A Double Blessing in Forest Park
Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity recently celebrated a very special Home Blessing ceremony for two remarkable women, Krizia and Tiffany, whose homes were built side-by-side on land donated by former Forest Park resident Steven Boots.
Several years ago, Mr. Boots made a life-changing phone call to our office, offering to donate family-owned land in Forest Park, GA. That generous act of kindness laid the foundation for what would become two homes, now filled with love, laughter, and hope.
Building on a Legacy of Strength and Faith
For Tiffany, the journey to homeownership has been paved with persistence and purpose. A dedicated single mother of two and a longtime employee at Delta Airlines, Tiffany managed work, school, and parenting, all while pursuing her dream of homeownership. She discovered Southern Crescent Habitat through a Women Build campaign and applied to our program soon after.
Through countless volunteer hours, financial education, and unwavering commitment, Tiffany has not only built a home, but a future for her children; one where they finally have bedrooms of their own and a place to feel secure.
“You are literally changing our lives,” Tiffany shared. “You’re showing my children and me that it’s important to give back to the community.”
A New Chapter for a Hometown Hero
Just next door, Krizia’s homecoming is equally inspiring. A Forest Park native, Krizia faced adversity early in life after losing both of her parents. With grace and grit, she stepped into adulthood, balancing work and family while building a stable life for her daughters and granddaughter.
After years of researching affordable housing options, a coworker pointed her to Southern Crescent Habitat. That connection would ultimately lead to Krizia becoming the first in her family to own a brand-new home.
“This experience is fun and enlightening,” she said. “I am forever grateful for the opportunity.”
None of this would have been possible without the funding provided by Clayton County HUD, whose support ensures that more families in our community have access to affordable, safe housing.
We also extend heartfelt thanks to Mayor Angelyne Butler and City Manager Ricky Clark for their unwavering support of our mission and presence at the celebration.
These homes were not built alone. They stand as a testament to the power of community, made possible by the dedication of our incredible volunteers. We extend our deepest thanks to Chick-fil-A Corporate, Clayton State University, ANDMore, Atlanta Gas Light, the Grey Ghosts, Habitat for Humanity International, Publix, Thrivent, WTS Atlanta, and countless others who generously gave their time, talent, and heart to help build a brighter future for Krizia and Tiffany.
