Tag: Generational Wealth

“This is Ours”: Shay’s Journey to Homeownership Shay is ready to break free from the cycle of renting and achieve her dream of homeownership. As she puts it, when you rent, “you pay a lot to get a little.”  Shay currently lives in a rental home with her sons and dreams of covering the walls… Read more

Remembering President Carter Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity joins the world in mourning the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, whose dedication to Habitat for Humanity created a lasting legacy. President Carter’s efforts shone a spotlight on the global need for affordable housing and brought hope to families around the world. In 1989, he led… Read more

Reflecting on 2024 with Alexis As we wrap up 2024, we are filled with gratitude for those who have helped shape our mission to bring affordable homeownership to local families. Looking back on the year, we are thankful for the impactful moments that define our work – moments like celebrating the transformative journeys of Habitat… Read more

Tomorrow marks a special milestone for Milwaukee Habitat homeowner Erika as she celebrates her first Christmas in her new home. Hear from her as she prepares to enjoy the holiday in the warmth and comfort of a place she can call her own. “I am SO looking forward to the holidays in our new home!… Read more

This holiday season, hear from Milwaukee Habitat homeowners as they share their cherished Christmas traditions and the profound impact of having a home to celebrate in. Sarah, Habitat homeowner since 2021 “The first Christmas in our Habitat home felt magical! We had our first official Christmas tree with the presents under the tree. The boys… Read more

“Mommy, I’m going to get you a house.” “Mommy, I’m going to get you a house one day.” Bernes’s five-year-old son was determined to buy his mom a house someday. Now, thanks to Milwaukee Habitat’s Affordable Homeownership program, that dream is becoming a reality, just in a slightly different way.  Through the program, Bernes is… Read more

Together, We Build In “Together, We Build,” Habitat homeowners Johanna Jimenez (since 2007), Debra and Johnny Tucker (since 2003), and Cheryl Hayes (since 1989) share how Habitat homeownership has helped them build generational wealth, financial stability, and the security of a place to truly call home. For Johanna, owning a Habitat home was the key… Read more

LaPorche’s Homeownership Journey Begins A simple, yet significant, realization changed the trajectory of LaPorche and her children’s futures. “Honestly, I realized one day that I have been in [this apartment] for eight years, investing in someone else’s dream. And if I can stay here [that long], I can stay at a home and put money… Read more

Story by Wendy Strong, Spectrum News 1 Providing Purpose to Your Purchase Alya Sproehlich and her young daughter recently moved into a new home and have been active customers at ReStore Franklin as they furnish their new space. Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently… Read more

Marilyn’s Home Dedication: “Right in Front of a Park” Marilyn recently moved into her brand-new Habitat home, achieving her goal of homeownership. On top of that, she is now living right across the street from a park, which has been a dream of hers.  Every time a Milwaukee Habitat homeowner moves into their home, we… Read more