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A Heartfelt Thank You to Carter Work Project Participants

The recent Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project was nothing short of extraordinary. From September 29 through October 4, more than 4,000 people...

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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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Building Futures: History Teacher Charlie Grossman Leads Students in Service with Twin Cities Habitat

Every May, history teacher Charlie Grossman and his juniors and seniors from Breck School embark on a two-week journey that impacts both the students...

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Empowering Communities: Join Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's Women Build Program

Each year, volunteers and supporters rally together as part of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build. The Women Build program creates an...

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Volunteer as a Winter Warrior and Warm Your Heart

Calling all Minnesotans! Now that the weather is colder and summer events are over, do you find yourself looking for activities to fill the time?...

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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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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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5 Unique Volunteer Opportunities with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Did you know that Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity offers a variety of rewarding volunteer opportunities beyond homebuilding?

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Retired Doctor Gives Back Through Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community, meet new people, and learn new skills. This certainly has been the case for Dr. Bob Kriel,...

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What is Corporate Volunteerism?

Corporate volunteerism is a way for corporations and their employees to give back to their community. Volunteer time off (VTO) is a great tool to...

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