Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County

This legislation is a powerful tool to reduce long-term housing costs and increase the supply of affordable homes.

📢 We urge municipalities across Westchester County to adopt this incentive and help make homeownership more attainable for families across the region.

Governor Hochul Signs Legislative Package to Bolster Homeownership and Strengthen Protections for Renters Governor Hochul signed a legislative package to bolster homeownership and strengthen protections for renters.

@governor.ny.gov has signed the Tax Fairness legislation (A355-C/S1718-B), allowing local governments to opt in to a property tax incentive that makes homes built by Habitat and other nonprofits more affordable for low- and moderate-income families.

www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...

The Habitat NYC Community Fund participated in Asset Funders Network’s latest Short Take, Affordable Homeownership Through CDFIs. The piece explores how CDFIs and funders can work together to expand access to affordable, sustainable homeownership.

Read more: link.edgepilot.com/s/e53624f7/T...

💙Meet our Habitat House Party honorees: Pastor Josias & Helen Rodriguez! Leaders of All Souls Evangelical Church in the Bronx, they’ve been vital partners in our Vyse Ave project— offering guidance & embracing our mission.

Learn more: habitatnycwc.org/gala2025/#pastor-josias-and-helen-rodriguez-2

The 2025 Habitat House Party: Framing the Future of Housing Monday, November 10, 2025, Formal Attire

Learn more about Erica's work:
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✨ Meet Habitat House Party honoree Erica F. Buckley! A leading advocate for housing equity, she championed the Affordable Housing Retention Act, helping turn rentals into ownership for New Yorkers. As Partner at @nixonpeabody.bsky.social, she continues shaping housing policy.

🎉Meet Habitat House Party Honoree: Maria Torres-Springer!

From leading historic housing efforts as NYC’s First Deputy Mayor to shaping equity at the Ford Foundation, she will continue to advance housing justice as President of the Charles H. Revson Foundation.

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The 2025 Habitat House Party: Framing the Future of Housing Monday, November 10, 2025, Formal Attire

JPMorgan Chase has been teaming up with Habitat since 1990, supporting our work through grants, financing, and volunteer power that helps scale impact nationwide.

Join us Nov. 10: habitatnycwc.org/gala2025/

Meet Jeanique Druses - one of our Habitat House Party honorees!

As Northeast Region Executive for Global Philanthropy at @jpmorganchasebank.bsky.social, Jeanique leads major investments in affordable housing across NYC.

Learn more: habitatnycwc.org/gala2025/#jeanique-druses-2

The 2025 Habitat House Party: Framing the Future of Housing Monday, November 10, 2025, Formal Attire

From building and preserving homes to shaping policy and powering partnerships, our Habitat House Party Honorees are making big moves in housing justice.

Celebrate with us Nov. 10: habitatnycwc.org/gala2025/

Our honorees: Jeanique Druses – Northeast Regional Executive, JPMorganChase Maria Torres-Springer – President, Charles H. Revlon Foundation Erica F. Buckley – Partner, Nixon Peabody LLP Pastor Josias & Helen Rodriguez – All Souls Evangelical Church

🎉 Meet our 2025 Habitat House Party Honorees—housing heroes reshaping homeownership with creativity, boldness & community roots!

✨Jeanique Druses: JPMorgan Chase
✨ Maria Torres-Springer: Charles H. Revson Foundation
✨ Erica F. Buckley @nixonpeabody.bsky.social
✨ Pastor Josias & Helen Rodriguez

thank you to our roof raisers: marc heinrich & proskauer

thank you to our groundbreakers: greystar & nixon peabody

thank you to our foundation builders: camber, city national bank, dattner architects, goldstein hall, nyc/edc, rebny, tradeweb

🎉 The 2025 Habitat House Party is almost here—and we couldn’t do it without our incredible sponsors! 💙

Together, we’re framing the future of housing—with bold ideas, lasting impact, and a whole lot of heart.

Tickets & sponsorships are available: habitatnycwc.org/gala2025/

Con Edison has long been a trusted partner in our mission to build a more equitable and sustainable New York. Their deep commitment to energy efficiency and environmental stewardship has helped ensure that working families not only have access to affordable housing—but to homes that are healthy, resilient, and future-ready...Together, we are not just building homes—we are building greener, more resilient communities for generations to come. Sabrina Lippman CEO, Habitat NYC and Westchester

We are deeply grateful to the Consolidated Edison Foundation for a $750,000 grant over three years—a powerful investment in our mission to expand access to affordable, energy-efficient housing across New York City and Westchester.

Thank you to our 2025 Habitat House Party Presenting Sponsor, JPMorgan Chase. For 30+ years, they’ve powered innovative housing solutions, helping Habitat scale impact nationwide. We're excited to celebrate together Nov 10—building equity, opportunity & sustainable neighborhoods.

Thank you to @council.nyc.gov for championing this project and to our local partners who supported the celebration.

#JimmyCarterWay #HonoringCarter

We marked the occasion with Habitat CEO Jonathan Reckford, @cmcarlinarivera.bsky.social, @jumaane.bsky.social, Harvey Epstein, Keisha Sutton-James, Brian Kavanagh, Rev. Dr. Edwards, Elder Cummings, Habitat homeowners, and community members.

On World Habitat Day, East 6th St (between Aves C & D) was co-named Jimmy Carter Way—steps from Mascot Flats, where the Carters joined their 1st Habitat build in 1984. That sparked the Carter Work Project: 108,000 volunteers, 4,400+ homes, 14 countries. A global movement rooted in action & service.

New Yorkers can now build ADUs — a huge win for homeowners and renters. With 25K units projected, this opens the door to more affordable housing. The ADU For You program helps homeowners get started and bring new options to every neighborhood.

Learn more: www.nyc.gov/site/buildin...

In honor of his legacy of service, we will gather in the very neighborhood where it all began with a special street co-naming ceremony - Jimmy Carter Way.

📍 East 6th Street & Avenue D, Manhattan
📅 Monday, October 6 (2pm)

🕊️ Today we remember President Jimmy Carter on his birthday — a champion of service and justice. His work with Habitat For Humanity began in the Lower-East Side in 1984, sparking a global movement for affordable housing rooted in dignity and compassion.

LOCAL Closer Look: Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County | Positive Encouraging K-LOVE

Our CEO Sabrina Lippman joined Peter Kaye on K-LOVE’s Closer Look to share how Habitat NYC and Westchester is tackling the housing crisis—creating real paths to affordable homeownership for working families as NYC faces its lowest vacancy rate in decades.

Interview ⬇️
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LOCAL Closer Look: Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County | Positive Encouraging K-LOVE

"It all stems from home. When you have a stable, decent, affordable place to live, you can dream bigger. You can follow your ambitions. And that's really the story of Habitat.” - @habitatnycwc.bsky.social CEO Sabrina Lippman

Listen to the full Closer Look interview ⬇️

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✨ Big news! Bronx-born comedian Gina Brillon is hosting our 2025 Habitat House Party! 🎉 You’ve seen her on AGT, Jimmy Kimmel & her award-winning Amazon special. Now she’s bringing her NYC wit to help us frame the future of housing. 🎟 habitatnycwc.org/gala2025/

🎧@djtara.bsky.social is on deck to kick off the 2025 Habitat House Party!

Brooklyn-born DJ, urban planner & nightlife advocate, she’s spinning soulful sounds to set the vibe for a night all about #FramingTheFutureOfHousing.

🎟 habitatnycwc.org/gala2025
🗓 Nov 10 | 📍Metropolitan Club (1 E 60th St)

Today we honor the victims of 9/11 and remember the bravery and sacrifice of the rescue, recovery workers, and first responders. #NeverForget

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ADU RFS Information Session with NYC DOB. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ADU RFS Information Session with NYC DOB. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

ADUs are coming to NYC, and we're looking for design submissions from architects, designers, & builders.

Learn more about the submission process for NYC’s Pre-Approved Plan Library and get your questions answered at a virtual info session TOMORROW, 9/9, 11am.

RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Habitat NYC and Westchester Breaks Ground on First Standalone ADU in Croton-on-Hudson Through Plus One ADU Program Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County, in collaboration with the Village of Croton-on-Hudson, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of its first standalone...

“We're facing a generational housing crisis & the only solution is to broaden the housing options available in our community. Accessory dwelling units provide a powerful tool." - Croton Mayor Brian Pugh

We broke ground on our first standalone ADU in Croton. 👇
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Three Wells Fargo volunteers weeding the backyard of the Net Zero home

Wells Fargo volunteer using an electric circular saw to cut wood

aerial shot of a modular Net Zero home with a wooden ramp leading to the front entrance

Wells Fargo volunteers cheering in front of a Net Zero home

From paving the way for early Net Zero construction work two years ago to putting on the finishing touches—Wells Fargo has been a day one. 💙❤️

We’re grateful for Wells Fargo's longtime partnership and commitment to bringing sustainable, affordable homes to New York families.

#WellsFargoBuilds

ADUs = more homes, more jobs, more equity. 🏡
City of Yes could bring up to 40,000 new ADUs to NYC—unlocking housing options and creating billions in economic impact. This is how we build a more affordable, inclusive city.

🚨 Last call! Applications for 1-, 2-, & 3-bedroom units at Stevenson Commons close TODAY (8/25)! 🏙️ Located in Soundview, Bronx—amenities include dishwashers, in-unit laundry & bike storage.

Apply now: housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/de...

#AffordableHomes #NYCApartments #AffordableHousing