Student Build #7
About the House
TYPE: 4 Bedroom/ 2 Bath
STYLE: single story, single family home
HOUSE SIZE: 1,376 square feet
LOCATION: Lot 69, New Heights Phase II in West Asheville
STATUS: wall framing underway
Meet the Future Homeowners
“…this home would symbolize hope and resilience, reflecting the support and generosity of the community…it would transform our lives and enable us to contribute positively to those around us.”
From Alyscia’s application letter
Alyscia is a determined single mother of three children for whom she works hard to provide a safe and loving home. They currently live in a 2-bedroom mobile home that needs to be replaced due to age, and wear and tear. She is grateful for a roof over their heads, but poor insulation is driving up utility costs and worsening her son’s asthma. Alyscia longs to provide her children a healthy space to play and grow, that is also affordable for her.
When she came across a social media post about a Habitat homeowner information session, she saw a chance to improve her living situation and immediately applied. Though she did not qualify initially, she quickly took action to meet the requirements in the future.
It is that determination that has moved her forward in Habitat’s homeownership process. Being able to provide a secure, healthy environment for her children to create memories and focus on their goals, she considers her Habitat home a blessing.
About the Sponsor
Alyscia’s future home in the New Heights neighborhood is the 7th Student Build House, a home sponsored by 5 local high schools. High school students, staff, and families from Asheville High/SILSA, Asheville Christian Academy, Asheville School, Christ School, and Franklin School of Innovation, will raise the sponsorship funds and provide volunteers. Additional support comes from Foundation level sponsor, State Farm. The Adopt-a-Lot sponsors are Dianna and Jeffrey Goodman.
