PRESS RELEASE Albany, NY (April 29, 2025) – Habitat for Humanity of New York State (HFH-NYS) proudly celebrates the passage of landmark legislation (S1718B/A355C) aimed at significantly expanding affordable homeownership opportunities across New York State. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey and Assemblymember Didi Barrett, is focused on fair tax assessments for low-income families
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Access to safe, stable, and affordable housing is a fundamental need – yet for too many New Yorkers, homeownership remains out of reach. With 1 in 5 households spending half or more of their income on housing and wages falling far short of what’s needed to afford a modest home, the housing crisis is deepening.
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At Habitat for Humanity of New York State, we believe in the power of partnership to create lasting change in our communities. Today, we were reminded of that power thanks to the incredible generosity of Global Partners LP and their customers. Through the “Get a Coke, Share a Coke” holiday program in partnership with Coca-Cola,
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On January 9, Governor Hochul announced several proposals to make homeownership more affordable and accessible. Read the release here: www.governor.ny.gov/news/affording-american-dream-governor-hochul-proposes-new-initiatives-make-homeownership-more Habitat for Humanity of New York State Applauds Governor Kathy Hochul for Championing Affordable and Accessible Housing for Hardworking New Yorkers Habitat for Humanity of New York State (HFH-NYS) celebrates Governor Kathy Hochul’s leadership and
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