Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:15 AM on September 10, 2025
Thinking about buying your first home? You're not alone. But if you're like many potential homebuyers, you might have heard things about affordable housing programs that simply aren't true.
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Regina Eckes: 1:57 PM on September 4, 2025
For Catina, the Managing Director of the Koenig Jones Group at Baird, generosity is more than a value; it's a way of life. Her passion for affordable...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:27 AM on September 2, 2025
Closing on your first home can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Whether you're working with a traditional lender or exploring programs...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:15 AM on August 29, 2025
No one tells you how many plates a single parent has to keep spinning at once. Yet, behind every seemingly effortless juggle lies an ocean of mental...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:15 AM on August 24, 2025
The house seemed spacious during the walkthrough. That was before three generations started living in it.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 1:48 PM on August 13, 2025
At Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, our commitment to homeowners doesn’t end at closing. We want every Habitat homeowner to feel confident, capable,...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 1:05 PM on August 8, 2025
Every summer, during National Homeownership Month, we celebrate the creativity, resourcefulness, and joy of Habitat homeowners with our annual...
Eva Goldfarb: 2:47 PM on August 6, 2025
You’ve likely heard it in other blogs and echoed throughout our organization: there’s a lot that needs to come together for our work to get done. It...
Regina Eckes: 9:09 AM on August 4, 2025
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is preparing to sell our first homes at The Heights, a landmark development on St. Paul’s Greater East Side. It’s an...
Regina Eckes: 11:02 AM on July 28, 2025
At Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, we believe homeownership is about more than just getting the keys. It’s about setting families up for long-term...
Amy Weiss: 4:55 PM on July 23, 2025
In May 2025, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity staff, supporters, and volunteers went to Guatemala for a Global Village build week. Keep reading to...
Amy Weiss: 9:38 AM on July 14, 2025
Randy, a retired pediatrician, has been volunteering with Twin Cities Habitat since 2010, but his journey to become a Regular Volunteer began many...
Regina Eckes: 2:07 PM on July 7, 2025
When Krista, a Twin Cities real estate agent, set out to find a nonprofit where she could make a meaningful impact, she knew it had to be a cause...
Blake MacKenzie: 9:00 AM on July 2, 2025
As a young teacher, Keon didn’t think homeownership would be attainable anytime soon. He was sharing a small apartment with his partner, Sharianna....
Aaron Lichtov: 4:13 PM on June 30, 2025
It’s not a coincidence that the two queer profiles we’re sharing this LGBTQ+ Pride Month mention “belonging.” It’s a fraught time to be part of the...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:06 AM on June 27, 2025
Photo: Hamida and her family sold their Habitat home after 12 years of building warm memories together. Homeownership is a fundamental part of...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:17 AM on June 24, 2025
Minnesota summers arrive like a long-awaited friend—brief, beautiful, and demanding our full attention. For families across our state, this time of...
Blake MacKenzie: 9:00 AM on June 19, 2025
This blog was originally published in 2023, and was updated in June 2025. The Open Road Fund is open for applications from June 19 to July 25, 2025....
Eva Goldfarb: 9:16 AM on June 13, 2025
Political environments are rarely static, but this year’s legislative session felt particularly different. The House was split for the first time...
Amy Weiss: 10:13 AM on June 12, 2025
Brenda's support for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity may have started small, yet it's only grown as she's become more involved. It all began more...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 10:00 AM on June 6, 2025
TCHFH Lending, Inc., the lending subsidiary of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, is pleased to announce a total of $1,000,000 in grants it has made...
Guest Blogger: 10:58 AM on June 4, 2025
Belonging and refuge are two solutions that come with a place to call home, and it is a promise that continually unfolds with Habitat for Humanity....
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:00 AM on May 30, 2025
As exciting as the homebuying journey can be, many first-time homebuyers find themselves amid real estate lingo and jargon that they've never heard...
Regina Eckes: 10:00 AM on May 29, 2025
We love June around here because it's National Homeownership Month! Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is proud to celebrate this time dedicated to...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 3:07 PM on May 27, 2025
Minnesota summers are precious but demanding. We cherish those brief warm months, but they bring unique challenges for homeowners: intense humidity...
Guest Blogger: 1:09 PM on May 23, 2025
Guest Blog by Hamza Mahamud, Twin Cities Habitat's Capitol Pathways Intern for 2025 Capitol Pathways provides access to policymaking and public...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 2:02 PM on May 16, 2025
You might be thinking: "Homeownership? Me? Right now?" When you're already stretching every dollar and minute as a single parent, adding a mortgage...
Amy Weiss: 1:41 PM on May 14, 2025
Julie’s volunteer journey with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore Home Improvement Outlets started when she retired in 2020. Soon after, she...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 12:54 PM on May 8, 2025
Finding the perfect neighborhood for your family can feel overwhelming, especially when you're balancing tight budgets, work responsibilities, and...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:59 AM on May 5, 2025
We are excited to welcome Catherine Penkert as the new Chief of Staff at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. Catherine joins Twin Cities Habitat with...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 12:01 PM on May 1, 2025
When the letter arrives about your new fence needing approval or removing your basketball hoop, those three letters—HOA—take on new significance for...
Guest Blogger: 9:14 AM on April 28, 2025
Guest blog written by AmeriCorps member Fran Zyla. This March, Twin Cities Habitat’s AmeriCorps cohort traveled to Asheville, NC, for their spring...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 11:17 AM on April 24, 2025
You've been in your Habitat developed home for a few years now, and you're thinking about a big improvement—like finishing that basement, adding a...
Amy Weiss: 11:39 AM on April 21, 2025
About 15 years ago, Paul was working as an orthopedic surgeon at Park Nicollet. When a group of coworkers invited him to attend a Twin Cities Habitat...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:00 AM on April 19, 2025
This April marks Twin Cities Habitat’s 40th Anniversary as an affiliate! In the last 40 years, more than 2,000 Twin Cities families have achieved...
Blake MacKenzie: 1:37 PM on April 18, 2025
What do you do for your birthday? Do you have a big party? Do you have a special dinner with friends or family? Do you use it as an excuse to do...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:22 AM on April 14, 2025
For so many potential homeowners, the jump to homeownership feels like a major financial leap. Will your bank account survive those monthly payments?...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:40 AM on April 11, 2025
AmeriCorps service members play a big part in the home-building success of Twin Cities Habitat. Each year, new cohorts sign up for 3- to 6-month...
Aaron Lichtov: 12:00 PM on April 10, 2025
The Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala is just around the corner - Saturday, April 26, is nearly upon us! Get excited to bid on some incredible auction items...
Aaron Lichtov: 11:00 AM on April 9, 2025
Are you ready for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's biggest party of the year? Our Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala is coming up on Saturday, April 26, and...
Eva Goldfarb: 10:59 AM on April 2, 2025
Have you ever felt frustrated by issues with your Homeowners' Association (HOA)? Or, if you’re on the board of your HOA, have you had difficulties...
Regina Eckes: 2:15 PM on March 26, 2025
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has partnered with Framework Homeownership to launch a custom homebuyer education program tailored specifically for...
Amy Weiss: 12:43 PM on March 25, 2025
One year ago, in spring 2024, Twin Cities Habitat announced a new program for homeowners and homebuyers: Volunteer and Learn with Habitat. This...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 3:48 PM on March 18, 2025
Buying a home comes with many different expenses to consider.
Guest Blogger: 11:28 AM on March 14, 2025
Habitat for Humanity’s work expands outside of the Twin Cities into nearly 70 countries around the world. As part of this work, Twin Cities Habitat...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:30 AM on March 11, 2025
If you're weighing your homebuying options, you might be wondering whether to invest in a starter home now or wait until you can afford your forever...
Blake MacKenzie: 2:52 PM on March 6, 2025
March is Women's History Month! Here at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, one way we're celebrating is by taking a look back at some of the inspiring...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:48 AM on February 27, 2025
Preparing and filing your taxes can be one of the most challenging parts of homeownership, but there are resources to help homeowners. A Volunteer...
Guest Blogger: 7:43 AM on February 25, 2025
Guest blog by Laura Oyen, Public Funding Coordinator at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
Eva Goldfarb: 9:00 AM on February 21, 2025
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity just returned from Habitat on the Hill in Washington, DC, for our annual conference and hill day with affiliates...
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Regina Eckes: 11:53 AM on February 20, 2025
Several years before adopting our new Strategic Plan: Build Forward Together, Twin Cities Habitat began seeking creative solutions to bridge the...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:00 AM on February 16, 2025
Congratulations–you’re about to be a homeowner! While this milestone brings excitement and pride, it also comes with a unique set of challenges that...
Guest Blogger: 11:32 AM on February 13, 2025
Guest blog by Donte Curtis, Owner/Lead Consultant of Catch Your Dream Consulting Happy Black History Month! When it comes to Diversity, Equity and...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 11:09 AM on February 7, 2025
Blog contributions from Laura Miller, DEI Manager at Twin Cities Habitat Black History Month is more than a time to reflect—it’s an opportunity to...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 11:05 AM on February 5, 2025
Our Build Forward Together strategic plan is more than words on paper—it’s a bold vision for a vibrant, equitable Twin Cities community. This...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:45 AM on January 31, 2025
The Board of Directors at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity welcomes three new board members. The new cohort joins as the organization celebrates its...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:32 AM on January 27, 2025
In a world where the definition of wealth is often equated with financial portfolios and luxurious lifestyles, a quiet revolution is taking place.
Regina Eckes: 9:13 AM on January 17, 2025
Bridgette was on cloud nine when she closed on her home in summer 2024. As a participant of Twin Cities Habitat’s Advancing Black Homeownership...
Eva Goldfarb: 3:44 PM on January 14, 2025
Like many of us, you might feel like you’re still adjusting to the new year—but for our state lawmakers, it’s time to jump right in. The 2025...
Guest Blogger: 9:57 AM on January 10, 2025
Nash Shaikh is Chair Emeritus of the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors. We're immensely grateful for Nash's leadership, enthusiasm,...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:38 AM on January 8, 2025
The start of a new year provides an opportunity to pause, reflect on the past, and plan for the future. This month, take some time to outline your...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 4:46 PM on January 5, 2025
A home inspection is a vital part of the homebuying process. While the excitement of purchasing a new home can often lead to rush decisions...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 4:59 PM on December 30, 2024
January 10, 2025 Update: Honoring a Life of Service Habitat for Humanity is celebrating President Carter’s life of service with local observances and...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 1:32 PM on December 30, 2024
Thinking about buying your first home in 2025? While your personal finances play a crucial role, external factors like mortgage rates, home...
Aaron Lichtov: 9:00 AM on December 26, 2024
The concept that grew into Habitat for Humanity was developed in the mid-1960s by a multiracial group of farmers in a Christian intentional...
Eva Goldfarb: 9:30 AM on December 19, 2024
Every year, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity engages in advocacy at the local levels as Minneapolis and St. Paul go through their budget cycles. For...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 12:05 PM on December 18, 2024
It's no secret that the 2024 Carter Work Project was made possible because of amazing homeowners, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, staff, and other...
Amy Weiss: 10:13 AM on December 16, 2024
In 2024, a volunteer group from St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church helped rehab a home in St. Paul. You may already know that volunteers help build and...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:49 AM on December 12, 2024
Calling all Minnesotans! Now that the weather is colder and the days are shorter, do you find yourself looking for activities to fill the time?...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 12:08 PM on December 9, 2024
Hosting the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project created a huge boost for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s development at The Heights on St....
Blake MacKenzie: 10:01 AM on December 5, 2024
You might meet Michelle running karaoke on Friday nights at the Wayzata American Legion. Or if you are lucky enough, you will get to taste her...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 7:34 AM on November 30, 2024
There are several things you can do to winterize your home and ease the financial toll of winter. Some of them cost money upfront, but you’ll save...
Regina Eckes: 8:00 AM on November 22, 2024
Looking for stocking stuffers or smaller gifts this holiday season? Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore Outlets have lots of options for the...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 12:00 PM on November 18, 2024
While this might seem too good to be true, it's not! Thanks to the newly created State Housing Tax Credit (SHTC) and Contribution Fund, you can...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 5:21 PM on November 13, 2024
Buying a home can be an exciting experience–and a confusing one.
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Amy Weiss: 11:11 AM on November 7, 2024
Have you ever wondered how you can support Twin Cities Habitat on and off the build site? Steve is an excellent example of the many ways to get...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 3:19 PM on November 5, 2024
Owning a home is a significant goal for many people. It’s a big step–the biggest single investment most people will ever make. Understanding how to...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:57 AM on November 1, 2024
When you purchase a home with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, you're not just buying a house; you're investing in a model that ensures homes remain...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 7:00 AM on October 25, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Beth Pfeifer has joined Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity as the new Vice President of Land Development. As a licensed...
Amy Weiss: 9:31 AM on October 23, 2024
Jack has been a Twin Cities Habitat volunteer for a long time—39 years, to be exact. In 1984, a Habitat group from Georgia came to his church to...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:48 AM on October 22, 2024
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, getting pre-approved for a mortgage is the first step to becoming a homeowner. But just because you’re pre-approved...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 2:11 PM on October 17, 2024
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 4:15 PM on October 15, 2024
The recent Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project was nothing short of extraordinary. From September 29 through October 4, more than 4,000 people...
Guest Blogger: 10:37 AM on October 10, 2024
Tonia Brinston, a Certified Financial Educator and CEO of SLAP (Sounds Like A Plan) Financial Consulting LLC, works to interrupt generational poverty...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:31 AM on October 7, 2024
Dreaming of your own home with a yard, open kitchen, or a garage for your car? Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's Homeownership Program can help turn...
Eva Goldfarb: 9:30 AM on October 5, 2024
Election Day is officially one month away, so it’s time to make a voting plan. In theory, voting should be a simple and easy process. Register,...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 12:38 PM on October 1, 2024
At Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, we're bringing people together to create, preserve, and promote affordable homeownership and advance racial...
Blake MacKenzie: 2:48 PM on September 25, 2024
Since Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1985, more than 1,900 families have bought safe, stable, affordable homes with Habitat...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:43 AM on September 23, 2024
Sometimes, despite our best efforts, life doesn’t turn out the way we planned. If a catastrophic event occurs to you, your loved ones might be left...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 8:57 AM on September 20, 2024
Most Habitat for Humanity supporters first encounter our work by volunteering on a build site. Corey Sauer is no different. What’s different about...
Guest Blogger: 9:19 AM on September 18, 2024
Guest blog by Laura Oyen, Public Funding Coordinator at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. What does it take to get ready for a big, historic event...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 2:58 PM on September 16, 2024
Soon 4,000 volunteers will gather in the Twin Cities for the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project! From September 29 to October 4, this weeklong...
Aaron Lichtov: 4:22 PM on September 12, 2024
Twin Cities Habitat is throwing a fantastic party on October 1, and you’re invited! We’ll be celebrating the 2024 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work...
Aaron Lichtov: 2:46 PM on September 6, 2024
Our work has always been grounded in our values: community, equity, innovation. Hosting the 2024 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project has given us...
Amy Weiss: 9:03 AM on September 5, 2024
Growing up in Chicago, Bridgette was close with her grandmother, called Big Momma, and often visited her small lower-level duplex (owned by her...
Jackie Moore: 10:18 AM on August 28, 2024
Late summer in Minnesota brings heat, cicadas, and humidity. The average humidity in Minnesota is typically highest from September to February,...
Blake MacKenzie: 9:53 AM on August 22, 2024
Over 17,000 volunteers make Twin Cities Habitat’s mission come to life each year, and there are probably 17,000 unique reasons why they choose to...
Eva Goldfarb: 11:25 AM on August 20, 2024
There are many ways to help advance affordable homeownership. If you are familiar with our work at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, you probably...
Blake MacKenzie: 12:00 PM on August 18, 2024
As we rapidly approach the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project taking place right here in the Twin Cities, we're taking a moment to focus on...
Aidan Kelly: 5:30 PM on August 14, 2024
Meet Kate Hill, an AmeriCorps alumni. Kate originally joined AmeriCorps for the summer term while she was working on her undergraduate degree in...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 2:50 PM on August 8, 2024
Merchandise for the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project is now available! Check out the variety of items we have featuring the official Carter Work...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 11:23 AM on August 5, 2024
You’re invited to Twin Cities Habitat’s biggest celebration of the year, the Build Forward Bash! Join us at The Armory in Minneapolis as we celebrate...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:01 AM on August 2, 2024
When you're ready to make an offer on your first house, you need to pull out all the stops to grab the seller's attention and solidify that deal! In...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:37 AM on August 2, 2024
Every May, history teacher Charlie Grossman and his juniors and seniors from Breck School embark on a two-week journey that impacts both the students...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:09 AM on July 29, 2024
Shopping for your first homeis an exciting experience. After all, it's the first place you can call your own! While finding a house that you're happy...
Guest Blogger: 12:00 PM on July 26, 2024
Guest blog co-authored by Emily Kirkevold, Government Affairs Manager, and Mike Robertson, A Brush with Kindness Program Manager For the Twin Cities...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 3:46 PM on July 15, 2024
Buying your first home is an exciting journey, but it can also be overwhelming. To help you navigate the process smoothly, we've compiled a list of...
Amy Weiss: 10:16 AM on July 11, 2024
Les started volunteering with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity in 1996 while working as a registered nurse at Abbott Northwestern hospital. Dennis,...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 2:20 PM on July 10, 2024
Almost everyone has heard of Habitat for Humanity—which is great! But sometimes we discover that there can be misconceptions about what we do, how we...
Blake MacKenzie: 8:30 AM on June 28, 2024
In early 2024, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity launched an innovative new program for Habitat homeowners called Volunteer and Learn. This program...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:08 AM on June 26, 2024
Buying a house can be one of the most exciting times in your life, especially if it’s your first home! It can also be overwhelming if you do not feel...
Aaron Lichtov: 3:45 PM on June 24, 2024
Since 1985, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has partnered with more than 1,800 homeowners in 100 cities all across the metro area. But this summer...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 11:59 AM on June 21, 2024
Get excited! The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project is just 100 days away. We couldn’t be more honored and thrilled...
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Aaron Lichtov: 12:58 PM on June 20, 2024
St. Paul, MN June 20, 2024—Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has been named a 2024 Top Workplace “National Standard Setter” by the Star Tribune. A...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 9:00 AM on June 12, 2024
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity begins site work this week and house construction later this month at The Heights on the East Side of St. Paul. Over...
Amy Weiss: 12:47 PM on June 10, 2024
Photo: Chris (center) volunteering at an event. "I love building things—I've been doing it ever since I was a kid," said Chris, a retired...
Eva Goldfarb: 3:52 PM on June 5, 2024
After a few busy months, Minnesota’s legislative session has come to an end. Twin Cities Habitat was active in this year’s legislative process...
Blake MacKenzie: 1:25 PM on May 30, 2024
Habitat for Humanity International was founded in 1976 on the concept of “partnership housing,” where those in need of shelter worked side-by-side...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:16 AM on May 28, 2024
Have you completed the Program Eligibility Questionnaire and received an email notifying you that you're eligible for the Twin Cities Habitat for...
Guest Blogger: 9:15 AM on May 23, 2024
Guest Blog by Tania Chappell, Twin Cities Habitat's Capitol Pathways Intern for 2024 Capitol Pathways provides access to policymaking and public...
Amy Weiss: 11:27 AM on May 17, 2024
Kathleen’s 35-year career as a chemical engineer with 3M connected her to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. But the vision of an equitable Twin...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 11:56 AM on May 13, 2024
Homeownership has long been considered a foundation for success, and for good reason.
Aidan Kelly: 4:30 PM on May 10, 2024
“Life feels like you're constantly getting knocked down and to stand up for that one moment and get those keys—that was everything to me." – Kenisha,...
Guest Blogger: 10:30 AM on May 10, 2024
Guest Blog by Robyn Lodahl, HR Coordinator, and Blake MacKenzie, Communications Specialist It takes everyone to make Twin Cities Habitat for...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:00 AM on May 1, 2024
Although Karin O’Connor stated “It’s not about me, it’s about the whole community coming together to make a difference,” this article is actually...
Blake MacKenzie: 3:00 PM on April 30, 2024
Angela’s Journey with Habitat’s Advancing Black Homeownership Program “I feel like I’m finally living!” Angela Gladney exclaims, summing up all the...
Regina Eckes: 3:23 PM on April 29, 2024
Excitement for the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project is ramping up among staff, sponsors, and volunteers. For many of us, Carter Work Project...
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Amy Weiss: 9:22 AM on April 26, 2024
Owen is pictured above, fourth from the right in the back row. When Owen, a commercial electrician by trade, retired in 2013, he knew he needed...
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Amy Weiss: 10:20 AM on April 24, 2024
Women's History Month may have been in March, but women make a difference all year long at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. By sharing their...
Regina Eckes: 3:07 PM on April 19, 2024
While Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity works to create, preserve, and promote affordable housing in the metro area, we’re also one of the leaders in...
Guest Blogger: 4:00 PM on April 12, 2024
This guest blog post by Tiffani Daniels is part two of a four-part blog series about our partnership with the Minnesota Business Coalition for Racial...
Aidan Kelly: 5:30 PM on April 11, 2024
In order to show our appreciation for our awesome AmeriCorps members, we talked to some AmeriCorps alumni to learn more about their service...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 2:49 PM on April 11, 2024
One of the benefits of making monetary or physical donations (besides the warm fuzzy feeling you get) is the ability to claim a tax deduction.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:26 AM on April 8, 2024
If you're beginning the journey of buying your first home, it is critical to have an understanding of employment requirements to be eligible for a...
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Blake MacKenzie: 3:16 PM on April 4, 2024
After 10 years of faithful service, my husband Greg’s beloved car was nearing the end. A growing fuel leak prompted us to bring it into the shop,...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 12:02 PM on March 22, 2024
Andersen Corporation, a longtime supporter of Habitat for Humanity, has announced its commitment as the first Diamond Sponsor of the 2024 Jimmy &...
Regina Eckes: 12:55 PM on March 21, 2024
Recent changes to utility rebates and tax incentives make now a great time for Habitat homeowners to explore going solar. The Low-Income Solar...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 11:55 AM on March 18, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Anna Peterson has joined Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity as the new Vice President of People and Culture. Anna joins...
Aaron Lichtov: 2:29 PM on March 14, 2024
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has a longstanding relationship with Mapping Prejudice, a project based at the University of Minnesota libraries...
Amy Weiss: 9:57 AM on March 13, 2024
During the summer of 2016, David spent quality time with his son by volunteering on a Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity build site in St. Paul....
Aidan Kelly: 1:00 PM on March 9, 2024
Twin Cities Rotary Eco Club is a group of Rotary Club members that focus on sustainable developments and projects in their community. They recently...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:13 AM on March 8, 2024
Each year, volunteers and supporters rally together as part of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build. The Women Build program creates an...
Eva Goldfarb: 3:32 PM on March 7, 2024
Every year, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity goes to Washington, DC for Habitat on the Hill. We meet with affiliates from across the country, share...
Kaitlyn Dormer: 9:00 AM on March 7, 2024
The Greater East Side of St. Paul is a vibrant community with plenty of small businesses, arts and culture organizations, and a strong and...
Aaron Lichtov: 10:01 AM on February 29, 2024
Twin Cities Habitat Partners with MBCRE to Advance Racial Equity in Minnesota’s Ecosystem: An Exclusive Interview with Tiffani Daniels, Managing...
Regina Eckes: 10:01 PM on February 28, 2024
Arlisa Bullock grew up in North Minneapolis and was an expert in backroads from the city all the way up to Coon Rapids and Anoka. She knew about Twin...
Aidan Kelly: 4:45 PM on February 28, 2024
Looking for creative ways to get ready for the warm weather that is coming our way? This edition of the Restore Recap has plenty of ideas, including...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 11:00 AM on February 23, 2024
The Board of Directors at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity welcomes nine new board members this week. The new cohort joins as the organization...
Regina Eckes: 2:30 PM on February 20, 2024
Meet Jenny Sanford, Twin Cities Habitat’s new Homeowner Engagement Manager! Jenny's role is to help current Habitat homeowners stay connected to our...
Guest Blogger: 4:26 PM on February 16, 2024
Guest blog by Pearll Warren, Financial Coaching Manager In a world where money talks, financial trauma in the Black community often shouts the...
Guest Blogger: 12:22 PM on February 12, 2024
Guest blog by Jen LaCroix, Open Market Lending Manager, TCHFH Lending, Inc
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Eva Goldfarb: 4:51 PM on February 7, 2024
Minnesota’s 2024 legislative session starts on February 12, and Twin Cities Habitat is ready to dive in to advocate for affordable homeownership....
Regina Eckes: 4:51 PM on February 2, 2024
A January 2024 article by NPR reported on a study that found housing is now unaffordable for a record half of all U.S. renters. When we focus on...
Blake MacKenzie: 4:11 PM on January 30, 2024
“Shh…can you hear that peace?” Sitting in James Hargon’s home, you can’t tell it’s in the middle of Minneapolis. It’s quiet. The space is bright and...
Regina Eckes: 4:19 PM on January 26, 2024
"Habitat needs to show up differently in community." That’s what Shereese Turner said when she joined Twin Cities Habitat to lead Programs & Services...
Jackie Moore: 3:08 PM on January 24, 2024
How have you been spending your first month of 2024 so far? If you're looking for fresh new DIY ideas to get started on those resolutions, look no...
Guest Blogger: 9:13 AM on January 23, 2024
Guest blog by StoryTeller Media + Communications
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:15 AM on January 18, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Cecile Bedor has joined Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity as the new Chief Real Estate Officer. Prior to joining...
Amy Weiss: 1:54 PM on January 17, 2024
When Michael retired from his 35-year career as a pediatric nurse anesthetist at Children’s Minnesota, he knew he still wanted to be active and give...
Guest Blogger: 9:45 AM on January 11, 2024
Guest blog by Sydney Schulz Project Funding Associate
Regina Eckes: 1:01 PM on January 5, 2024
In order to build 17 Harrison Townhomes by summer of 2024, Twin Cities Habitat needed a new approach to how we utilize subcontractors and volunteers....
Guest Blogger: 8:00 AM on January 5, 2024
Guest blog by Paul Delahunt Chair, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:12 PM on January 4, 2024
Despite rising mortgage rates, high inflation, stock market volatility, and broader economic uncertainty, the housing market has shown remarkable...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:34 AM on January 2, 2024
Buying a home can be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. Homeowners have the chance to build wealth as they pay off their home loans. Plus, a...
Jackie Moore: 11:00 AM on December 22, 2023
Whether you want to get out of the house and volunteer or make your space more joyful and creative, you can do both of these things and stay warm and...
Emily Kirkevold: 3:15 PM on December 20, 2023
December marks the end of the year and the passage of city budgets. Earlier this month, the Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul reached the end of...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:30 AM on December 18, 2023
Deciding what you want in your house is one of the most exciting things about shopping for your first home.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 1:45 PM on December 15, 2023
There’s a first time for everything. Buying your first home is exciting—but it can also be overwhelming.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 12:47 PM on December 11, 2023
They say it’s better to give than to receive.
Aaron Lichtov: 12:32 PM on December 8, 2023
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Black Men Teach (BMT)—designed to provide pathways to homeownership...
Blake MacKenzie: 1:40 PM on December 6, 2023
“I never would have thought that a single person with my income working in education would be able to buy a house,” Lindsay says. It’s a situation...
Jackie Moore: 1:08 PM on November 28, 2023
As we all start spending more time inside, you may be wondering what projects you can do while staying nice and warm. You'll find plenty of ideas in...
Blake MacKenzie: 12:35 PM on November 21, 2023
Editor's note: This piece was updated in 2023 to contain the latest resources related to Twin Cities Habitat homeownership.
Emily Kirkevold: 10:59 AM on November 17, 2023
The St. Paul City Council recently voted to overhaul the city's zoning code, earning St. Paul the distinction of being one of the few cities in the...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 8:39 AM on November 14, 2023
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity works with a lot more people than you may think.
Blake MacKenzie: 9:00 AM on November 11, 2023
It’s time for Give to the Max, Minnesota’s great give-together! On November 16, 2023, generous donors like you all across Minnesota will give to...
Guest Blogger: 8:55 AM on November 9, 2023
Guest blog by Steven Stinson, Jr. Loan Officer
Greta Gaetz: 1:40 PM on November 8, 2023
What do you think about when you hear the word advocacy? For some people, advocacy might sound broad, unfamiliar, and even intimidating. Twin Cities...
Guest Blogger: 1:10 PM on November 8, 2023
Guest blog by Pearll Warren, Homeowner Development Manager at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity The holiday season is upon us, bringing joy, laughter,...
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Aidan Kelly: 4:43 PM on November 7, 2023
Paul and Sue McNelly got started volunteering with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity in March of 2022 after talking with one of Sue's colleagues while...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:14 AM on November 2, 2023
Volunteering with others is fun—and good for us. In fact, according to Mayo Clinic, one of the top benefits of volunteering is new or strengthened...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 4:58 PM on November 1, 2023
On a crisp fall day in October, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity homeowners, volunteers, donors, and staff gathered for the first Home Celebration...
Blake MacKenzie: 11:18 AM on October 25, 2023
Monisha Washington-Richard served on Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s Black Homeownership Advisory Council, which was made up of Habitat...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 3:12 PM on October 23, 2023
Giving back to your community is far more than a charitable act, it is part of a profound personal journey.
Jackie Moore: 10:00 AM on October 21, 2023
The leaves on the trees are vibrant, there’s a crisp breeze in the air, and winter is right around the corner. Make the most of the remaining weeks...
Aaron Lichtov: 1:58 PM on October 20, 2023
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) works in more than 70 countries worldwide. As a local affiliate of HFHI, Twin Cities Habitat has five...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 10:17 AM on October 17, 2023
You've likely heard the term “Volunteer Time Off” thrown around in recent years as it has dramatically grown in popularity as a benefit employers are...
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Aidan Kelly: 3:00 PM on October 13, 2023
You may have noticed some Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Staff members tabling at recent community events this year such as Open Streets and the...
Emily Kirkevold: 10:15 AM on October 11, 2023
Ranked Choice Voting is growing in popularity both within Minnesota and across the country (see every place in the United States that uses Ranked...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:37 AM on October 9, 2023
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is honored to be named host of the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in fall 2024! During its nearly 40-year...
Aaron Lichtov: 4:04 PM on October 6, 2023
On Labor Day weekend this year, local organizers held a community barbecue to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop. Twin Cities Habitat for...
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 7:15 AM on September 29, 2023
Before the pandemic caused major upheaval in the housing market, fall and winter were often considered the best time to buy because of better prices....
Blake MacKenzie: 10:50 AM on September 27, 2023
“I’m going to find a place for my kids.” That’s what Carroll’s dad said whenever someone asked him why he was moving his family from Togo to the...
Jackie Moore: 3:17 PM on September 13, 2023
You've helped make ReStore so successful! We want to thank you for all the support you provide, whether by shopping, volunteering, or donating. Make...
Aaron Lichtov: 12:18 PM on September 8, 2023
In the last two weeks of August, more than 100 volunteers participated in the 9th annual Rainbow Build, which raises awareness for issues involving...
Amy Weiss: 11:16 AM on August 30, 2023
For regular volunteer Donna, serving at ReStore in New Brighton provides three things she believes everyone craves: novelty, familiarity, and...
Aidan Kelly: 12:52 PM on August 25, 2023
Moving is always difficult, whether you're moving to a new city or moving across the country. Several of Twin Cities Habitat's AmeriCorps members...
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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: 9:41 AM on August 21, 2023
Did you know that Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity offers a variety of rewarding volunteer opportunities beyond homebuilding?
Emily Kirkevold: 2:10 PM on August 18, 2023
The World of Tax Increment Financing—A Local Government Tool for Affordable Housing At Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, we’re always seeking new and...
Aidan Kelly: 6:15 PM on August 10, 2023
Serving as a Summer AmeriCorps member for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has a variety of benefits that you might not be aware of. Much like the...
