MEMPHIS, TN - Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis joined Habitat organizations around the world in building framed memorial walls and doors to honor former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Each door symbolized how his nearly four decades of service opened doors to brighter futures for thousands of Habitat homeowners.

“Memphis Habitat was honored to serve as host of the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in 2016. The impact of that weeklong project will be felt here in Memphis for generations,” said Dwayne Spencer, president & CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis. “We encouraged the community to visit the library to sign the doors and help us honor President Carter’s life of service.”

The memorial-framed walls and doors were on display at the Benjamin L. Hooks Library for an entire week. The public was invited to pay tribute by signing the memorial with their names and personal messages.

Our staff, board members, Memphis Habitat supporters, and local media came together to honor President Jimmy Carter’s life and global legacy, highlighting his impact here in Memphis.

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“President Carter’s contributions to Habitat for Humanity are among the most vital to our organization,” said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International. “He opened doors of opportunity for families worldwide, and all of us at Habitat have been honored and humbled to work alongside him. We were truly blessed to have his support, and our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Carter family.”

We want to personally thank everyone who attended this event and signed the memorial-framed doors. Your participation helped Memphis Habitat honor President Carter’s remarkable life of service.

You can still make a gift in honor of President Jimmy Carter’s incredible life of service and dedication to Habitat’s mission. Make a gift here. Your support will help Memphis Habitat do even more good, right where it’s needed most.