Keaira’s Story: A Foundation for Her Daughters’ Future

For Keaira, home is about more than shelter, it’s about safety, stability, and giving her two daughters, ages 3 and 6, a life full of possibility. After leaving an emotionally abusive relationship in 2018, Keaira returned to Tennessee with a single goal: to build a better future for her family.

Raising two young children on her own hasn’t been easy. Living in public housing for five years, Keaira faced constant uncertainty, ongoing maintenance issues, safety concerns, and the stress of navigating life with limited resources. Despite it all, she remained focused. She paid off debt, rebuilt her credit, and poured everything she had into creating a stable life for her girls.

Then, she discovered Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County. A bank representative saw Keaira’s determination and suggested she apply for the Homeownership Program. Encouraged by a cousin who had also partnered with Habitat, she applied, hoping for the best.

That leap of faith changed everything.

“Working with Habitat has been amazing,” Keaira says. “I’ve met wonderful people, gained so much knowledge, and finally feel like I’m building something lasting for my daughters.”

Her new home offers more than extra bedrooms and a yard, it’s a place to grow, to dream, and to celebrate milestones. For the first time, Keaira can decorate for the holidays, host family game nights, and give her girls a sense of security she’s always longed to provide.

“This home means we’ll finally have peace,” she shares. “And that peace allows me to focus on what matters most—being the mom my daughters deserve.”

Keaira’s journey is a powerful example of how Habitat doesn’t just build homes, it builds futures filled with hope.