Linda Vander Hulst and her children Michael (13) and Ashlee (12) are excited to begin their partnership with Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity. Linda is employed by Royal Plastics, Custom Enterprises, Fitzpatrick Electric, and cleans part-time. Michael and Ashlee attend Holland High and East Middle School respectively.

The whole family enjoys reading, walking, swimming, and miniature golf. They are also NASCAR fans.

Linda and her family have passed through many difficult times, but Linda is an example of one woman who has worked tenaciously to turn her life around. "I believe becoming financially responsible begins with a change of heart," states Linda. As owning their own house becomes a reality, Linda looks forward to providing a sense of security for her children. One goal Linda enthusiastically hopes to achieve, as a Habitat homeowner, is to give back to the community and to help others.