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Blake MacKenzie

Blake MacKenzie's journey with Habitat began in 2013, and in that time he's worked as a Development Assistant Intern, Advocacy Intern, Development Associate, and is now the Communications Specialist. Prior to Habitat, he graduated from Concordia College in Moorhead with majors in English Writing and Biology and a minor in Chemistry, and worked as a Community Organizer. He's an avid reader, makes a good risotto, and enjoys the great outdoors.

Deborah's family

20+ Years of Warmth and Love in Deborah's Habitat Home

Deborah has fond memories of her childhood. Her mom was a natural host, and her home was always filled with people. Friends, family, neighbors—anyone and everyone was welcome at Deborah’s mom’s place. “She was like a counselor to our friends,”...

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Top 6 Habitat New Year's Resolutions

Start Your Year Right with these 6 Habitat Resolutions

2022 is in full swing, and if you're the type of person who likes to have some New Year's Resolutions, we've got some great ideas for your...

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Father with his smiling son.

Ideas to Bring the Family Together over the Holidays

During the holiday season, do you look forward to or dread the family table conversations? If you fall into the latter category (even if you don't),...

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Deborah in her Habitat home in front of a wall with lots of photos

What We're Grateful For

This year, like the year before it, has been incredibly challenging for most of us. That's why it's wonderful to have traditions like Thanksgiving...

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Habitat homeowner Deborah and her family in a big group hug.

Your Guide to Simple, Successful Fundraising

You probably see them whenever you log into Facebook: fundraisers. You see your friends raising money for their favorite causes on their birthday, to...

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Carla holding her final home payment check.

Habitat Homeowner Celebrates Paying Off Her Mortgage

At Habitat, we often say that receiving the keys to your new home is the exciting beginning of your homeownership journey. But an equally important...

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Hope Builders Virtual Fundraising Luncheon FAQs

The 10th Annual Virtual Hope Builders Fundraising Luncheon is just around the corner! Join us on Thursday, October 7 at noon for an inspiring...

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Hard Hat & Black Tie Virtual Gala on Saturday, April 24

Virtual Hard Hat & Black Tie FAQs

Are you ready to create homes from the comfort of yours? Our (virtual) Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala is coming up on Saturday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m.!

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 The Olson family and friends volunteering together on the home they sponsored. Karen is in the middle (pink shirt), with David next to her (blue shirt).

Karen and David Bring Family and Friends Together for Home Sponsorship

Throughout January, we're showering gratitude on all the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity supporters who make our mission possible. We call it...

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Dr. Lewis

Mapping Disinvestment & Displacement: A Conversation with Dr. Brittany Lewis

This blog is part of our Race & Housing series. Click here to learn more about this series and why it's important. If you looked at a map of...

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