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DuPont and Habitat for Humanity International Continue Global Partnership
November 18, 2024 | PRNewswireEstimated reading time: 2 minutes
Habitat for Humanity International and DuPont today announced they are renewing their annual global partnership. As part of the collaboration, DuPont will donate products to local Habitat for Humanity affiliates as well as provide cash donations that support employee volunteer builds around the world.
In 2023, DuPont committed $400,000 to support local Habitat for Humanity affiliates near DuPont offices and plants, benefiting communities across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Singapore, and South Korea. In addition, DuPont donated more than $600,000 worth of building products to 35 local Habitat affiliates in the US and Canada, serving 195 families. This year, DuPont committed to an additional $200,000 in cash and $600,000 in donated product to complete 19 projects across the U.S. Most recently, the company helped sponsor the 38th Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project in St. Paul, Minnesota in early October.
"At DuPont, we believe that everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home," said Tim Lacey, Global Vice President and General Manager – DuPont Shelter Solutions. "Our renewed partnership with Habitat for Humanity International reflects our commitment to not only provide high-quality building materials but also to empower communities through our employee volunteer efforts. Together, we are making a meaningful impact in the lives of families across the globe."
Since partnering with Habitat in 2019, DuPont products, including Styrofoam™ Brand Insulation and Great Stuff™ Insulated Foam Sealant, have become work site staples at Habitat builds. DuPont's support of Habitat for Humanity has helped families build energy-efficient homes with insulation, air sealing, and weather barrier products that help lower monthly utility bills and provide a healthier and more affordable place to live.
"Living in a safe, dry, and comfortable home can not only help improve health outcomes, but also has the potential to alleviate housing costs, making homes more affordable for generations to come," said Charlita Stephens-Walker, vice president of corporate partnerships and cause marketing at Habitat for Humanity International. "By partnering with DuPont, we are able to ensure more families have a safe, decent and affordable place to call home. We are grateful for their continued support of our mission."
In its five years of partnership with Habitat, DuPont has donated $2.5 million in cash and more than $5.5 million in donated product. In addition, more than 1,800 DuPont employees have volunteered on Habitat builds. The company has also supported other Habitat initiatives including its Home Builders Blitz, Neighborhood Revitalization, and the Homes, Communities, Hope +You COVID recovery campaign.
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