York Habitat for Humanity is one of more than 220 Habitat organizations awarded a grant from Wells Fargo as part of its nationwide initiative to help low- to moderate-income families to construct and improve homes across the country.

York Habitat will receive $30,000 and put the funding toward construction costs of two of the six homes currently being built on the 700 block of Chestnut Street in York city. Two families have been chosen for these homes and are waiting for their completion.

The grant is part of a $7.75 million donation Wells Fargo is making to Habitat for Humanity International through Wells Fargo Builds, an initiative that provides philanthropic financial support and volunteerism to create sustainable, affordable housing. More than 340 homes will be constructed or repaired with Habitat in more than 40 states through the initiative this year. Wells Fargo Builds is part of Wells Fargo's $1 billion philanthropic commitment to create more housing affordability solutions by 2025.

Since 1985, York Habitat for Humanity has served more than 750 local community members by welcoming people of all races, religions and nationalities to partner with the organization to construct or rehabilitate homes for low-income families. York Habitat and its partners also advocate for fair and just housing policies, and they provide training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.

For more information, to donate or to volunteer, visit http://www.yorkhabitat.org or follow the agency on its various social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.