Nadine’s Home Repair
A few years ago, Nadine woke up to water cascading onto her bed through her ceiling fan due to a leaky roof. Despite investing in a significant roof repair, she felt it was not fixed correctly.
Her respite was short-lived. Shingles in the same troublesome spot loosened, revealing that her entire roof, down to the decking, required a complete overhaul. Memories of her similar predicament years prior flooded back…
The Housing Affordability Crisis
There are not enough housing units, regardless of income. As stagnant wages fail to keep pace with the soaring costs of housing, the promise of affordable shelter slips further away.
On top of the shortage of homes, high mortgage interest rates are binding homeowners to their properties. This reduces the already limited options for those in need, driving up prices for everyone…
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Three Impactful Ways to Give
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. We need your support to make it happen.
Three impactful, unique ways to give back…
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ReStore Sidewalk Sales Raise Over 10% of Monthly Goal
The Habitat for Humanity ReStores in Lansing, St. Johns, and Williamston kicked off summer with a splash! On June 1st, 2024, the ReStores hosted an Indoor Sidewalk Sale – featuring 50% off a wide range of clearance items, 20% off everything else in the store, and the opportunity to win a $50 and $25 gift certificate.
Hoping to score a deal on items for their home improvement projects, ReStore customers flocked to the checkout. The proceeds from purchases totaled up to…
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Women Build 2024
A local family is one step closer to their dream of homeownership! This is thanks to the efforts of 96 local women and volunteers who donated their time and energy to build a new house during Habitat for Humanity Capital Region’s Women Build, May 13-17, 2024. Over 700 volunteer hours transformed every aspect of the home.
During Women Build, volunteers take action to empower other women. They assist families in building strength and…
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Five Volunteers Recognized at the Heart of Habitat 2024
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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