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matt haugen

Matt Haugen has been collecting and sharing the great stories of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity as Communications Manager since 2010. He earned his undergraduate and master’s degree from Northwestern University before spending ten years writing for TV news in the Twin Cities. He’s passionate about convincing people when he’s right on things, and being educated about it when he’s not.

BuildLouder - Advocacy work in Costa Rica

At the beginning of 2011, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity led a BuildLouder trip to Costa Rica. Not only did the group help build a Habitat home, but they also visited with local Habitat staff, elected officials, and NGOs. They toured homes,...

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A Habitat home to raise a family in Costa Rica

Karen and Ballardo’s marriage has been tested time and time again. They have deal with illnesses, murder of a family member, persecution, and...

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How do you get free cookies and brownies?

I never received free cookies until I volunteered with my student council group at Youth United house with homeowner, Helen.

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Home Dedications from 2010

Oakdale – December 16, 2010 The last of four multi-unit buildings was dedicated in Oakdale. Five families will be moving into their new homes before...

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Todd receives A Brush with Kindness during JRCWP in St. Paul

Recent storms have been especially difficult for Todd Thomas and his St. Paul home. Every time a strong rain comes, Todd finds himself placing five...

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Robert & Rose receive A Brush with Kindness during JRCWP

"We’ve been married 51 years," says Robert proudly as he sits down with his wife at the kitchen table to share their story. Robert and Rose Marie...

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Judy's receives A Brush with Kindness during JRCWP

You can call it serendipity that brought Judith Schell and A Brush with Kindness together. While leaving her East Side St. Paul home this summer, she...

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Thank you sponsors of the 2010 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project

Platinum Sponsor Profiles General Mills Every day General Mills, its foundation, employees and retirees live our mission of Nourishing Lives ™ by...

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Women Build 2010 - Week 10 Update

I visited North Minneapolis a little earlier in the week than usual to find the Women Build house hopping with activity. This year’s WB Co-Chair...

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