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Habitat for Humanity: Cultural Assessment of Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester ReStores

Project Sponsor: Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/ Greater Worcester Numerous organizations, focusing on the amelioration of poverty, have sprung into existence around the world. Habitat for Humanity is a global Christian nonprofit housing organization founded in 1976, Americus, Georgia. The founders, Millard and Linda Fuller, developed the concept of “partnership housing.” They operate in approximately 70…

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Abby’s House: An Effective Waste Management Plan for Abby’s House

The goal of this project was to implement an effective waste management system for Abby’s House that included recycling, was cost effective, and promoted personal responsibility and independence among the residents. To manifest these goals our group held in person interviews with staff and residents, met with waste haulers and analyzed their services and costs…

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