Habitat For Humanity Of Broward Celebrates Completion Of North Lauderdale Townhomes

The ceremony recognized the completion of eight townhomes, now home to eight families representing approximately 20 residents, all first-time homeowners.

Joined by local dignitaries, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners, Habitat Broward officially dedicated the homes and handed over the keys to the families, each of whom completed 300 hours of sweat equity over the past year as part of Habitat’s homeownership program.

The event included remarks from Ralph Stone, Director of Housing Finance and Community Development for Broward County Government and Broward County Commissioner Michael Udine, who both spoke to the importance of affordable housing and public-private partnerships in Broward County.

“Homeownership provides stability for families and strengthens communities,” said Stone. “Projects like North Lauderdale Townhomes demonstrate how collaboration can expand access to affordable workforce housing.”

“Safe, stable housing is the foundation of a strong community,” added Udine. “Habitat’s North Lauderdale Townhomes is a great example of how public-private partnerships can create real opportunities for working families while strengthening neighborhoods and generating long-term economic benefits for our county.”

The North Lauderdale Townhomes are expected to generate $584,000 in property tax revenue over the next 10 years, reinvested directly into the local community and supporting long-term neighborhood stability.

“The completion of North Lauderdale Townhomes shows what can be achieved through strong partnerships,” said Nancy Robin, CEO and Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Broward. “Thanks to our community partners, these homes will have a lasting impact on families and the broader community.”

Among the new homeowners is Antuane Richardson, a customer service representative with the Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department and devoted single father who described homeownership as a milestone rooted in perseverance and purpose.

“As the first in my family to become a homeowner, this means more than I can put into words,” said Richardson. “It represents stability for my son, Ayden, and the opportunity to build generational wealth and a strong foundation for our future. Through hard work, accountability, and leading with love, I’m proud to show him what’s possible.”

The North Lauderdale Townhomes were made possible through the support of home sponsors including Alan B. Levan/Susie and Alan B. Levan Family Foundation, Blu by ThriveWell, CITY Furniture, Marcy Falcone, Nancy Daly, Rick Case Automotive Group, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, UKG, and WSVN-Channel 7. 

Additional community sponsors include AutoNation, Bank of America, Broward County, Burdette Beckmann, Inc. (BBI), City of North Lauderdale, Cushman & Wakefield, The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, EverBank, GL Homes of South Florida, Gore Family Memorial Foundation, Happy Pineapple Charity Fund, Jack B. Rettig Foundation, Miller Construction Company, Moss and Associates, and Publix Super Markets Charities.

About Habitat for Humanity of Broward

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity of Broward brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Habitat Broward offers a “hand up” not a “hand out” to families who are unable to qualify for conventional home financing but are willing to work hard to improve their family’s lives and achieve the economic empowerment of homeownership.

For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Broward please call: (954) 945-8031. Or visit: www.habitatbroward.org. Or check us out on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.