Looking Back at Fiscal Year 2023
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…
Manifesting Home
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 | Donor Spotlight
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…
Remembering Jane Johnson
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…
Michigan Homeowner of the Year
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…
Barriers to Homeownership
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…
Upcoming Events
Mario & Minerva’s Home Dedication
You’re invited to join Habitat Capital Region in celebrating Mario and Minerva, and their new home! The Habitat Home Dedication Ceremony with the homebuyer family will take place at Mario and Minerva’s future home: June 17, 202612 PM – 2 PM 4520 Ingham StreetLansing, MI 48911 The event celebrates the Habitat homebuyers – Mario and…
ReStore Sidewalk Sale
ReStore Sidewalk Sale Friday, June 5, 2026 |Â 9 A.M. – 6 P.M. | Saturday, June 6, 2026 |Â 10 A.M. – 3 P.M. | Lansing and Williamston ReStores Add to Google Calendar Get your summer shopping done for less – and support Habitat Capital Region – when you shop the ReStore Sidewalk Sale on…
St. Johns ReStore Inventory Clearance Event
Help us expand our mission – and score 75% off all St. Johns inventory! You may already know that we are consolidating our ReStore operations into Lansing. Now, it’s time to take our first big step: clearing out our St. Johns ReStore! Starting Tuesday, May 12, everything in the St. Johns ReStore will be 75%…
Power of Home
You can make the Power of Home a reality for our neighbors. On April 7th, Habitat for Humanity Capital Region is kicking off the seventh annual Power of Home fundraising campaign in partnership with Consumers Energy and Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the state of Michigan. Starting April 7th, Consumers Energy will match your gifts…
Global Village Trip
At Habitat for Humanity, your safety is our priority. The current health crisis calls on all of us to make decisions that are not only in the best interest of Habitat’s ministry, but for the safety of our communities at large.