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Heart of Habitat 2025: Volunteers Recognized

May 5, 2025

In conjunction with National Volunteer Month (April), Habitat for Humanity Capital Region honored volunteers at the third annual “Heart of Habitat Gratitude Gala” on Thursday, April 18. The event celebrated all of the people who volunteer their time to the mission of Habitat Capital Region, and gave special recognition to several volunteers who were presented with Gratitude Awards for their exceptional volunteer service over the last year…

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Martha and her family stand in front of her new home, with a Habitat "SOLD" sign in front.

Martha joins the Eastfield Neighborhood

March 7, 2025

Martha and her family arrived on a freezing March day for her home dedication in the Eastfield neighborhood. Despite the chill in the air, her new home was filled with nothing but warmth, love, and community as she was handed the keys to her Habitat home. Martha is the second homeowner in the Eastfield Neighborhood, […]

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The first homeowner in the neighborhood, Rebellia and her children pose with their sold sign!

The First Homeowner | Eastfield Neighborhood

February 8, 2025

After 14 years in a cramped rental home with flooding and health concerns, Rebellia and her four kids are eager to be on the path to homeownership. They are matched to the first of four houses donated by University of Michigan Health – Sparrow. Soon, they will be the first homeowner in the Eastfield neighborhood […]

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Lansing Intentional Communities and The Peoples Church of East Lansing announce partnership with Habitat for Humanity Capital Region to provide housing for adults with developmental disabilities.

Partnership Announcement | LINCS and The Peoples Church

November 18, 2024

Habitat for Humanity, Lansing Intentional Communities, and The Peoples Church Launch Partnership to Transform Unique Home LANSING, MI (November 23, 2024) – Habitat for Humanity Capital Region is kicking off a unique and impactful partnership with Lansing Intentional Communities (LINCS) and The Peoples Church of East Lansing to provide safe, affordable housing for adults with […]

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Carly's Home Base: Carly and her children pose for a photo in front of the new Habitat house.

Carly’s Home Base

November 7, 2024

Carly and her family lived in substandard rental housing for many years. Dealing with cramped spaces, inadequate heating, and safety concerns is not what Carly wanted for her kids at home. Instead, she was dreaming of creating a home base. Nevertheless, after working hard to rebuild her credit and career post-separation, Carly applied to the […]

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Jill's Energy Efficient Home Repairs: Habitat Repair Partner, Jill, stands in front of her recently repaired home.

Jill’s Energy Efficient Home Repairs

November 4, 2024

Jill has called her century-old house home for the last 30 years. But over the years, maintaining her house has become increasingly difficult. Jill lives with multiple sclerosis, a condition that makes it hard to keep up with home repairs. Additionally, the drafty windows, creaky doors, and rising heating bills each winter added to her […]

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Upcoming Events

Spring Clean with Habitat ReStores: Donate in May for a Coupon!

Donate in May to Receive a 15% Off Coupon It’s time for spring cleaning already? Don’t worry – Habitat ReStore is here to help! Donate your items to any ReStore location – Lansing, St. Johns, or Williamston – and receive a 15% off coupon for your next shopping trip. This coupon is good towards your…

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A women hangs up a clearance tag for the ReStore Sidewalk Sales.

ReStore Sidewalk Sale 2025

ReStore Sidewalk Sale Saturday, June 7, 2025 |  10 A.M. – 3 P.M. | Lansing, St. Johns, and Williamston ReStores Add to Google Calendar Get your summer shopping done for less (and support your favorite local thrift store – Habitat Capital Region ReStores!) when you shop the ReStore Sidewalk Sales on June 17, 2025. Event…

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