Canbury Homes and Habitat for Humanity: A New Beginning for a Saco Family

At Canbury Homes, our mission has always been about more than just building houses — it’s about building stronger communities. That’s why our ongoing partnership with Habitat for Humanity of York County means so much to us. Together, we’re working to make homeownership more accessible for hardworking families right here in Maine.

Saco Family New Home Dedication Ceremony

This March, we had the privilege of celebrating another milestone with Habitat: the dedication of a new home on Graham Street in Saco. The new homeowner, Justin, and his young daughter Willow, were handed the keys to their very own affordable, energy-efficient home — marking the start of a new chapter for their family. Their journey was recently featured in a FOX 23 News story, which captured the emotion of the day and the impact of the build.

“I’m most looking forward to creating a safe and loving home for my daughter. I’m also looking forward to learning how to maintain a home and being able to build equity and a solid future,” Justin shared.

A Home Built with Heart

Justin has worked incredibly hard to get to this moment. As a single dad, he’s focused on creating stability for Willow while balancing work and parenthood. He currently works full time supporting adults with disabilities — a role that speaks to his deep compassion and commitment to others.

Despite the challenges of rising rental costs and the pressures of single parenting, Justin remained committed to building a better future for his family. Through Habitat’s homeownership program, he completed financial education, contributed sweat equity hours on the build site, and played an active role in bringing his new home to life.

Building Together

Canbury Homes is proud to have supported this project by providing the modular home that streamlined the construction process while delivering a blend of affordability, quality, and comfort. Our team worked closely with Habitat for Humanity of York County, alongside volunteers and local partners, to ensure the home met our shared values and standards for efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Seeing Justin and Willow walk through the door of their new home was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when communities come together with a shared purpose.

“We believe that every family deserves the opportunity for a safe, comfortable, and affordable place they are proud to call home. Seeing that belief become a reality for Justin and Willow is what it’s all about,” said David Patterson, Founder of Canbury Homes.

To learn more about this build and how you can support Habitat for Humanity’s mission in our community, visit habitatyorkcounty.org/donate.

Thinking about building a new home? Reach out today to speak to one of our building experts at Canbury Homes — we’re here to help you explore your ideas and see how we can help bring your vision to life!