About Us

our mission

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter Florida brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

our vision

A world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Our History

Habitat for Humanity of Lake County was founded in October of 1989 by members of New Life Presbyterian Church. Our first home was completed just five months later, in March 1990.

In 2007, Habitat for Humanity of Lake County merged with Habitat for Humanity of Sumter County, strengthening our capacity to deliver affordable housing solutions across both counties and streamline administrative operations.

In pursuit of our mission to bring people together to build homes, communities and hope, Habitat Lake-Sumter leads through innovative development strategies and effective advocacy – to inspire a more stable and sustainable future for every individual and family in our community.

While we share the same mission, vision, and values of Habitat for Humanity, nationwide and around the globe, Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN number 59-2958036), operating throughout Lake and Sumter Counties. As a local non-profit and housing experts, it is our goal to provide access and opportunity to affordable housing solutions and build a better Lake and Sumter.

Habitat for Humanity International was founded with Christian roots in 1976, however,Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter does not proselytize. This means that Habitat will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must either adhere to or convert to a particular faith, or listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.

Board of Directors

Ze Carter

Chair

Bart Lucas

Vice Chair

Jordan Hawkins

Treasurer

Ron Milejczak

Secretary

Mike Cashwell

Larry Sease

Michael Pape

Robbie Shoemaker

Dionna Alston

Verna Fitzsimmons

Pernell Mitchell

Pernell Mitchell

Samantha Shylkofski

Chloe Gentry

Audra Platt

Shannon Shiver

Kendall Davenport

PJ Freites

Our Staff

Danielle Stroud

President & CEO

352-483-0434

Barry Martin

Construction Training Director

352-272-4201
BMartin@habitatLS.org

Laurie Newkirk

Operations Director

352-483-0434 x134
Laurie@habitatLS.org

Veronica Troxell

Programs Director

352-483-0434 x124
Veronica@habitatLS.org

Erika Acosta

Dispatch Services Manager

352-483-0434 x 142
EAcosta@habitatLS.org

Darlene Beasley

Leesburg ReStore Manager

352-901-7187
LeesburgStore@habitatLS.org

Carlos Beron

Volunteer Services Manager

352-483-0434 x119
Carlos@habitatLS.org

Katy Black

Office Manager

352-483-0434 x130
Katy@habitatLS.org

Jennifer Perez

Eustis ReStore Manager

352-901-0888
EustisStore@habitatLS.org

Hannah Zeller

Development Manager

352-630-8585
Hannah@habitatLS.org

our commitment

Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter brings together volunteers, donors, civic groups, businesses, and faith organizations, to create and retain affordable homeownership opportunities for low- to moderate-income families and individuals throughout Lake and Sumter Counties. 

Learn more about our commitment to transform lives through affordable housing, now and in the future.  

careers

There are no employment opportunities available at this time. Please check back soon for future openings!

Looking to gain experience or boost your résumé? Volunteer with us! We always need helping hands in the office, at the ReStore, or on our construction sites. Contact Carlos at 352-483-0434 ext. 119 or Carlos@habitatLS.org to get started.

Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

our sponsors

Thank you to our incredible sponsors who are helping to build a better future for local families in need.

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