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2021 (6)

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Race & Housing: Bias in Real Estate

From the outside, buying a home can sometimes look easier than it is. In theory, it’s straightforward enough – provide the needed documents, follow...

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Twin Cities Habitat homebuilding volunteer Dawn Puroway on a homebuild site in 2002 and on a video interview in 2021

The Feeling That's Kept Dawn Volunteering at Habitat for 20 Years [VIDEO]

Not a lot has changed about volunteering since Dawn first joined Habitat for Humanity – but you could say a lot has changed about Dawn.

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Introducing Three New Site Supervisors!

Site Supervisors are extremely fundamental to Twin Cities Habitat's mission. We truly could not operate and further affordable housing without these...

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Celebrating Pride—and the Ongoing Fight for Equity

The fight for a more equitable and just world takes many forms. During the last year, we’ve witnessed a global movement for Black lives. People all...

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What to Do When You’re Ready to Sell Your Habitat Home

Guest blog by Jesse Lindsey, Homeownership Preservation Assistant Homeownership is a fundamental part of building strong communities. At Twin Cities...

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Building a Home: What to Expect at Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Sites [VIDEO]

Welcome back, volunteers! As of late June 2021, all of us at Habitat are thrilled to welcome back volunteers in full force. Find the latest...

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Celebrating Juneteenth: An Interview with Lee Jordan [VIDEO]

Co-authored by Shoreé Ingram, Director of Equity and Inclusion, Shereese Turner, Chief Program Officer, and Kaitlyn Dormer, Communications Manager...

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Volunteer Spotlight: Judy Murakami

June 2021 Update: Judy Murakami celebrated her volunteer retirement this month after coordinating the Holy Hammers faith coalition for more than 25...

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ReStore Recap: Donor Spotlights and DIY Projects Galore!

As the season heats up, cool down with the latest ReStore Recap! Learn how to refurbish furniture in need of new life, DIY your own dream backyard,...

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Habitat’s Proactive Approach to Mortgage Flexibility During COVID-19

Many Habitat homeowners have been working the front lines of this pandemic. They are healthcare workers, janitors, delivery drivers, and teachers....

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