Honoring the legacy of President Jimmy Carter

1924-2024

On December 29, 2024, we bid farewell to President Jimmy Carter, a remarkable leader and humanitarian who passed away at the age of 100. His enduring legacy will forever inspire the work we do at Habitat for Humanity.

In March 1984, President and Mrs. Carter joined Habitat for Humanity in Americus, Georgia, near their hometown of Plains. Moved by Habitat’s mission to create decent and affordable homes, the Carters became lifelong advocates and volunteers. Later that year, they led the first-ever Carter Work Project in New York City, renovating homes for 19 families in need.

For more than 35 years, President Carter championed the cause of affordable homes, raising awareness and inspiring action worldwide. The Carter Work Project has since mobilized over 108,000 volunteers and transformed the lives of 4,447 families in 14 countries. Even after their final build in 2019, the Carters supported Habitat’s mission through tireless advocacy.

President Carter’s unwavering dedication earned him and Mrs. Carter the title Habitat Humanitarians in 2016, recognizing their extraordinary contributions to our shared vision: a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

As we reflect on President Carter’s profound impact, we are reminded of the power of service. His legacy inspires us to continue building homes, communities, and hope.

With the warmest gratitude for his life and legacy,

Habitat for Humanity of the St. Vrain Valley

 

Click the link to access resources on President Jimmy Carter's legacy from Habitat for Humanity

 

Click the link to read the article How Carter Turned Habitat for Humanity Into a Nonprofit Juggernaut from The Wallstreet Journal.

 

A partnership for the ages. Happy anniversary to President and Mrs. Carter, 2019

 

Habitat for Humanity invites you to join in remembering President Carter’s remarkable legacy. Share how President Carter has impacted you in their memory book.