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Dominican Republic

First in her family to own a home

Diane is the first member of her family to own her own home thanks to Habitat for Humanity.

Creativity takes wing at Milwaukee Habitat ReStore

Every spring, the Milwaukee Habitat ReStore turns part of its indoor space into an art gallery packed with triumphs of imagination and whimsy: everything from paintings and jewelry to a camera tripod transformed into a floor lamp or a chess set made of polished finials.

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A home with room to grow

Sharnita applied to become a Habitat homeowner because she wanted to provide a better life for her children. “Having a home where my kids feel peaceful, loved and safe is the most important thing to me,” says the mother of five and U.S. Air Force veteran.

Research series: How does housing affect energy efficiency?

Families with low incomes face the double burden of high costs for housing and energy despite the tendency to consume less energy. Offering energy-efficient homes to these households can reduce both greenhouse gas emissions and the homes’ energy costs and resulting energy burden.

Make your own holiday signs with upcycled cabinet doors

A little paint, creativity and an old cabinet door is all it takes to create great looking holiday signs. Check out how it’s done!

Strategies for housing advocates to effect policy change

In 2023, Habitat funded the Urban Institute to assess policy changes and interview stakeholders from Cost of Home’s first four years. Researchers identified six key strategies for driving policy and systems change.

Make your own holiday decorations from buttons and burlap

The Kruses made some simple holiday decorations out of items they found at their local Habitat ReStore. What crafty holiday decorations have you made?

RV Care-A-Vanners FAQ

With Habitat’s RV Care-A-Vanner program, you can travel in your RV to build sites across the U.S. and Canada and work alongside families as they build a foundation for a brighter future! Check out a few frequently asked questions to get started.

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