Sasha’s Emotional Journey To Homeownership Sasha’s emotional journey to become a first-time homeowner came to a conclusion in the Harambee neighborhood this month. As snow fell around Sasha and her family, a group of volunteers, friends and supporters joined together outside her newly constructed home. With giant scissors in hand, Sasha cut the welcome ribbon… Read more
ReStore donations help single mom find safe, affordable housing
ReStore donations help single mom find safe, affordable housing Habitat’s ReStore in Franklin will celebrate their 1 year anniversary later this month. To commemorate the anniversary they’re trying to reach $1 million in donations by Saturday, April 23rd. The proceeds from donations of gently used items are invested right into our community, helping families like… Read more
Help ReStore Franklin reach $1 million in donated items to celebrate their 1 year anniversary!
Help ReStore Franklin reach $1 million in donated items to celebrate their 1 year anniversary This month, Habitat’s ReStore in Franklin will celebrate their 1 year anniversary. To mark the anniversary they’re trying to reach $1 million in donations by Saturday, April 23rd. Milwaukee ReStore sells donated household items to the public at their three… Read more
ReStore Donations Help Couple Remake their Home
ReStore Donations Help Couple Remake their Home This month, Habitat’s ReStore in Franklin will celebrate their 1 year anniversary. To mark the anniversary they’re trying to reach $1 million in donations by Saturday, April 23rd. The proceeds from donations of gently used items are invested right into our community, helping families like Wellington and Denise…. Read more
A Neighborhood of Support
A Neighborhood of Support Michael Lewis has lived in his home for 40 years and some of his neighbors have lived there just as long. They created a community of support and work together to look out for each other, prevent crime, and create a positive neighborhood. Michael is currently dealing with numerous critical issues… Read more
Milwaukee Habitat receives transformational gift from MacKenzie Scott
Milwaukee Habitat gifted $5.75M to address affordable housing shortage in the city. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity, along with Habitat for Humanity International, and 83 U.S. Habitat affiliate organizations, recently received $436 million in unrestricted giving from American author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Of that, Milwaukee Habitat received $5.75M. This transformational donation will substantially help further… Read more
Happy 2022 Build Season!
Watch the video above to see part of the celebration! Happy 2022 Build Season! Last week, we officially kicked off our 37th year building in Milwaukee! Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Dan Bader, CEO of Bader Philanthropies, Inc., State Representative Kalan Haywood, Alderwoman Milele Coggs, future Habitat homeowner Channel, and volunteers from Milwaukee Tool and MGIC were… Read more
Thank you AmeriCorps members!
Thank you AmeriCorps members! This week we are celebrating our AmeriCorps members. AmeriCorps is a national service program that provides thousands of Americans of all ages and backgrounds with educational awards and living expenses in exchange for a year or two of community service. AmeriCorps members help meet the nation’s critical needs in areas of… Read more
“I love my home”
“I love my home” This special edition of Good News Tues. features an article published last week by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service about Milwaukee Habitat Homeowner Wendy Winston. Wendy Winston has known about Habitat for Humanity for the last 15 years, but it wasn’t until she had her daughter that she decided to become a homeowner. And… Read more
“My Yard is a Ministry”
“My Yard is a Ministry” Josephine Morris moved into her home in 1996 and has been there since. As a fixture on her block, Josephine advocates for a nice environment in their neighborhood. So, when it came time to fix the broken paving slab behind her house, she knew something had to be done. “My… Read more