income instead of savings, debt can follow.

✅ Fix it: Review your bank statements & balance your budget monthly.

Need help? Book a session with our HUD-certified housing counselor:
👉 https://habitatseminoleapopka.org/hud-counseling-services/

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 8d

Poll workers are essential to building strong communities.

They welcome voters, help things run smoothly, and ensure everyone has the support they need to cast their ballot.

Learn how you can help your community become a poll worker: www.helpamericavote.gov

#LetsTalkVoting #Vote

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 9d

Nancy and Robert’s Buick Park Avenue has been in their family since 2002. Now, they’ve donated it to Habitat, hoping it helps someone in need.💙

Thank you for driving change in our community!

🚗 Want to donate your car?
habitatseminoleapopka.org/cars-for-homes
#CarsForHomes #HabitatForHumanity

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 17d

Celebrating World Habitat Day!

Central Florida execs came together to build a home with Habitat Seminole-Apopka. See the impact:

Highlight Reel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-Qm...

Full Exec Build 25 Event Coverage: habitatseminoleapopka.org/exec-build/

#HabitatForHumanity #CentralFlorida

Executive Build 2025 Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka

YouTube video by Habitat for Humanity of Seminole County and Apopka

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 18d

💰 Our Financial Academy starts tonight at 7 PM!

There’s still time to register for this free online course sponsored by FAIRWINDS Credit Union.
Take control of your finances—starting tonight!

👉 Sign up now: habitatseminoleapopka.org/financial-ac...

#FinancialLiteracy

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 22d

Volunteers from Wells Fargo joined us this past week to kick off siding installation!

Their support goes beyond the build sites, with generous funding through #WellsFargoBuilds. Thank you for helping families achieve affordable housing in Central FL!

#WFVolunteers #Homeownership #WellsFargoCares

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 24d

Financial Academy returns Oct 7!

Learn practical budgeting and financial planning skills with Fairwinds Credit Union—at no cost to you. Build a stronger financial future.

Sign up today: https://habitatseminoleapopka.org/financial-academy/

#FinancialLiteracy #OnlineWorkshop #HabitatForHumanity

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 25d

When leaders give back, communities thrive. 💪

Proud to have Kevin Poole, COO of AdventHealth Apopka, join Executive Build 2025!

“Together we can make the biggest difference in our communities.” 🏡
#ExecutiveBuild #HabitatForHumanity #AffordableHousing #CommunityBuilders

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · 29d

Habitat CEO Penny Seater joined Dr. Ethan Johnson on the Healthy Seminole Show to discuss how stable housing and financial wellness support whole-person health and empower families toward homeownership.

Watch the full interview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeHQ...

Habitat CEO Penny Seater Interview with Dr Ethan Johnson on the Healthy Seminole Show

YouTube video by Habitat for Humanity of Seminole County and Apopka

www.youtube.com

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 19

Welcome back to John Gerhold, CEO for HCA Hospital Lake Monroe, to Executive Build!

John’s commitment to caring for others, leading in the community, and championing wellness makes him an ideal partner in building brighter futures.

Learn more at habitatseminoleapopka.org/exe...

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 18

🎉 Congrats to the 57 participants who completed our Aug/Sept Financial Academy!

Special thanks to sponsor TD Bank and Rob West for leading this session and empowering families.

📅 Next session starts Oct 7—sign up: habitatseminoleapopka.org/financial-ac...

#FinancialLiteracy #FreeWorkshop

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 16

Seminole County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jay Zembower is leading this year’s Executive Build, rallying Central Florida leaders to join in creating lasting change.

Follow his lead and be part of the impact 🏡
habitatseminoleapopka.org/exec-build/

#ExecutiveBuild #LeadershipInAction

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 16

Today’s the Day: Make Your Voice Count.

It’s #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, and there’s no better time to double-check your voter registration or help someone you know get ready to vote.

It only takes a minute to make sure you're #VoteReady at nationalvoterregistrationday.org/register-to-...

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 12

🎯 NOW LIVE: The Economics of Affordable Housing.

Metro Orlando ranks #6 nationally for shortages. Our CEO Penny Seater joins local leaders in the Orlando Business Journal on why housing = economic development.

Read the roundtable: habitatseminoleapopka.org/why-affordab...

#AffordableHousing

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 9

From blueprints to build sites—Carl Brown, Co-Founder of Total Solutions Group, is joining Habitat’s #ExecutiveBuild!

🛠️ See how TSG is turning #FromBoardroomToBuildSite values into action.

Reserve your spot: habitatseminoleapopka.org/exec-build/

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 5

Executives are trading the boardroom for the build site! 🛠️

Meet George Gilhooley, SVP at HNTB, joining Habitat’s Executive Build to show that leadership is about service as much as strategy.

Join us: habitatseminoleapopka.org/exec-build/

#ExecutiveBuild #LeadershipInAction

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Sep 3

September is National Disaster Preparedness Month.
Is your family ready?

✅ Where to find alerts & warnings
✅ Shelter and communication plan
✅ Evacuation route

Build your family disaster plan today: floridadisaster.org/family-plan

#BePrepared #FamilySafety #DisasterReady

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Aug 29

🏡 100% of our homebuyers were first-time homeowners.
That means every family opened the door to their first home—and their future.

📊 Explore more milestone accomplishments in our 2025 Impact Report: habitatseminoleapopka.org/our-impact-2...

#HabitatForHumanity #FirstTimeHomeowner #ImpactReport

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Aug 25

Coming soon on the Healthy Seminole Show: Penny Seater, CEO of Habitat Seminole-Apopka, joins SGTV to talk about housing challenges, opportunities, and why housing stability is key to community health.

Stay tuned!
#SeminoleCounty #CommunityPartnership #AffordableHousing

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Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Aug 22

We’re proud to be a Community Partner for #NationalVoterRegistrationDay on Sept. 16! 🗳️

Your voice matters for local issues like housing, schools, healthcare & much more.

Get started today at NationalVoterRegistrationDay.org
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#NationalVoterRegistrationDay #VoteReady #HabitatForHumanity

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Aug 21

Skilled volunteers like Michael play a vital role in our mission.

“Volunteering with Habitat was the perfect fit for me.” – Michael Cruse, volunteer and construction expert

Thanks to volunteers like him, we achieved so much this past year.

📖 Read more: habitatseminoleapopka.org/our-impact-2...

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka @seminolehabitat.bsky.social · Aug 19

585 volunteers. 5,616 hours. $188,088 in labor costs saved.

The facts are in—our community showed up in a big way in 2025! We’re so grateful to every volunteer who gave their time, talent, and heart.

See the impact of volunteerism in our full report: habitatseminoleapopka.org/our-impact-2...