ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. \u2013 A nonprofit is launching an initiative to help address Central Florida\u2019s housing crisis.<\/p>\n
On Wednesday, Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County announced the Faith Build initiative.<\/p>\n
The goal of Faith Build is to engage religious organizations of all faiths to make a meaningful impact through stable and affordable housing. <\/p>\n
\u201cFaith Build is a powerful way for us to come together in service and community, President and CEO Catherine McManus said. \u201cIt reflects the heart of who we are and invites people of all beliefs to be part of creating lasting change in our housing system.\u201d<\/p>\n
The initiative was launched alongside First Presbyterian Church of Orlando.<\/p>\n
Over 20 members of the church congregation joined Habitat Orlando & Osceola on a build to install siding on a home in the Holden Heights neighborhood.<\/p>\n
\u201cMeaningful progress and lasting trust are built only through sustained, consistent service within a single community,\u201d said Dr. David Swanson, senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Orlando. \u201cThis build is one more powerful sign of that commitment.\u201d<\/p>\n