Hit by inflation, frustrating supply chain issues, and higher building costs in the last couple of years, Habitat for Humanity was still able to provide more than 50 new houses for its families.

On Sunday, Habitat for Humanity's 2023 annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Week Project kicked off on the President's 99th birthday.

As former President Jimmy Carter lives out his final days in hospice care, a Habitat For Humanity of San Antonio official has fond memories about Carter and former first lady Rosalynn Carter and the impact they have had on the nonprofit housing organization.

Inflation and supply chain shortages have posed several challenges for many local organizations and businesses, and Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio has been no exception.

Affordable housing continues to be a struggle as rent prices rise and mortgage interest rates by about 6%.

Nonprofits of all kinds are getting hit hard by inflation, experts say.

A single mother signed for Habitat for Humanity's 51st home of the year on Friday. The organization said it has had a successful year despite higher costs and distribution issues.

Nonprofits and the city of San Antonio are forced to stretch their budget as the price of homes and building materials rise, presenting a challenge in creating affordable housing for low-income communities.

Head to your nearest Habitat Home Center to save on home building products during National Home Improvement Month.

Habitat for Humanity has had to scale down their 2021 goal of home builds due to the decrease of volunteers and increase in material costs. Find out how to help.

SAN ANTONIO – For Brenda Sanchez, being a homeowner was something she dreamed of. “But here I am today, and I’m very grateful for everyone that’s helped me.”It’s a feeling 50 other families in San Antonio experienced in 2020 thanks to Habitat for Humanity. “This year, that was more important than ever.”The homes go for $95,000 and Wiese said these homes help address another problem in San Antonio. “There’s always been a housing challenge in San Antonio, Wiese said. So that’s something that I’m very proud of.”For information on how to volunteer or donate to Habitat for Humanity, click here.

SAN ANTONIO – Habitat for Humanity is celebrating National Patriot Day by doing what they do best — building homes for low-income families. Volunteers began construction Friday morning at a home in the Rancho Carlota subdivision on the Southwest Side. Representatives with Habitat for Humanity said having a place call home is especially important during this pandemic. Habitat for Humanity is now looking for volunteers for their fall build, especially people who can work during the week. RELATED: SA mother closer to receiving Habitat for Humanity home in time for holidays