Macon Area Habitat for Humanity will host World Habitat Week 2020 through a series of events and announcements. Through a virtual home tour, a ReStore sale, and the Home Court Pickleball Tournament, the Macon community is invited to celebrate the work of Macon Area Habitat for Humanity. Over the last 34 years, MAHFH has partnered with families to create access safe, decent, and affordable housing here in Macon-Bibb County. The affiliate will also celebrate Habitat for Humanity's international work by providing information on the #CostofHome that all Americans should keep in mind during this critical election season.

“We invite Macon-Bibb County to join in celebrations around the world and reflect on the positive impact of homeownership on families, neighborhoods and the entire community,” said Ivey Hall, Executive Director of Macon Area Habitat for Humanity. “While so many continue to shelter in place, and children are learning from home due to the pandemic, we have all been reminded of the importance of a safe and stable place to call home. Now more than ever, we need to support opportunities for those in our community and around the world, to have an affordable place to live.”

Media are encouraged to share our virtual events and join us for interviews during the Home Court tournament on October 9-11 at the Tattnall Square Tennis and Pickleball Center.

Monday, October 5 - World Habitat Day
The United Nations established World Habitat Day in 1985 to spotlight the need for adequate shelter worldwide.  Every year Habitat for Humanity joins our partners around the world to rededicate ourselves to recognizing the fundamental right of everyone to adequate shelter. Habitat for Humanity asks everyone to join together as one global network in communicating that every one of us deserves the opportunity for a better future. A decent place to live can remove barriers to opportunity, health, and success that might have been part of a family’s life for years, and in many cases for generations.

Tuesday, October 6 - ReStore Sale

The Macon Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore will host a tool sale during Habitat Week, starting Tuesday and running through Saturday. The store is open Tuesday-Friday from 10-4, Saturday 9-3, and is located at 690 Holt Avenue. Proceeds from sales in the ReStore support MAHFH’s mission. 

Wednesday, October 7 - Virtual Home Tour

Macon Area Habitat for Humanity Facebook followers can view a virtual home tour of the latest construction at facebook.com/mahfh. This home is our 2020 Faith Build and is being constructed through the local faith communities' generosity.

Thursday, October 8 – Launch of Light More Homes at Home

For over a decade, Macon Area Habitat for Humanity has partnered with Chick-fil-A on Tom Hill Sr. Blvd, Mercer University, the Bibb County School System, and many generous donors and volunteers to celebrate the Christmas season with Light More Homes. To support the health and safety of the over 75 volunteers who help install the annual light show in one day, we are moving this holiday family favorite to neighborhoods and homes across the community. Join us for the launch of Light More Homes at Home on facebook.com/mahfh. 

Friday, October 9-Sunday, October 11 - Home Court Tournament

The Home Court Pickleball Tournament will kick off at the Tattnall Square Tennis and Pickleball Center. The affiliate is excited to welcome 150 pickleball players from across the Southeast. In just one year, the event has grown from a one-day gathering that hosted 40 players to now being a three-day regional competition with multiple brackets and levels of play. This event was made possible through sponsorships from Visit Macon and Chambless, Higdon, Richardson, Katz & Griggs, LLP. Masks and social distancing are encouraged for all who plan to attend the tournament.