Over the past year, the Habitat Capital Region community has faced challenges brought on by the pandemic including the rising costs of land, labor, and building materials. However, through it all, Habitat Capital Region donors, volunteers, staff, board members, community partners, and participants have all come together to build healthier and thriving neighborhoods in the Capital Region…
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Brittni and her family have lived in substandard rental housing for many years. Dealing with unanswered maintenance requests, disruptive noise levels, and safety concerns is not what Brittni wanted for her kids at home. Instead, she was manifesting home.
After working hard to repair her credit and build up her savings, Brittni applied to the Habitat Homeownership Program, hoping…
Phil and Millie Heinz are more than just monthly donors, they are true champions of Habitat for Humanity Capital Region. Their unwavering support, time, and resources have made a significant difference in the lives of many families.
Their journey with the organization began when they…
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It is with heavy heart that we announce that longtime Habitat volunteer Jane Johnson passed away last month. Jane came to volunteer with Habitat Capital Region in 1998 upon her retirement and devoted her time to build a stronger community with Habitat Capital Region.
Jane Johnson’s 4,000 Hours of Service:
In the 26 years she volunteered with Habitat Capital Region, Jane…
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Habitat for Humanity Capital Region is thrilled to announce Michigan’s Homeowner of the Year is Idalia. She is recognized for her tireless work and commitment to improving her living situation and creating a place she can call home.
This prestigious award is presented to one Habitat homeowner partner family in Michigan. The recipient makes significant strides in advancing…
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It has never been harder for families to access affordable housing.
The housing crisis is not just a problem; it’s a heartbreaking reality for thousands in the Capital Region. To address this, Habitat Capital Region helps build homes and communities that remain affordable for generations – building hope, restoring dignity, and giving families a chance to thrive…
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During the time that I’ve been privileged to be a part of the team here at Habitat Capital Region, I’ve determined there are two absolute certainties that come with the work we do.
One certainty is that there is always more to be done. We will always have neighbors in need, for whom our programs hold life-changing potential.
The other certainty is…
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Eleven-year-old Silas uses an electric-powered wheelchair to traverse life. Sometimes he has difficulty experiencing the world in full because many places are not accessible to him – even his home.
For Silas, coming and going from home was a multi-person job. Going to school…
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When a well-loved antique dresser was donated to the ReStore, Kathy Wilcox a ReStore volunteer, knew there was something special about the piece.
“I was intrigued with it, but unfortunately…Read more about Kathy’s ReStore thrift flip.
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A local family is one step closer to their dream of homeownership, and another family now has safe access to their home. This is thanks to the efforts of 33 local volunteers who donated their time and energy during Habitat for Humanity Capital Region’s Rock the Block, July 24-26, 2023.
During Rock the Block, volunteers take action to revitalize neighborhoods. This year…
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