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Anitrice McKinnis When you think of a Habitat for Humanity volunteer, you probably think of a person helping to build a house: hammering nails, raising a frame, painting a wall. Anitrice Mckinnis certainly did her share of that kind of work as her Overtown residence was being constructed- 250 hours’ worth, to be precise. Once her ‘sweat equity’ obligations were met, however, Anitrice did something special: she kept on volunteering. And volunteering. And then she volunteered some more. |
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| “When I applied for Habitat housing in January of 2008, I prayed,” recalled Anitrice, now a volunteer Ambassador for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami. "I said ‘Lord, if You bless me with a home, I’ll do Your command.’ Well He did, and so I help share Habitat with the world.” | |||
| As Ambassador, Anitrice goes to community meetings, churches, day care centers and other gatherings and events to generate awareness about Miami Habitat and encourage others to apply for a home. This service is invaluable, as the need for affordable housing is greater than ever. She also serves on Miami Habitat’s Family Selection Board. As a mother of five, an 11-year employee at Jackson Memorial Hospital, and a dedicated member of the Way of Holiness Outreach Ministry, it’s amazing Anitrice even has time to give to Miami Habitat. But her commitment never wavers. “Anytime Habitat needs me, I’m available,” she says. To say that her Habitat experience has changed Anitrice’s life is an understatement. Homeownership allowed her to move out of the projects, creating a better life for her and her family (all five of her children have graduated from high school- three are in college and two own a business), and the Habitat process opened her eyes to the power of volunteerism and community involvement. “God rewards me every time I volunteer, by allowing me to see other people get accepted into the Habitat program.” |
