A parking lot full of possibility: American Family Insurance builds with Habitat Dane

A parking lot full of possibility: American Family Insurance builds with Habitat Dane

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On Thursday, Sept. 10, the American Family Insurance parking lot looked a little different. Instead of cars, more than 100 American Family Insurance volunteers filled the space with lumber, hammers and teamwork as they came together to frame an entire Habitat for Humanity of Dane County home.

A parking lot at American Family Insurance's Madison, Wisconsin headquarters was transformed into a temporary Habitat construction site. Volunteers worked together to build the home's interior and exterior walls that will eventually become part of a permanent new home.

By the end of the morning, volunteers had the incredible opportunity to see the walls they built standing tall, just as they will when the home is moved to its permanent location.

"This is what partnership looks like," said Hilary Parker, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Dane County. "American Family Insurance has been a longtime partner in our work to build strength, stability and brighter futures for local families. Their staff not only gave their time, they helped build a place a family will one day call home. We are incredibly grateful for their commitment to our community."

The partnership extends well beyond Dane County. American Family Insurance is also expanding its support to more than 30 additional Habitat affiliates across the country, helping communities make affordable homeownership possible for more families.

"American Family invests to create stronger and more resilient communities across our footprint. Habitat Dane County aligns with our purpose of helping make the dream of home ownership a reality for more families," said Nyra Jordan, American Family Insurance associate vice president, community engagement. "Our partnership with Habitat is part of our commitment to ensure everyone has access to a safe and affordable home."

Through affordable homeownership, Habitat helps families build a stronger foundation for their future while strengthening neighborhoods throughout Dane County.

Since 1987, Habitat for Humanity of Dane County has partnered with low- to moderate-income families to build and repair homes in 18 communities throughout Dane County. Today, Habitat Dane is actively building in Madison, Sun Prairie and Stoughton, Wisconsin.

The Sept. 10 build is a powerful reminder that building a home takes more than lumber and nails, it takes a community willing to work together and help build a better future, one wall at a time.

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About American Family Insurance
American Family Insurance based in Madison, Wis., has been serving customers since 1927. We inspire, protect and restore dreams through our insurance products, exceptional service from our agency owners and employees, community investments and creative partnerships. American Family Insurance is the nation's 12th-largest property/casualty insurance company, ranking No. 226 on the Fortune 500 list. American Family has a current 'a+' credit rating through AM Best, and has distinction as a "Standing the Test of Time" company, which is represented by having an AM Best financial strength rating of 'A' or better for at least 75 years. The company offers American Family-brand products through a network of exclusive agency owners as well as nationwide through key strategic partnerships. American Family Insurance also includes Homesite and Main Street America Insurance. The company has approximately 10,500 employees nationwide.

About Habitat for Humanity of Dane County
At Habitat for Humanity of Dane County, they don't offer handouts, they offer a hand up. Through their volunteer network, generous donors, and sales from their two Habitat ReStores, they're helping families achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance to build a better life through shelter. In Dane County alone, one in eight people live in poverty, including 16% of all Dane County children. Learn more by calling 608.255.1549 or visit habitatdane.org.