Community impact takes shape in Fort Worth as Trinity Habitat for Humanity and Alcon came together at Garden Springs for a home dedication honoring Habitat partner family, Rhonda Anthony. As part of this year’s Alcon in Action Week, nearly 200 Alcon associates will roll up their sleeves to raise the walls and kick off construction on three Habitat homes.
This event reflects the continued momentum of Alcon’s long-standing partnership with Trinity Habitat for Humanity. Since 2000, nearly 2,400 Alcon associates have volunteered to help build 30 homes across Fort Worth. This year’s effort advances that legacy with the construction of the 31st, 32nd, and 33rd homes built together, demonstrating the lasting impact of decades of shared commitment to essential workforce homeownership.
Gage Yager, CEO Trinity Habitat for Humanity
Charles Herget, Vice President, Social Impact and Sustainability, Alcon
Dedication Day Details which was held May 14, 2026, included Gage Yager, CEO Trinity Habitat for Humanity; Charles Herget, Vice President, Social Impact and Sustainability, Alcon; Christine Panagopoulos, COO, Trinity Habitat for Humanity; Jessica Tetirick, CFO, Trinity Habitat for Humanity; Eric Walker, CSO, Trinity Habitat for Humanity and a great number of Alcon Associates.
The new build took place at 4172 Joshua Spring Circle, Fort Worth TX 76123. During the three-day build, Alcon volunteers worked full-day shifts to complete key construction milestones on three Garden Springs homes.
“Despite her hard work and steady job, Rhonda could not afford homeownership. For years, expensive and unstable apartments defined her experience—but not anymore,” said Trinity Habitat for Humanity CEO Gage Yager. “Thanks to Alcon’s partnership, the American Dream of homeownership is becoming a reality. This is how meaningful change happens—when companies dedicated to excellence, like Alcon, step forward because they care deeply about their community. Alcon’s commitment truly stands the test of time. Now in their twenty‑sixth year of partnership with Trinity Habitat, Alcon continues helping make the dream of homeownership possible. We are deeply grateful for Alcon and so excited for Rhonda and her family.”
Habitat partner family, Rhonda Anthony
Alcon volunteers and Trinity H4H staff
Trinity Habitat partner family, Rhonda Anthony, shared her excitement and gratitude as construction began at her future home in Garden Springs. She looks forward to everyday milestones like gardening, family game nights, and pulling into her own driveway for the first time. “Thank each and every one of you for making my dream come true,” said Rhonda. “You are truly amazing people, and I hope you know how much you are appreciated.”
“Alcon has proudly stood alongside Trinity Habitat for Humanity for more than 25 years to help local Fort Worth families realize their dreams of homeownership,” said Alcon CEO David J. Endicott. “Each year, Alcon volunteers put on gloves and hardhats to help families literally build an opportunity for a better life. Home ownership can be transformative to participating families and, along with Trinity Habitat and the Anthony family, we’re helping local Fort Worth communities flourish.”
About Alcon: Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of people in over 140 countries and territories each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at www.alcon.com.
About Trinity Habitat for Humanity: Trinity Habitat for Humanity partners with families, volunteers, and community leaders to create homeownership opportunities for essential workforce families across Tarrant, Parker, Johnson, and Wise counties. Through safe, quality homes and community investment, Trinity Habitat helps families build stability, strengthen neighborhoods, and lay the foundation for thriving communities. To learn more visit: www.TrinityHabitat.org
