Mableton, GA (November 11, 2016) – Representatives from Cobb EMC Community Foundation, Citi Retail Services, Lockheed and The Home Depot Foundation gathered on Nov. 11, Veterans Day, to dedicate a NW Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity Home in Mableton, GA.
Pictured: Veteran Homeowner with Senator Michael Rhett
The corporate sponsors dedicated their build to US Army veteran Matthew H. Matthew served in the Persian Gulf War and was honorably discharged after suffering an injury in 1993. No longer able to work, Matthew reached out to the VA for housing assistance through a supportive housing program for veterans. Through this program, he was introduced to Habitat for Humanity and given the opportunity to own a home.
“Thanks to the generous support of Cobb EMC members, we’re proud to partner with NW Metro Atlanta Habitat to help provide this deserving veteran and family an affordable home and to make their dream come true,” said John Umphlett, chairman of the Cobb EMC Community Foundation.
“We are humbled and grateful for Matthew’s service and sacrifice and are honored to dedicate this brand new home to him and his family,” says David McGinnis, CEO of NW Metro Atlanta Habitat. “We are also very fortunate to have these great sponsors and their volunteers who uphold our mission to provide affordable housing for deserving families, which includes our veterans.”
“This is the best day of my life”, Matthew stated. “The opportunity to become a homeowner is a blessing to me and my family. It’s what we’ve been praying for,” Matthew said. “I will definitely give back to the organization that has done so much for me.”
About NW Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity:
NW Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, an affiliate of the international organization, works with the community to provide safe, decent, affordable homes to deserving, well-qualified families in Cobb, Douglas and Paulding counties. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the affiliate has built over 460 homes since 1986. For more information, visit www.nwmetroatlantahabitat.org.