WHAT: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is celebrating a new community in Gresham, Myrtlewood Way, featuring 20 homes with 3, 4, or 5 bedrooms, that will house over 80 people This community would not be possible without the support of the City of Gresham, Metro Housing Bond funding, federal America Rescue Plan Act funds secured by State Representative Zach Hudson and State Senator Chris Gorsek, and hundreds of individuals who have donated both money and time to make affordable homeownership possible for more people in Gresham.
Joining Habitat for Humanity at this site celebration event at the Myrtlewood Way property will be Representative Zach Hudson, Representative Ricki Ruiz, Metro Regional Housing Director Patricia Rojas, Gresham City Councilor Dina DiNucci, and OHCS Assistant Director of Homeownership Talia Kahn-Travis. These elected officials and their federal, state, and local colleagues played an instrumental role in helping Habitat secure funding.
The 20 homes at Myrtlewood Way will be located across the street from the Nadaka Nature Park and Garden in the Rockwood neighborhood, known for its cultural diversity. The community will feature a beautiful green space with mature Douglas Fir trees. In partnership with Proud Ground, Habitat Portland Region homes remain affordable for future generations through the community land trust model. Habitat homes are high-quality, energy-efficient, and whenever possible, accessible to people with disabilities.
WHEN: July 30, 2024 at 11am.
WHERE: 17640 NE Glisan Street, Gresham
VISUAL: Photo and video opportunities of elected officials and Habitat CEO celebrating the new community.
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: with elected officials and Habitat for Humanity CEO Steve Messinetti.
About Habitat for Humanity Portland Region
At Habitat for Humanity Portland Region, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to have a stable and healthy place to call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Founded in 1981, we are invested in creating a region where everyone has the opportunity to build a better life. Learn more at habitatportlandregion.org
