Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity dedicates first duplex for two homeowners

Joplin, MO –Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity has constructed its first multi-family housing project – a duplex – and will be welcoming two Habitat homeowners in a dedication event this Wednesday at 11 a.m. at 1405 and 1407 E. 6th Street in Joplin.

2022 has been a year of several firsts for Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity. They have completed two rehabilitated homes, their first ICF (insulated concrete forms) home through their Veteran Build program.

They now are beginning to build multi-family units.

Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity is a non-for-profit, nondenominational Christian housing organization that covers the Jasper County area.

They have built 180 homes since beginning as an affiliate in 1989.

They currently have 4 other homes under construction.