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In Search of Security: Natalia’s Story 

Growing up in Guatemala with her mother, father, and great grandmother, Natalia knew what secure housing felt like. The family shared a farm with aunts and cousins, and she had a stable home. However, violence and poverty surrounded them, and after the earthquake of 1972, the family connected with a nonprofit organization and ultimately relocated […]

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Century Commons Groundbreaking Ceremony 

In an inspiring ceremony on Jan. 12, Habitat for Humanity Portland Region broke ground on its new 18-home community in Southeast Hillsboro. Called Century Commons, Habitat’s newest community is located on Century Boulevard.   “There will be over 80 moms, dads, kids, and grandparents that will move into this site,” said Steve Messinetti, President and CEO […]

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ReStore’s Pick-up Partnership Makes Donating Items Simple and Easy 

Getting gifts feels great, but sometimes getting rid of things can be just as satisfying.  Turning those things into a valuable donation to support affordable homeownership feels even better.  But doing it all without lifting a finger? Icing on the cake.   That’s Habitat for Humanity ReStores’ priority pick-up service, now serving the greater Portland Region. […]

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How to Maintain Your Garage Door Do-It-Yourself Guide  

Garage doors are one of the most frequently used parts of a house, so they tend to collect more wear quickly over the years. Routine monthly and yearly maintenance can help extend a doors operational lifespan while saving you money and time from costly repairs.   Before you perform regular maintenance, gather the tools you’ll […]

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Welcoming Homeowners Into Their Homes | Winter Construction Update

Habitat crews dress in warmer layers now as snow and rain drops descend upon our new communities for 2023. We continue to meet the increasing need for affordable housing across the Portland region. And with the help of our supporters and volunteers, Habitat for Humanity Portland Region finished hammering in more frames than ever this […]

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An Accessible Home and a Lifetime of Stability | Shamsa’s Story

Shamsa and her family escaped their home in Syria when the Civil War broke out in 2016, and with the aid of the International Organization for Migration, they found refuge in America. For the next five years, Shamsa and her husband, Mohammed, raised their three elementary school-aged children, Aleen, Jameel, and Yazan, in their two-bedroom, […]

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A Father of Three Builds His Children a Home | Dominic’s Story 

As Dominic hammered fencing into the ground outside his future house, he took a moment to reflect on his hard work and on how far he has come in the past 10 years. What started as only a dream is becoming a reality. Although the inside of his home is only wooden framing, Dominic sees […]

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A Roof Repair, and a Dry Home | Frances’ Home Repair Story 

A Roof Repair and a Dry Home | Frances’ Home Repair Story  Frances, a homeowner in Northeast Portland, was going about her day when she discovered water leaking across her living room wall. When she stepped outside to find the source she discovered severe water damage in the wooden frames holding her front porch roof. […]

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Holding On To Her Dream | Abby’s Story

Abby walked inside her home currently under construction in Pleasant Valley in SE Portland, pointing towards empty rooms supported by wooden frames. As she led a tour, other volunteers and homebuyers followed behind, enthusiastically listening to Abby’s ideas for decorating her house and chiming in with some of their own. “I can’t believe my oldest […]

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Welcoming Fall with More Affordable Homes | Construction Update 

Credit: Video shot by Dillon Vibes, and edited by Amanda Bernhardt.  As the weather slowly begins to drop in temperature and we transition from summer to fall this month, our construction crews diligently move quickly and take advantage of all the sunlight left as we progress toward completing our communities. We currently have homes in […]

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