09/14/2026
Sometimes the best way to understand the impact of our work is to hear directly from the people who experience it. Junny Tsiba, a refugee from Congo Brazzaville, spent two years preparing to buy her home. “Renting was fine, but having your own place makes you live the American dream and rewards me for my hard work,” she explained. Her home in Burlington’s New North End was built by Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity in partnership with Champlain Housing Trust.
At Champlain Housing Trust, we see how stability can mean having the knowledge, resources and support to find a path toward sustainable homeownership. We’re proud to help Vermonters make informed decisions and build a stronger foundation for their future.
Learn more about Junny's experience buying a home at https://www.getahome.org/my-dream-house/