Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity Receives $50,000 Grant From Lowe’s

Toms River, NJ (November 12, 2024) – Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity has received a $50,000 grant from Lowe’s to help repair 5 homes in northern Ocean County.

The funding will support Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity’s efforts to make homes safer and healthier and create stronger communities. With the support of the grant, the construction team performed repairs and ADA modifications such as tub-to-shower conversions, window replacements, and a TPO roof installation.

One of the projects supported by this grant impacted a deserving woman in Jackson who reached out to Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity with health and safety issues in her home. The construction team installed a durable TPO (thermoplastic olefin) roof to ensure long-term protection, while also replacing 14 outdated windows to improve energy efficiency and natural light. The team also replaced the back door to enhance security and functionality and rebuilt the front porch to provide a safe entryway.

“The roof and my windows were leaking. It was a mess. All of these repairs have improved my life tremendously. I feel like I hit the lottery! All the staff and volunteers were absolutely amazing. Thank you for everything,” Tracy, Jackson homeowner.

“We are incredibly thankful to Lowe's for their partnership and investment in the future of Ocean County families and individuals. This grant allows us to address critical repairs that make homes safer and more sustainable. Together, we are making a lasting impact on the communities we serve," Kristine Novakowski, Executive Director of Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity.

The funding from Lowe’s is part of a two-year, $6 million donation to Habitat for Humanity International to support home repair and preservation efforts in owner-occupied homes. This year, funding will enable 110 local Habitat affiliates to complete 295 projects and impact nearly 700 families across the U.S. Since 2003, Lowe’s and Habitat have worked together to help more than 18,000 people build or improve a place to call home.

About Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity

Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity, a New Jersey-based affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, was founded in 1999. Through volunteerism, skilled labor, and donations of money and materials, the organization rehabilitates and builds safe houses alongside its homeowner/ partner families. Northern Ocean Habitat also operates the ReStore, a retail shop that generates funds through sales of donated goods and keeps materials out of landfills. The ReStore proceeds are to support new home builds and its Neighborhood Revitalization programs. The Neighborhood Revitalization initiative includes the Home Preservation, Housing Plus Aging in Place, A Brush with Kindness, and Veteran Repair programs. These programs provide home renovations addressing health and/or safety issues, all with the goal of keeping residents in the comfort of their own homes. To learn more, visit https://northernoceanhabitat.org/