UC Habitat For Humanity Merges With DeKalb Habitat
The DeKalb County Habitat for Humanity has officially merged with the Upper Cumberland Habitat in Cookeville after several years of discussion. Executive Director Jeremy Byrd said the conversations between the two affiliates began while trying to determine more effective methods to address the housing crisis. Byrd said those conversations led both sides to agree that […]
2025 Marks 30 Years For UC Habitat, Efforts In Four Counties
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is celebrating 30 years of building houses for local families in need. UC Habitat Executive Director Jeremy Byrd said many Habitat for Humanity affiliates that are volunteer-led struggle to remain active in their communities. Byrd said reaching 30 years as an affiliate is quite the accomplishment. “Just seeing how god […]
UC Habitat For Humanity’s Cooking On The Square Returns Friday
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is hosting its 27th annual Cooking on the Square event Friday to continue its building efforts for families in need. Habitat for Humanity hopes to raise $125,000 through Friday’s event. Director of Development Ashley Smith said residents can help deserving homeowners begin the process to home ownership. “We are super […]
UC Habitat For Humanity Hands Out Yearly, Lifetime Awards
Upper Cumberland Habitat For Humanity honored its 2020 President’s Volunteer Service Award winners Monday. Gold level award winner Allen Vosejpka volunteered for over 1,000 hours in 2020 alone, it was his first year in the program. Vosepjpka said the homeowners make it all worth it. “They really care about the house and they put in […]
Putnam Homeowner Shredding Mortgage Note After Paying Off Habitat Home
Putnam County resident Rhonda Wester will shred her mortgage note Friday after paying off her UC Habitat for Humanity home. Executive Director Pam Ealey said this is an exciting time for everyone, as Wester pays off her home in 20 years. Ealey said the time between construction and repayment is her favorite part of making […]
