A neighborhood in the making:
These are just a few of the 200-plus new homes completed in a single week during the Jimmy Carter Work Project's 2005 Blitz Build.

 June 19-24, 2005
Jimmy Carter Work
Project Blitz Build
Detroit and Benton Harbor, Michigan

In just one week, the Jimmy Carter Work Project built 225 homes in Detroit and Benton Harbor, Michigan. Joined by more than 50 Habitat for Humanity affiliates from Michigan and parts of Canada, the former president and his wife, Rosalyn, were instrumental in making this year's Blitz Build an unqualified success.

Slide Show  |  Habitat.org

Discover more about Habitat for Humanity... and find out what you can do to make a difference -- simply click on the links below
The Habitat Story
Find Your Local Affiliate
Special Events Directory
Online Giving		 DIY and Habitat Partnership Story
Habitat World Magazine
"Click and Build" Interactive Tool
Habitat News Room

Get trusted home-building expertise from the people who know. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this book will be donated to help build more homes through Habitat for Humanity. Get your copy...

If becoming a Habitat volunteer is in your future, this list of projects can help get you started....

Basic Hand Tools
Handsaws and Drills
Basic Power and Plumbing Tools
Power Tool Techniques and Workstations
Toolboxes for All Occasions
Installing Roof Shingles and Gutters
Installing Storm Windows
Installing a Front Door
Installing a Storm Door
Weather-stripping


Installing Drywall
Patching Drywall
Door, Window and Baseboard Trim
Installing a Pre-Hung Door
Painting a Door

Basic Carpet Installation
Installing Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Vinyl Flooring
Ceramic Tile Floors, Part One
Ceramic Tile Floors, Part Two


Ceiling Fan with Light Fixture
Tools for Electrical Projects
Installing a GFCI Outlet
Track Lighting
Installing a Ceiling Fan

Plumbing Tools
Pipe Basics
Installing a Countertop
Sink Installation
Installing a Toilet

DIY is proud of the rich and rewarding partnership we've shared with Habitat for Humanity. Here's a basic map of our journey:

April 2004, Florida: The DIY and Habitat for Humanity Workshops -- See the snapshots!

The DIY and Habitat for Humanity Kick-Off Event (May 2003) View the event slide show!

A special partnership with Adero Burbridge, a proud Habitat homeowner; experience Adero's journey to Habitat homeownership in her 2003 Habitat Diary

DIY's five-part on-air workshop, Lending a Hand: Habitat for Humanity, an in-depth look at building a Habitat for Humanity house

DIY Kits feature short, simple instructions, plus specific product lists of everything you'll need to get the job done right.

How To Use a Primer
Eliminating Household Stains and Odors
Window Installation Tips
Habitat for Humanity