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A New Home: This Family’s Dream Becomes Reality The following quotes were conveyed through a translator and have been edited for clarity and accuracy. Hla Aye & Mee Mee are working hard to build a better life for their family, and that includes becoming homeowners. Through Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity’s Affordable Homeownership program, they are… Read more

From Hardship to Home: A New Beginning for May Nay Htoe and Ma Ka Lah The following quotes were conveyed through a translator and have been edited for clarity and accuracy. May Nay Htoe & Ma Ka Lah are ready to move out of their current rental and move into a safe, stable home. In… Read more

Laurel’s Hands-On Path to Stability Whether it is construction, hair, sports, decorating, school, or work, Laurel and her three sons are always doing something hands-on. Laurel works as a child care subsidy specialist for the state of Wisconsin and also braids, cuts, and colors hair.   “I’m a lead, so I work with our workers and… Read more

Powered by Positivity: Shannon’s Path to Homeownership Shannon’s positivity radiates through every part of her life. It’s felt by her daycare class, her 11-year-old son, her sister, nieces and nephews, and everyone that surrounds her.  As a single mom who is passionate about working with children, her life is dedicated to uplifting youth and creating… Read more

Video by GE HealthCare Giannis Antetokounmpo and Family Help Build Milwaukee Habitat Home On May 29th, Giannis Antetokounmpo and his family, volunteers from the Charles Antetokounmpo Family Foundation, and volunteers from GE HealthCare rolled up their sleeves alongside their Milwaukee neighbors to build a stronger, healthier community. Together, they helped build a Milwaukee Habitat home. View Photos: View Facebook… Read more

Together We Build: The Community Behind Alphonso’s New Home As Alphonso’s children explored the place they now call home, a joyful crowd of family, friends, and supporters gathered outside to celebrate a major milestone: the closing of Alphonso’s brand new home.  This moment was made possible by Alphonso’s determination and hard work, along with his… Read more

It Starts with a Yellow Door Janice’s home isn’t built yet, but one thing is for certain: it would have a bright yellow door that makes a statement before you even step inside. “I want a yellow door,” Janice said. “It makes a statement when you come inside.” Alongside Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity, Janice is… Read more

Brewers Players and Community Leaders Team Up to Build New Homes On May 19th, Brewers players Chad Patrick and Tyler Alexander teamed up with the Famous Racing Sausages, Milwaukee Brewers Community Foundation, Mayor Cavalier Johnson, County Executive David Crowley, and Prime Financial Credit Union to kick off construction on a new Milwaukee Habitat home. Watch… Read more

A New Beginning The following quotes were conveyed through a translator and have been edited for clarity and accuracy. After eight years of renting a small, aging house in Milwaukee, Lah Ku Htoo and Say Klo Wah are finally building a home of their own. It will be a safe, warm place where their five… Read more

Building a Home for Sunday Dinners Sherry envisions a safe and welcoming home where her children and grandchildren can gather for Sunday dinners. She pictures her grandchildren running around the yard and knows this dream will soon come true. In partnership with Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity, Sherry is investing in a brand-new home. It will… Read more