Habitat NRV Blog

The story of a 19th-century Pictorial Family Bible, a local church, and an unexpected return Cover Every once in a while, an item donated to the ReStore turns out to have a story that reaches much further than our own doors. That happened when an old Pictorial Family Bible was donated to the ReStore. At first, we didn't know much about the Bible or where it had come from. Its elaborate illustrations and large format immediately set it apart from an ordinary Bible, but the sto

A safe home can make a huge difference in a family’s life. Through Habitat for Humanity of the New River Valley’s Home Repair Program and our partnership with the Town of Christiansburg, we’ve been able to help local homeowners make important repairs that allow them to stay safely, independently, and affordably in the homes they already own. Since receiving funding from the Town of Christiansburg, Habitat has assisted 7 Christiansburg homeowners and completed 7 repair project

When people hear the term "affordable housing”, they often picture something very different from reality. Misconceptions about affordable housing can make it harder for communities to address one of the most important challenges facing families today: access to a safe, stable place to call home. At Habitat for Humanity of the New River Valley, we see firsthand how affordable homeownership transforms lives, strengthens neighborhoods, and creates opportunities for future genera