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Blake MacKenzie

Blake MacKenzie's journey with Habitat began in 2013, and in that time he's worked as a Development Assistant Intern, Advocacy Intern, Development Associate, and is now the Communications Specialist. Prior to Habitat, he graduated from Concordia College in Moorhead with majors in English Writing and Biology and a minor in Chemistry, and worked as a Community Organizer. He's an avid reader, makes a good risotto, and enjoys the great outdoors.

Michelle standing on her porch in front of her Habitat home.

"I'm Living in the Miracle I Prayed For"

You might meet Michelle running karaoke on Friday nights at the Wayzata American Legion. Or if you are lucky enough, you will get to taste her amazing cooking—like the flan her friends rave over. She has a job she loves; she is becoming healthier...

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Meet the Homeowners Speaking at the Carter Work Project

Since Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1985, more than 1,900 families have bought safe, stable, affordable homes with Habitat...

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6 Great Reasons to Volunteer in Your Community

Over 17,000 volunteers make Twin Cities Habitat’s mission come to life each year, and there are probably 17,000 unique reasons why they choose to...

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Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter waving to crowds.

Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter's Habitat Legacy

As we rapidly approach the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project taking place right here in the Twin Cities, we're taking a moment to focus on...

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A man kneeling on the ground to install flooring in a home.

Years After Buying His Habitat Home, Edgar Still Loves to Volunteer

In early 2024, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity launched an innovative new program for Habitat homeowners called Volunteer and Learn. This program...

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Open Road Fund Helps Build Black Wealth

This blog was originally published in 2023, and was updated in June 2024. The Open Road Fund is open for applications from June 19 to July 19, 2024....

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A Habitat homeowner smiles while volunteer on a site.

Announcing Volunteer and Learn for Habitat Homebuyers and Homeowners

Habitat for Humanity International was founded in 1976 on the concept of “partnership housing,” where those in need of shelter worked side-by-side...

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Angela standing in her kitchen next to a vase of flowers

A Lifelong Dream Comes True: Angela's Story

Angela’s Journey with Habitat’s Advancing Black Homeownership Program “I feel like I’m finally living!” Angela Gladney exclaims, summing up all the...

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Greg standing in front of his black Chevy Cobalt

How We Turned Our Car Into a Home

After 10 years of faithful service, my husband Greg’s beloved car was nearing the end. A growing fuel leak prompted us to bring it into the shop,...

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James Hargon standing on the front porch of his Habitat home

If I Can Do It, You Can Too: James' Story

“Shh…can you hear that peace?” Sitting in James Hargon’s home, you can’t tell it’s in the middle of Minneapolis. It’s quiet. The space is bright and...

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