Full Circle

Full Circle 21 years ago, Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity partnered with Norma Yera to build her new home and help her pay an affordable mortgage. Today, through the Critical Home Repair program, Milwaukee Habitat is helping Norma preserve that home she bought decades ago.  Norma sees her relationship with Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity as a… Read more

Sasha’s Emotional Journey To Homeownership

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

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