antonia’s story
The thought of being a homeowner before the age of 40 seemed like a distant dream for new Habitat homeowner, Antonia. Antonia and her daughter began their housing journey as beneficiaries in the HUD tenant-based assistance program facing frequent challenges of unforeseen evictions and fluctuating rent prices until Antonia was introduced to the idea of applying for the homeownership program.
Her dream would soon become a reality when her normal shift in the ICU was happily interrupted with the news that she was going to to be a Habitat homeowner and would later move into one of the Amala Way houses on Bennett Street.
Despite challenges from the pandemic delaying the pace of construction, Antonia never lost hope. She would frequently drive by and visit the property while eagerly awaiting the exciting day she could show her 16-year-old daughter their new forever home. On September 30, 2021, Antonia and three other homeowners celebrated their dreams becoming a reality and received the keys to their brand new homes
“When I left the groundbreaking, I cried all day. I was full of joy seeing all the people come in and support Habitat. It really makes you excited for your next journey.“
Repair
You might qualify for our Critical Home Repair program. Through our Home Repairs program, we offer services to fit your needs, such as: Such as “Aging in Place” home modifications, extensive and critical home repairs, routine maintenance, energy efficiency upgrades, and more!
Ownership
We believe that everyone deserves a decent place to live, and that homeownership makes a difference—in communities, and families alike. Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County provides a hand-up not a hand-out to qualifying families who may not be able to qualify for traditional mortgage options with our Home Ownership program.
Revitalization
Eastside Thrive is a plan to make Wilmington’s Eastside better over the next 10 years. Created with input from local residents and community supporters, this plan outlines the steps needed to bring the community’s vision to life and achieve its goals, while building on the foundation laid by the 2008 Eastside Blueprint Community Strategic Plan.
Rent to Own
Do you want to own a Home? Are you not sure that you qualify? To find out more about our “Almost Home” Rent to Own program attend an Information Session. If you apply and do not qualify for the Homeownership program, don’t lose faith, you could qualify for the Almost Home: One Step Away from Homeownership program.
Questions about our programs?
frequently asked questions & contacts
PLEASE NOTE: Our application process is currently paused from November til February due to upcoming maintenance and training.
Contact our Family Services Department at familyservices@habitatncc.org
Contact our Neighborhood Revitalization Coordinator, Rosalind Ellis, for more information:
Contact our Critical Repairs Program staff at repairs@habitatncc.org.