Megan Thee Stallion's foundation joined Habitat for Humanity to repair more than 30 homes in Texas; the project will help older residents remain independent

A housing initiative launched earlier this year in Houston and Dallas brought together Megan Thee Stallion’s charitable foundation and one of the United States' largest housing organisations. The collaboration is focused on older homeowners whose properties need repairs or accessibility improvements to remain suitable for everyday living. Through her Pete & Thomas Foundation, the Grammy-winning artist partnered with Habitat for Humanity to support work on more than 30 homes across the two Texas cities. The planned improvements range from roofing and structural repairs to ramps and other mobility features, addressing some of the difficulties older residents face when trying to remain in homes they have occupied for years.How Megan Thee Stallion’s foundation plans to improve homes for older TexansThe partnership was announced on April 30, 2026, with the first phase beginning on May 2 in Houston’s South Park neighbourhood. The initiative brought the Pete & Thomas Foundation into Habitat for Humanity’s existing Aging in Place programme, which provides repairs and home modifications for older homeowners.More than 30 properties in Houston and Dallas were included in the project. The planned work covers several areas of home maintenance, including roofing, weatherproofing, structural stabilisation and ramp installations. Other modifications are intended to make properties easier to navigate for residents experiencing mobility difficulties.For older homeowners, these improvements can affect how comfortably they manage everyday activities. A damaged roof, deteriorating structure or entrance that is difficult to access can create problems that become harder to deal with over time. Repairing these features can help residents continue living in familiar surroundings rather than having to consider moving because their homes no longer meet their needs.Why nearly 77% of older Americans want to remain in their homesThe project addresses a housing concern affecting a growing number of older Americans. Many prefer to remain in their own homes as they age, keeping their established routines and connections with their neighbourhoods. However, the condition and design of some properties can make independent living more difficult.Figures from AARP cited by Habitat for Humanity indicate that nearly 77% of older adults want to remain in their homes over the long term. Yet many houses were not originally designed to accommodate changing mobility needs. Others have maintenance problems that residents may find difficult to manage or afford.Habitat's Aging in Place programme works with local organisations and community groups to assess individual homeowners' requirements. Depending on the property, assistance can include essential repairs, accessibility modifications and other services intended to help residents maintain their independence.Megan Thee Stallion Day marked the Houston project launch in MayThe first repair activities began on May 2 in South Park, Houston. The date coincided with Megan Thee Stallion Day, an annual city recognition established in 2022 to honour the artist and her contributions to the community.Volunteers from Hotties Helping, a community initiative associated with the Pete & Thomas Foundation, joined Habitat volunteers during the launch. Their activities included painting, caulking and landscaping around participating properties.The launch also coincided with the beginning of Older Americans Month in May, which recognises the contributions of older people and highlights the support they need to maintain their health, independence and quality of life.Habitat for Humanity marked the occasion by temporarily renaming its Let's Open the Door campaign to Let's Open Thee Door. Launched in March 2026, the campaign was created to raise awareness of housing challenges and encourage action. The temporary name referenced Megan's stage identity while drawing attention to the need for safer and more accessible homes for older residents.What Megan said about supporting older generationsMegan Thee Stallion said that looking after older adults had long been an important part of her charitable work. In her statement announcing the collaboration, she explained that maintaining safe and properly cared-for homes was part of supporting the generations that came before her.She also described the partnership as an effort that extended beyond physical repairs, with the intention of giving older homeowners greater peace of mind about their living conditions.The Pete & Thomas Foundation was established in February 2022 in memory of Megan's late parents, Holly Thomas and Joseph Pete III. The organisation was created to support women, children, senior citizens and underserved communities.Its activities are organised around four main areas: education, housing, health and wellness, and community goodwill. The Habitat for Humanity partnership falls under its housing work, with a focus on helping older residents access the repairs and infrastructure needed to remain in their homes.Habitat for Humanity highlights the connection between housing and healthHabitat for Humanity has linked the condition of a person's home with their ability to maintain good health and independence. For older residents, problems such as unstable structures, poor weather protection and difficult entrances can affect their daily routines and make independent living more challenging.Adrienne Goolsby, senior vice president of US and Canada at Habitat for Humanity International, said the collaboration was intended to advance housing and health equity for older adults. The organisation's Aging in Place programme aims to help residents remain in their communities through repairs and modifications suited to their circumstances.Allison Hay, chief executive of Houston Habitat for Humanity, also highlighted the importance of improving homes in neighbourhoods such as South Park. As a Houston resident herself, she pointed to the need for older homeowners to have properties that can better withstand future Gulf Coast weather events.The planned improvements therefore address both everyday housing conditions and the challenges posed by severe weather. Roofing work, structural repairs and weatherproofing can help address existing maintenance issues, while accessibility changes are intended to make homes easier to use as residents grow older.The Pete & Thomas Foundation expands its housing workThe collaboration with Habitat for Humanity adds a practical dimension to the Pete & Thomas Foundation's housing efforts. Rather than focusing on building new properties, this initiative is centred on improving existing homes and helping the people who live in them.The more than 30 homes identified across Houston and Dallas were included in a programme of repairs based on individual property requirements. Some may need roofing or weatherproofing work, while others require structural improvements, ramps or mobility-related modifications.You use AI every day. Now get your AI Quotient. Take the AIQ test.