Many Fuller Center homeowner partners — such as Brandy Spivey working on her home in Fitzgerald, Georgia, a few months ago — not only meet but also far exceed their “sweat equity” requirements. “Sweat equity” furthers families’ sense of pride, ownership Editor’s note: “How we build a better world” is a regular series of articles […]
Chris Johnson
Chris Johnson is the Vice-President for Communications for The Fuller Center for Housing, a multi-award-winning columnist for the Columbus (Ga.) Ledger-Enquirer and author of 4 books.
Book honors grandmother’s legacy and lessons — including “sweat equity”
AMERICUS, Georgia ― In 1987, Marcus Johnson was living in his grandmother’s one-bedroom duplex with several other family members who shared a small kitchen and a single bathroom whose tub and shower were not functional, leaving the 13-year-old to bathe in a foot tub with water heated on the stove.. It had been that way […]
From Bicycle Adventure rider to ministry leader: Ann Coleman shares her Fuller Center journey
When Ann Coleman joined her first Fuller Center Bicycle Adventure ride, she discovered much more than a love for cycling. She found a new way to serve others. In a recent podcast interview, Coleman shares how she became a serious cyclist later in life, eventually riding across the United States at age 63, and how […]
Keeping homes “simple and decent” key to affordability
Fuller Center homes in the United States feature simple home plans and amenities to keep the houses affordable for our homeowner partners. Keeping homes “simple and decent” key to affordability Editor’s note: “How we build a better world” is a regular series of articles taking a closer look at the methods and principles of enlightened […]
New Americus home dedicated for Jenkins family as students, volunteers power Big Event build
AMERICUS, Georgia — Surrounded by volunteers, community partners and students who helped bring their home to life, David and Paris Jenkins and their family celebrated the dedication of their new home this week in Americus. For the Jenkins family, the home represents not only a fresh start, but a safer and more stable place to […]
Utah County volunteer receives a hand-up — and finds renewed hope along the way
PAYSON, Utah ― When Becky Oberg first connected with The Fuller Center of Utah County, she wasn’t quite ready to be part of it. After losing both her son and her sister within a span of just four months, she had withdrawn from others, finding it difficult to face the emotions that came with human […]
Our mission unites good-hearted people even in divided times
Fuller Center volunteers assemble on day one of the 2017 Millard Fuller Legacy Build in Indianapolis. Our mission unites good-hearted people even in divided times Editor’s note: “How we build a better world” is a regular series of articles offering a closer look at the methods and principles of enlightened charity that make our affordable […]
Disaster ReBuilders Receive $500,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to strengthen disaster recovery capacity
AMERICUS, Ga. — Fuller Center Disaster ReBuilders Inc. (FCDR) has received a $500,000 implementation grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Hope After the Storm: Capacity Building for Faith-Based Disaster Relief Organizations initiative. The grant will support FCDR’s efforts to strengthen its capacity to serve communities affected by disasters by enhancing organizational infrastructure, expanding volunteer […]