In his first year as Executive Director of Haywood Habitat for Humanity, Jared Iraggi shook things up at the housing nonprofit.
Since Iraggi started in June of 2025, Haywood Habitat has closed out the most successful year in the Restore’s history, established a critical home repair program using grant funding, added five new employees and shifted its approach to affordable housing.
“Haywood Habitat is not a handout…read the full article at The Moutaineer.
When Denise Dietiker moved into a new home last month, it marked the end of a long season of loss and uncertainty, and the beginning of stability, dignity, and hope.
A widow since 2022, Dietiker’s life was upended again on Sept. 27, 2024, when… read the full article at The Mountaineer.
When we talk about infrastructure in Haywood County, we usually mean roads, water lines, schools, or broadband. These are investments we expect to last decades and serve everyone.
Housing belongs in that same category.
Affordable housing is not… read the full article at The Mountaineer.
Haywood County Habitat for Humanity is teaming up with the Black Generational Wealth Committee to help African American homeowners upgrade their houses.
The partnership has three projects underway to improve homes owned…watch the full interview here.
Haywood Habitat for Humanity announced the groundbreaking of its first Aging-in-Place home, marking a major step forward in addressing the housing needs of older adults in Haywood County.
The new home is intentionally designed to allow a homeowner to live safely and independently as they age. Features include step-free entry, wider doorways, accessible bathroom and kitchen design, and energy-efficient construction that reduces long-term utility costs. The home reflects Haywood Habitat’s commitment to long-term stability — not just housing, but housing that works for people over a lifetime.
“This is about dignity and stability,” said Jared D. Iraggi, executive director of Haywood Habitat for Humanity. “Too many seniors are… read more here at The Mountaineer.
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Haywood County Habitat for Humanity is requesting community support to fund its repair program, which assists low-income homeowners with essential home repairs.
The program aims to enhance the safety, accessibility and livability of local homes. The organization has already allocated $25,000 from last year’s fundraising efforts, but says additional help is needed.
“Folk still definitely need some help, and the need for… read more here.
Haywood Habitat for Humanity was recently featured in The Mountaineer for the launch of three new affordable homes in our community. The article highlights the impact these homes will have for local families and reflects the hard work of our volunteers, partners, and supporters who make projects like this possible.
“Haywood Habitat for Humanity is seeking applicants for three new affordable homes to be built in Haywood County.
Two homes will be constructed off Jonathan Creek and one in Clyde. One of the Jonathan Creek homes will be designed as an Aging in Place home, intentionally built to support the needs of older adults through features that promote accessibility, safety, and long-term independence. The remaining two homes will be constructed based on family need and household composition.
Haywood Habitat for Humanity’s homeownership program… read more at The Mountaineer here.”
These homes are part of our ongoing commitment to affordable housing in Haywood County. Learn more about how you can support our work or get involved as a volunteer here.
When Luis and Cleidi Garcia speak of angels, it’s hard to know precisely who they mean. Maybe it’s real angels — the Garcia’s faith has been a driving force behind their family’s survival over the last year since Helene swamped their Clyde trailer — or maybe it’s the community that has gathered around him over that same period.
Much of that community assembled at the Garcia’s new home a few weeks ago to watch Haywood Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Jared Iraggi hand over a set of keys. The Garcia’s three children clung to the couple shyly as the crowd burst into applause as Iraggi dropped the jangling bundle into Luis’ hand.
Luis stepped forward… read more here.
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