Carly, a resilient single mother of five, faced challenges finding a suitable and affordable home for her family. Despite moving several times in search of better living conditions, her children share cramped bedrooms with inadequate heating, while she shares a room with her three-year-old daughter.
Their current rental house is old, plagued by plumbing and ventilation issues, and it is in an unsafe neighborhood.
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Have you made any Habitat resolutions yet? Would you like to? I have three FANTASTIC, easy resolutions you can make to live generously this year.
1. Resolve to give $5 a month to Habitat Capital Region. Whoa, Katie. Coming right out of the gate asking for money? I know. That was very bold of me, but…
Katie’s Top 3 Habitat Resolutions for 2024 Read More »
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…
Barriers to Homeownership Read More »
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…
Expanding Our Service Area Read More »
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…
A Whole New World of Independence Read More »