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When the Black Saturday fires tore through Victoria in 2009, they destroyed more than homes. For many they damaged their sense of stability, safety, and for many, hope. For one Habitat for Humanity partner family in the Yea region, the road back began by volunteering and a willingness to show up for others. "I have been aware of Habitat for about 13 years," Ashley recalls. "I was watching the Victorian 7:30 Report not long after the Black Saturday fires, and I saw the [then] CEO Phil Curtis...

Sometimes the most meaningful commitments begin in everyday moments. For Richard, a dedicated Habitat for Humanity Victoria volunteer, it started with a chat on a cycling club ride. In April 2024, he happened to be riding alongside our Brush with Kindness program coordinator Brad. As they rode, the conversation turned to work and Brad began to share what the volunteer program did – hands on, practical support helping families who’ve faced adversity through home repairs, gardening and...

We loved seeing the Habitat community connect, as partner families, volunteers, supporters and board members united around our mission of building homes, communities and hope. Together we heard stories of impact from partner families and residents of our Highlands bushfire recovery. Find out more to support our impact and fundraising efforts.