In the wake of President Jimmy Carter’s death, a representative of the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity spoke on the impact both the president and his wife had on the organization. President Carter and his wife Rosalynn are credited with being champions for affordable housing for all,

Jimmy Carter attended the groundbreaking for Habitat for Humanity Orange County’s first affordable housing project in 1990. Residents remember the day well.

A memorial was held at the Arnot Mall to honor President Jimmy Carter’s service with Habitat for Humanity. The event included affiliates from The Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben County Habitat organizations.