Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County is honored to continue its collaboration with Wesco to expand and protect affordable housing options across Central Florida.
Wesco—a global leader in supply chain solutions with operations, warehouses, and sales offices in Orlando—has been a key supporter of Habitat Orlando & Osceola’s Habitat Inspects Program. This initiative offers free four-point and wind mitigation inspections to eligible homeowners. Over its first two years, the program helped residents collectively save about $200,000 on home insurance premiums, averaging $900 in annual savings per household.
“At Habitat Orlando & Osceola, we recognize that solving Central Florida’s housing crisis requires more than just building new homes,” said Catherine Steck McManus, President and CEO of Habitat Orlando & Osceola. “That’s why we’re committed to helping current homeowners maintain and stay in their affordable homes—something we’re able to do thanks to partners like Wesco.”
Chris Wolf, Wesco’s Chief Human Resources Officer and executive sponsor for Wesco Cares, added, “It’s inspiring to see our employees volunteer their skills and time to strengthen affordable housing in our communities. Maintenance and repair efforts are vital for long-term housing stability, and we’re proud to continue our support of Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County.”
Beyond financial backing, Wesco also contributes through hands-on volunteerism. Recently, a team of ten Wesco volunteers helped lay sod at a new Habitat home in the Holden Heights neighborhood of Orange County. Once construction is complete, the home will be purchased by a local family through an affordable mortgage program.
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