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MONCURE — Chatham Habitat for Humanity celebrated the dedication of a new house in Moncure last week, the new home of Barbara Thompson. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in her journey to homeownership.
The home was built through a partnership between Chatham Habitat for Humanity and Central Carolina Community College (CCCC), with students from the college's Building Construction Technology Program constructing the house on a lot provided by Chatham County.
The dedication was attended by family, community leaders, volunteers, and well-wishers, and was led by Andy McMahan, an instructor at CCCC and a Board Member at Chatham Habitat for Humanity. Mark Hall, Provost of CCCC's Pittsboro Campus, presented Barbara with a Bible, symbolizing faith and hope, while Assistant County Manager Bryan Thompson handed her the keys to the new home.
Barbara’s cousin, Pastor Anissa Little from Mitchell Chapel AME Zion Church, offered a prayer and a song, blessing Barbara as she begins this new chapter in her life.
Barbara, who has worked as a Certified Nurse Assistant, in housekeeping at UNC Hospitals and as a school bus driver, has long dreamed of owning her own home. She applied for a Habitat home in 2021 and has worked tirelessly to reach this point, the organization said in a press release. She expressed her desire to "give someone else a hand up" one day.
Upon completion, Barbara will purchase her home with a 30-year, 0% interest loan, with the proceeds being recycled back into Chatham Habitat to build more affordable homes.
The dedication ceremony showcased the spirit of collaboration, service, and community empowerment that is central to Chatham Habitat for Humanity's mission. For more information on the organization and its work, visit chathamhabitat.org.