Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio
  1. Home
  2. Campaigns
  3. Junior League of Stark County | Women Build 2026
  • Share
  • Embed
  • Junior League of Stark County | Women Build 2026 logo
  • Meet the Robinson Family

    FAMILY AND CURRENT HOUSING
    Imani was born and raised in Canton and continues to live in the area with her two daughters: Ayanna, who is an adult, and Sanaa, who is currently in high school. Over the years, Imani has lived in a variety of rental situations, including public housing, the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, and private rentals. Her most recent private rental was sold by the owner, forcing her to quickly secure new housing. She now resides in a rental where the cost exceeds her comfort level.  

    The current home has several maintenance issues. The doors and windows have air leaks, causing noticeable drafts throughout the house. Additionally, the home experienced a fire on the first floor prior to Imani moving in. Unfortunately, renovations were not properly completed, resulting in sloping floors throughout the first level.

    Growing up, Imani watched her parents own their home and experienced the stability that came with it. She has always dreamed of providing that same sense of security for her own family. Given the current housing market, homeownership would not be possible for her without the support of the Habitat for Humanity program.

    Since joining Habitat, Imani has fully committed to the process. She completed her sweat equity hours at the ReStore, in the Habitat workshop, and on Habitat construction sites. She also successfully completed homebuyer education classes in spring 2025, gaining essential skills in budgeting, financial planning, and home maintenance.

    A BRIGHT FUTURE
    Imani has been employed at AultCare Insurance as a customer service representative for over ten years. One of her goals as a homeowner is to support her adult daughter, Ayanna, by allowing her to live at home while she saves money and builds a strong financial foundation. Her younger daughter, Sanaa, enjoys playing volleyball and has a passion for K-pop and anime. 

    Imani embodies the strength passed down through the women who raised her and is determined to continue that legacy for her daughters. For Imani, it all begins with a home. She shared that this opportunity represents both stability and peace of mind - stability in knowing her family will always have a place to call home, and peace of mind in knowing she can provide a safe, secure roof over their heads.
Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio logo
In Support of Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio
Serving Stark, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties, Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio is driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live. People partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and purchase the homes with an affordable zero interest mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering, or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves Through shelter, Habitat empowers. To learn more, visit habitateco.org.