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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.

Don and Jo's home.

Leaving a Legacy of Homeownership

When Don and Jo Gustafson finally sat down to create their will, they found it to be a surprisingly simple process. And their decision about what to do with their home was just as easy: they would donate it to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. That...

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Homeownership Stories from Habitat Staff: Blake's Story

We all have our own stories of home. This series shares those stories from Habitat staff. We'll explore questions like: what does home mean to us?...

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Help Celebrate World Habitat Day by Taking Action!

Happy World Habitat Day! Over 30 years ago, the United Nations established the first Monday in October as World Habitat Day. According to the U.N.,...

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Frequently Asked Questions about Habitat Homeownership

Have you (or someone you know) been interested in Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's homeownership program, but you have a few questions first?...

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Celebrating 30 Years in a Habitat Home and Good Career: Kaia's Story

Kaia strapped her young son into his baby seat on her bike and headed out for a leisurely ride. It was a beautiful day in the Phillips neighborhood...

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After years of looking, Hunde finds hope with Habitat

If you’ve been to a bank anywhere in the Twin Cities within the last few years, chances are Hunde’s been there too. But even after visiting every...

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Meet Robyn Bipes-Timm: VP of Loan Fund & Mortgage Lending, and President of TCHFH Lending, Inc.

Robyn Bipes-Timm has kept coming back to housing throughout her life. She’s the Vice President of Loan Fund and Mortgage Lending, as well as the...

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Volunteer Spotlight: Bob Hammond

Bob Hammond has been volunteering at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity since October. But his involvement with Habitat for Humanity goes back decades...

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Jan's mantra: "All I can do is the best I can do"

A gift After Jan Pederson retired as a social worker with Ramsey County, she did not slow down one bit. She was all about helping people. Among many...

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National Volunteer Week: Recognizing National Service Members

Our volunteers are not the only ones giving of their time and energy to serve Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s mission. This National Volunteer...

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