GLOUCESTER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY – NOVEMBER 6, 2026 – Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce that they will hold their 58th Home Dedication ceremony for their new house in Clayton, NJ, at 3:00 PM on November 24th, 2026.
The new home, located at 152 N Green Street in Clayton, was made possible through the organization’s Homeownership Program. The program offers income-qualified homebuyers the opportunity to build and purchase their own home through an affordable mortgage. During the program, partner families will complete at least 200-250 hours of sweat equity, including building their home, assisting on other homes, and completing various seminars. Through these requirements, Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity aims to set families up to be successful, educated, and empowered homeowners.
“One of our organization’s core beliefs is that everyone deserves a safe, decent, affordable place to call home,” said Ronda Abbruzzese, Board President and Fundraising & Marketing Chair. “The Homeownership Program helps make homeownership dreams a reality and provides those who take part in it with the tools and knowledge they need for success.”
Da’Shayla Clement applied for the Homeownership Program in the hopes of finding a safe, stable place for her two sons, Jovhani and Jasai, to grow up. Da’Shayla’s greatest priority is creating a foundation where her children feel secure and supported, and she wanted to give them a permanent home where they could have not only physical space, but stability and consistency. Since signing her partnership agreement in April, Da’Shayla has put in 217 sweat hours as she has worked to bring her dream for her family to life.
“Da’Shayla has demonstrated that she is committed to our program and to ensuring her children have a home to grow up comfortably, safely, and happily,” said Executive Director Megan Varrell. “We are thrilled to invite our community members to hear her story and see in person the work she has done to get to this day.”
Through Home Dedications such as this one, Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity gives families like the Clements the opportunity not only to become homeowners, but to celebrate the hard work they have done to reach that moment. If you are interested in attending the ceremony, the event is open to the public and will start at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, November 24th, at 152 N Green Street, Clayton, NJ. Neighbors, community members, individuals interested in the Homeownership Program are encouraged to attend.
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