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Was it Love at First Site?

Guest blog by Jackie Peak, Senior Engagement Associate Think back to the first moment you stepped on a Habitat construction site. Your work boots...

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When is Aging in Place the Right Choice? Husband and wife at home – Twin Cities Habitat

When is Aging in Place Right for You or Your Loved One?

The decision to live at home as an older adult can be a difficult one for loved ones, caretakers, and most of all, seniors themselves. That's why...

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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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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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Celebrating Women Build 2020 [VIDEO]

Guest blog by Shelby Schmidt, Senior Engagement Associate WOW, we made it! With 2020 behind us, it’s time to celebrate the incredible work of our...

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Maddie painting a doorframe at a Habitat home.

Service is Our Antidote to Hopelessness

Guest blog by Maddie Christy, Construction Volunteer Facilitator and AmeriCorps Service Member Following my sophomore year of college, I spent a...

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John Walbrun, Chair of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors

A Message from Habitat Board Chair John Walbrun

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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Partnering to Support North Minneapolis Businesses

Small business owners can be the lifeblood of a community, but 2020 was particularly challenging for this group. That’s why Twin Cities Habitat is...

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