Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity has been awarded $1,850,000 in FY2026
Congressionally Directed Spending to build new affordable homes in Augusta’s historic Turpin Hill neighborhood. The federal funding, secured with the support of Georgia’s U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, will expand housing opportunities for working families and revitalize one of Augusta’s oldest communities.

“Turpin Hill is one of Augusta’s oldest and most storied neighborhoods, a community built by generations of hardworking families whose roots run deep in this city,” said Bernadette Kelliher,

President and CEO of Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity. “Its historic homes and streets tell the story of resilience, culture, and pride. With this investment, we have the opportunity to honor that legacy, preserving its history while giving new energy and opportunity to the families who will call Turpin Hill home. These new homes will reflect the strength of the neighborhood’s past while creating a foundation for families to build their futures. This is about restoration, dignity, and ensuring that the next generation can write their own chapter in this historic community.”

Senator Jon Ossoff commented, “Georgia families urgently need more affordable housing. That’s why Senator Reverend Warnock and I brought Republicans and Democrats together to strengthen the Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity's efforts to build new housing units for families across Augusta and the CSRA. I thank Augusta Habitat for Humanity President and CEO Bernadette Kelliher for bringing this proposal to our offices and for her leadership in the community,”

Senator Raphael Warnock added, “After months of bipartisan work, I am thrilled that over $1.8 million has been secured to build new affordable homes for working Georgians in Augusta. This investment demonstrates what is possible when Congress works together to support communities and families in need. We are in a housing crisis. America is not building enough housing and costs are continuing to soar. I will keep fighting for legislation that supports housing construction and lower housing costs, and in the meantime, I am proud of my years-long partnership with Habitat for Humanity to help get working families in Georgia into affordable homes to begin building generational wealth.”

This federal investment strengthens ongoing efforts to expand affordable housing opportunities across Augusta and reflects a shared commitment among local and federal partners to ensure that families have access to safe, stable, and affordable homes.

Since its founding in 1986, Augusta/CSRA Habitat for Humanity has partnered with families, volunteers, and community supporters to build and preserve homes throughout the Central Savannah River Area. Through affordable homeownership, Habitat empowers families to build equity, stability, and generational opportunity.