Supporting Army Veteran with Mortgage Free Home
PERRY HOMES PARTNERS WITH BUILDING HOMES FOR HEROES AND HILLWOOD COMMUNITIES TO CONSTRUCT HOME FOR WOUNDED VETERAN
Specially-Designed Home to be Built in Wolf Ranch Development by Hillwood Communities
AUSTIN — Perry Homes, Building Homes for Heroes, and Hillwood Communities today announced theirfirst-ever partnership to construct a specialized home in Wolf Ranch, a master-planned development byHillwood Communities, for an Army veteran who was severely injured while serving overseas. Army Sgt.Kristopher Biggs lost his left leg and suffered a traumatic brain injury during an attack in Iraq in 2007, andwill receive one of 40 mortgage-free homes donated to injured soldiers this year through the BuildingHomes for Heroes organization. Sgt. Biggs was awarded the Purple Heart, among many other prestigioushonors, for his dedication and service.
Located in Georgetown along the banks of the San Gabriel River and less than a mile from theintersection of Hwy 29 and I-35, the Wolf Ranch community offers beautiful first-class amenities. WolfRanch residents have exclusive access to a state-of-the-art amenity center, a resort-style infinity edgepool, pocket green spaces & parks, miles of scenic hiking trails, a playground, a large indoor lounge andkitchen area, an impressive outdoor patio and grilling area, and an onsite lifestyle program with scheduledactivities for its residents year-round.
"Perry Homes is so proud to be partnering for the first time with Building Homes for Heroes to give back tothis brave, selfless hero who sacrificed greatly for our country," said Chris Little, Perry Homes CityPresident, Austin/San Antonio. "Perry Homes has long supported veterans in need through theconstruction of beautifully-designed homes, modified to enable these former servicemen and women tothrive on their own. To date we’ve built and donated eleven homes to well-deserving military familiesthrough other organizations who also provide homes for veterans. We are honored to offer Sgt. Biggs witha new home that will be carefully designed and specifically crafted for his individual needs."
Perry Homes will be working closely with Building Homes for Heroes to design a handicap-accessible1,800 sq. ft. home featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a home office, and an extended coveredpatio. Some adaptations include wider hallways, custom kitchen cabinetry, a modified primary bathroomshower, and other safety features designed specifically for Sgt. Biggs.
"Having a brand-new home fitted to my specific needs is a dream come true, and I could not be moreappreciative of the great work Perry Homes and Building Homes for Heroes are doing for woundedveterans in this country," said Sgt. Biggs. "They’re not just building new homes for veterans – they arebuilding futures. I’m grateful beyond words for the opportunity to rebuild my life and my future after losingmy leg, and this new home will allow me to do that as independently as possible. This kind of compassiontouches your soul, and it motivates you to keep moving forward beyond every obstacle."
The local Perry Homes construction management team holds a personal stake in building this new homefor Sgt. Biggs. Project Manager Artie Ellis, an Army veteran himself, will be the lead supervisor on theconstruction of the home and will oversee every special modification needed for Sgt. Biggs. The officialgroundbreaking of the new home is slated for August, with a final completion date expected later this year.
"I have a deep sense of pride for this country. While in the Army, I discovered my passion for effectiveleadership in high-pressure situations," said Ellis. "My time with Perry Homes has provided me theopportunity to expand my leadership skills to support my team, allowing us to accomplish something thatwe can all be proud of each day. Being able to build this home for a fellow soldier gives me a uniqueopportunity to put my patriotism into action yet again and create a place where Sgt. Biggs and his familycan make great memories for years to come."
Hillwood Communities has a strong history and commitment to the veteran community," said DukeKerrigan, Hillwood Communities Austin General Manager. "Since 2017, Hillwood Communities hasworked with Building Homes for Heroes to deliver three homes for selected veterans in several of ourmaster-planned communities throughout the State of Texas. We are proud to participate in thisopportunity and will contribute by donating the homesite so that the benefits are passed along to Sgt.Biggs."
Another large contributor to this new home project is American radio and television personality BobbyBones, who has also partnered with Building Homes for Heroes to provide Sgt. Biggs with this speciallymodified 1800S Perry Homes design. The nationally syndicated Bobby Bones Show has already raisedmore than $110,000 through the show’s #PIMPINJOY movement, dedicated to helping those in need.Funds raised via the movement’s merchandise page, The Shop Forward, will be donated to help adaptand outfit the home for Sgt. Biggs.
For more information on Building Homes for Heroes, visit www.buildinghomesforheroes.org.
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About Perry Homes
Perry Homes, a Texas homebuilder for over 50 years, is committed to providing exceptional value, qualityand customer service. Family-owned and operated, Perry Homes has spent over 50 years building asterling reputation as one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in Texas. Perry Homes offers avariety of new home designs in over 55 communities throughout Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio.Perry Homes is dedicated to providing first-class customer service before, during and after the sale. Thecompany’s continuing loyalty to customers, combined with their distinguished reputation, creates anunrivaled demand for Perry Homes. For more information, please visit www.perryhomes.com.
About Building Homes for Heroes
Counting thirteen consecutive years of record-setting growth, Building Homes for Heroes® builds and giftsmortgage-free homes, and completes home modifications, for veterans and their families, and providesfurther services along their road to recovery to help them live a promising and fulfilling life ahead. Theorganization is strongly committed to rebuilding lives and supporting the brave men and women who wereinjured while serving the country after September 11, 2001, during the time of the wars in Iraq orAfghanistan. The organization has received a perfect 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for four straightyears, including a 100% in transparency and accountability. It's our honor to support the men and womenwho have loyally and courageously served our country. To learn more about the organization, visitwww.buildinghomesforheroes.org.
About Hillwood Communities
Hillwood, a Perot company, is a premier commercial and residential real estate developer, investor andadvisor of properties throughout North America and Europe. With a diverse portfolio of properties andhome to many of the world's leading companies, Hillwood is committed to bringing long-term value to ourcustomers, partners and the communities we serve. Through its Communities division, Hillwood hasdelivered more than 30,000 single-family lots in 90 master-planned communities across 13 states and twocountries. These communities continue to raise the bar in terms of quality, innovation, and theunmistakable sense of community that sets each property apart. Before laying the physical groundworkfor any new residential development, Hillwood Communities takes the time to focus on the ideals thatdraw people together — and the everyday interactions that strengthen those bonds. By purposefullydesigning its walkways, gathering spaces, and structural amenities to spark spontaneous encounters andfoster shared interests, Hillwood Communities creates community in every sense. For more information,please visit www.hillwoodcommunities.com.
About Perry Homes
Perry Homes is the largest woman-owned homebuilder and has established a Tradition of Excellence in homebuilding over the past 57 years. Family-owned and operated since the company’s inception in 1967, Perry Homes is committed to building quality, superior homes while providing first-class customer service before, during and after the construction of every Perry home. The homebuilder has earned a phenomenal reputation by evolving with the wants and needs of its 60,000+ customers, all while securing a 95% satisfaction rating*. With more than 450 new home designs, buyers will find a robust selection of quality standard features and design options in every Perry home that radiate elegance and sophistication, including soaring ceilings, gorgeous walls of windows, open concepts, and flexible spaces to fit any lifestyle. Perry Homes offers a variety of timeless and modern architectural concepts in over 100+ of the most sought-after communities throughout Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Perry Homes | Britton Homes is led by Executive Chair Kathy Perry Britton and Chief Executive Officer Todd Chachere. For more information, please visit www.perryhomes.com
* Since 2016, over 95% of homeowners who completed our New Homeowner Survey have rated their overall satisfaction as “Satisfied” or “Very Satisfied.” We send a New Homeowner Survey to the primary customer contact for every home between 30 and 60 days after closing.