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Special to Naples Daily News
Diamond Custom Homes employees and family members recently participated in a two-day Habitat for Humanity home building event.

More than 30 employees of Naples-based luxury home builder Diamond Custom Homes recently worked together to give back to the southwest Florida community.

On January 11 and 12, the company’s employees and family members participated in a two-day Habitat for Humanity home building event as part of its Building Dreams Foundation. The foundation was established by Diamond Custom Homes in March 2020 with a mission to support local charities that focus efforts on improving the lives of underprivileged families through affordable housing and education. The event not only supported the foundation’s mission, but it also promoted team building among the company’s leaders and employee volunteers.

“Furthering the availability of affordable housing in Collier County and giving back to the communities we serve is very important to us,” said Diamond Custom Homes President Michael Diamond.

“The ‘Building Dreams’ phraseology in our foundation’s name refers to our ability to “build dreams” by helping those in need,” said Diamond. “Working with Habitat for Humanity is a wonderful opportunity for us to do just that.” 

An invitation-only event hosted by the company to launch the foundation resulted in donations of approximately $25,000. Diamond Custom Homes provided a matching donation of $25,000. This combined donation recently helped a young family purchase its first home in Vincent’s Acres, Habitat for Humanity’s 11th development, located off exit 101 of Interstate 75.

“A partnership like this is truly remarkable,” says Habitat for Humanity CEO, Lisa Lefkow. “Builders like Mike who recognize the importance of affordability for ALL homebuyers is rare. His commitment, and the culture of generosity that he has created at Diamond Custom Homes is making a great difference.” 

This year, the Building Dreams Foundation has a goal to reach $75,000 in donations in 2022 through events including a golf tournament this spring.  

About Diamond Custom Homes

Diamond Custom Homes creates and renovates luxury residences for discerning homeowners in Southwest Florida’s most prestigious communities and neighborhoods. The firm is known for quality craftsmanship, creative custom designs and concierge estate management services, as a fully accredited member of the National Home Watch Association. Offices are located at 9130 Galleria Court, Suite 204, in Naples. For more information, visit www.DiamondCustomHomes.com.

About the Building Dreams Foundation

Established in March 2020, the Building Dreams Foundation is a nonprofit foundation created by Diamond Custom Homes. The foundation supports local charities that focus on improving the lives of underprivileged families through affordable housing and education in Collier County. For more information, visit www.BuildingDreamsFoundation.org.