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Habitat for Humanity builds home for family

Young people volunteered 5,600 hours on-site with the Youthbuild Buffalo program, earning 45 workforce credentials during their time there.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A Buffalo family now has a new home thanks to Habitat for Humanity and the young people who helped build it.

The 1,500-square-foot home has three bedrooms and two baths. 

Those who volunteered 5,600 hours on-site with the Youthbuild Buffalo program, earned 45 workforce credentials during their time there. 

"It's been a great experience...," said Youthbuild Buffalo student, Shaolin Shinault.

The young folks got hands-on training including carpentry, electrical, drywall, and siding. 

 A family identified by Habitat for Humanity will move into the house, paying a low-interest monthly mortgage.

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