Building Dreams with Habitat for Humanity 🏠

This spring, our #PDIFamily traded their usual projects for something even more meaningful – building homes right here in our local community. For the sixth year in a row, we partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help create safe, affordable housing for families in need, and this time we hit a major milestone: our first-ever townhome build. 

Over several months, our teams rolled up their sleeves and put their skills to work to bring not just one, but three homes to life for three incredible families! From framing to finish work, they showed up big. And the highlight? Handing over the keys during the home dedication event and watching these families walk into a new chapter of their lives. 

This 12-home neighborhood brought together hundreds of volunteers from across the Tampa Bay area, and collectively, we turned blueprints into bedrooms and construction sites into communities. Check out the video below to see the impact in action! 

Meet the Families 

Every home we helped bring to life is more than just a structure – it’s a fresh start for families who’ve worked hard to get here. Each homeowner has a unique story, learn more about them below!  

The Davis Family

Marie Davis, a Child and Family Consultant and single mother of three, shared her hope for a fresh start: “My house will be welcoming, safe, affordable, and relaxing. I can’t wait to decorate and make the house truly ours.”

The Rickel Family

Katie Rickel, a hardworking server and single mom, has weathered pandemic setbacks and the challenges of starting over. "Having the feeling of security in our home will help me show up as the best version of myself,” she said.

The Laplante-Shafer Family

Garrett and Cheyenne are determined to break the cycle of housing instability for their kids. “Our house will be our pride and joy,” Garrett said. “We will be able to stand confidently knowing we made this happen as a family.”

At Power Design, we believe in using our skills to make an impact – not just on our jobsites, but in the communities we’re part of. Giving back is built into who we are, and projects like this are a reminder of what’s possible when we come together with purpose. 

To everyone who stepped up to volunteer – thank you. Your time and effort helped create real change for real families. Here’s to six years of building hope, and many more to come!