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Thursday, January 23, 2003
The House That Jimmy Built
Among the many post-presidency achievements of Jimmy Carter, Habitat for Humanity stands out as one of his most effective domestic projects. DC Habitat strives to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness in the nation's capital by building affordable energy- and resource-efficient homes. They sell houses to families who are ineligible for conventional financing and offer no-profit, no-interest, 20- to 30-year mortgages for their buyers. Prospective homeowners make a $500 down payment and contribute 300 hours of sweat equity, which must be completed in one year toward construction of their own and other residences.
DC Habitats needs volunteers for construction, planning groups and office support. Visit DC Habitat's website to learn more about the organization’s work in Washington and explore volunteer opportunities.
DC Metro Action is published by Michael Schlesinger, a 32-year veteran of electoral and issue organizing who is committed to social justice and to increasing participation in the political process.
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