Christmas is the time of year that tends not only to cause much joy, but it can also cause sadness for those who live in a disadvantaged situation, as it is also the time of year for reflection and self assessment

At Christmas, it’s in the home that the family can truly bask in the warmth of the holiday season. However, for some it is a struggle to find a home of their own. ‘Habitat for Humanity’ builds affordable homes for low-income families. By providing a place from which a family can truly call home, this charity helps to set a foundation for a better life. I can’t think of a more meaningful way to help support a family than to provide them with a home to call their own when they are currently without one.

The majority of the building materials are donated, and the labor is volunteer work. The money is used to help organize the projects, with the end result being a house built by the community for a very low and economical cost. Knowing a family will have the ability to truly enjoy Christmas in the future from my donation makes this a worthwhile cause for me.
— Keith Ward-McNally