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Architect's rendering of The Heights housing development on St. Paul's East Side

What the TIF?

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...

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St. Paul Redlining Map

Breaking Down Systemic Inequality in Voting and Housing for Black Americans

For generations, state and local governments systematically denied Black Americans access to educational resources and opportunities. It happened...

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Idil Dirie Reflects on Her Capitol Pathways Internship

Guest Blog by Idil Dirie, Twin Cities Habitat's Capitol Pathways intern for 2023 Capitol Pathways provides access to policymaking and public service...

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Twin Cities Habitat advocates on the front steps of the Minnesota Capitol

The Historic 2023 MN Legislative Session

The 2023 Legislative Session in Minnesota was nothing short of groundbreaking. Twin Cities Habitat advocates were able to gather in person for the...

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A lawmaker and a constituent talk with each other about legislation

How Advocacy Can Advance Racial Equity in Housing

Co-written by Emily Kirkevold and Muluk Eltag, Policy & Advocacy Coordinators The Twin Cities' housing shortage has caused rising housing prices and...

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A woman stands in the open doorway of her home

We Need a Constitutional Amendment for Housing

Everything starts at home. Your health. Your education. Your wealth-building. Your sense of support and stability. If you have a stable, affordable...

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Habitat supporters meeting with a legislator at the state capitol.

Habitat's Legislative Priorities for 2023

Guest Blog by Idil Dirie, Capitol Pathways Intern Each year, hundreds of families partner with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity through our...

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Twin Cities Habitat staff stand in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Twin Cities Habitat Takes on Washington D.C.!

Every year, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity joins affiliates from across the country to advocate for affordable homeownership. This year marked the...

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Advocacy Update: 2023 City Budgets

The end of the year means many things, but a forgotten part is the passage of our city budgets for the new year! Every December, the cities of...

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Advocacy Update: Twin Cities Habitat's Local Priorities

In addition to advocating at the federal and state levels, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity works to advocate for our affordable homeownership...

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