We are thrilled to announce that Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has received $247,108 in AmeriCorps funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency for volunteering and service programs.

This investment will support 26 AmeriCorps members total—22 at Twin Cities Habitat, and an additional 4 who will serve with other Habitat affiliates throughout Minnesota. AmeriCorps members in our program serve in three, six, or twelve-month positions. Without their dedicated service, Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the country would struggle to meet the needs of their communities.

It’s safe to say that Cindy Vahle is a jack of all trades— from working as a flight attendant to coordinating Children’s Hospital Health Unit, her resume is extremely impressive. When the position for Intake Associate became available at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, there was no doubt she could handle the role.

When Jessa’s friends and family would ask what she planned do with a degree in English, she answered that she’d love to work for a nonprofit like Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. Now, as a Financial Coach and Referral Administrator, Jessa is an integral part of Twin Cities Habitat’s homeownership program expansion.

By Julia Brauchle
Twin Cities Habitat staff

Amid coffee, pizza, a Velcro wall, live music, and giveaways from local businesses, hundreds of members of the University of Minnesota community came together on April 13^th to celebrate 60K Day, a day dedicated to raising funds and awareness for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.  

Wow, we did it!

We are incredibly grateful to all those who came to Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala this past Saturday, April 8th. More than 850 people arrived in their construction couture at the St. Paul RiverCentre to celebrate. The evening was filled with positive energy, as we came together and supported Habitat's mission. 

At this week's Habitat for Humanity International Conference, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity received a genuine honor: we were selected as one of 23 organizations recognized by Habitat for Humanity International as an “Affiliate of Distinction.” Out of over 1,300 Habitat affiliates nation-wide, Twin Cities Habitat is the only affiliate recognized from Minnesota, and one of only three affiliates recognized of comparable size.

We’re only a few weeks away from the biggest party of the year — Hard Hat & Black Tie, one of the premier Twin Cities galas! Here at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, we’re gearing up for this exceptional evening of raising resources for our work and sharing our mission with our guests. Every year the auction is a highlight of this fundraising event and this year is no different. With the help of numerous generous donors, we’ve gathered fabulous live and silent auction items. Check out this live auction preview of some of what we have in store so you can get ready to start bidding! You can also view our full silent auction catalog here.

Not attending the event but want to bid on a live auction item? Contact Bryanna Nagan via email or at 612-305-7108 to place a remote bid.

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity added ten new members to its Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting and Dinner on Tuesday, February 28, 2017.

“You decide. I guide.”

That’s Adade’s motto when coaching families through the Habitat homeownership process.

Guest Blog by Krisi Johnson
HYPN Committee Member

Thick rubber snow boots, parkas and mittens do not often make up the attire of working
professionals in most of the country, but in Minneapolis, neither snow nor icy roads will keep
young professionals away from happy hour at a brewery in January.