Before the Velasquez family moved to a Habitat for Humanity home in Mastic Beach, they rented part of an illegally subdivided house in Copiague on Oak Street.

Drunks from the bar nearby drove into the front door. The ceiling sagged ominously and the air stank of the cigarettes smoked by the men who lived in eight single-occupancy rooms in the back of the house.

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Digital construction promises to build houses faster and more affordably than traditional construction methods. Stories have come to us from other countries, where concrete printers create dwellings for at-risk populations.  by Rick Grant, Jan 2, 2025 | WRE News 

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Middle Island, NY (December 30) - Habitat for Humanity of Long Island joins the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and joins observances around the world to remember his life of service. He and Rosalynn Carter have served as Habitat for Humanity’s most famous volunteers over the 35 years they helped to build affordable housing with the organization.

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For the fourth consecutive year, Forte Construction has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Long Island. This year, Forte participated in the construction of a new home for a family of four.

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A Habitat for Humanity official said it's "inspiring" to make homeownership dreams come true and "even more special" when it's for an American military veteran.

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The Long Island Board of Realtors has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Long Island and Rebuilding Together Long Island to help build and repair homes in local communities.

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