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Advocacy 101: Why Twin Cities Habitat Advocates for Affordable Housing

What do you think about when you hear the word advocacy? For some people, advocacy might sound broad, unfamiliar, and even intimidating. Twin Cities Habitat thinks of advocacy as an important tool we can use to help achieve our mission of bringing...

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Unwrapping Healthy Holidays: Self-Care Tips for the Season

Guest blog by Pearll Warren, Homeowner Development Manager at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity The holiday season is upon us, bringing joy, laughter,...

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Paul and Sue McNelly

Volunteer Spotlight: Paul and Sue

Paul and Sue McNelly got started volunteering with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity in March of 2022 after talking with one of Sue's colleagues while...

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All About One-Day Group Volunteering

Volunteering with others is fun—and good for us. In fact, according to Mayo Clinic, one of the top benefits of volunteering is new or strengthened...

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Habitat's Return to Home Celebrations Brings Community Together

On a crisp fall day in October, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity homeowners, volunteers, donors, and staff gathered for the first Home Celebration...

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Habitat Didn't Just Check a Box. They Changed.

Monisha Washington-Richard served on Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s Black Homeownership Advisory Council, which was made up of Habitat...

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Giving Back to the Community: 5 Reasons to Donate

Giving back to your community is far more than a charitable act, it is part of a profound personal journey.

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ReStore Recap: Tax-Deductible Donations and Halloween DIY Projects

The leaves on the trees are vibrant, there’s a crisp breeze in the air, and winter is right around the corner. Make the most of the remaining weeks...

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Global Engagement, Local Connections: A Service Honeymoon Story

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) works in more than 70 countries worldwide. As a local affiliate of HFHI, Twin Cities Habitat has five...

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VTO, what is VTO

What is VTO and How Can it Benefit Your Business?

You've likely heard the term “Volunteer Time Off” thrown around in recent years as it has dramatically grown in popularity as a benefit employers are...

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