BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Two single mothers in Tallahassee became first-time homeowners through Big Bend Habitat for Humanity. Warrick Dunn, a former NFL star and a Catholic High alum, helped. Dunn gave each a $5,000 down-payment check and $10,000 in furnishings from Aaron’s. A news release said these are Warrick Dunn Charities' 228th and 229th home celebrations. The non-profit finds single parents. It helps them become first-time homeowners in its "Homes for the Holidays" program. According to a news release, one mother, Jasmine, lived in a Habitat for Humanity home with her mother and three brothers after a storm damaged their house. Now, she is a patient care technician and a certified medical assistant. The news release said she is close to earning her A.S. in early childhood development, education and management. Her son, who graduated high school early, is pursuing a career in HVAC and welding. Her four-year-old daughter loves to play princess. Sharmetrieus has two daughters, the news release said. Her oldest will graduate high school soon. They plan to attend Florida State University to become a pediatrician. Her 11-year-old loves art, dance and basketball. Southern University offers free online therapy for rural Louisiana communities Latest News Former Baton Rouge high school football star delivers homes to Tallahassee single mothers Supreme Court appears split on Oklahoma death row inmate’s fate  Landfall timeline: When will Hurricane Milton hit Florida? The best Prime Day Lego deals on sets that rarely go on sale Plane crashes on California island, killing all 5 on board