From hardship to hope: Eric’s journey to homeownership
Patience, integrity, gratitude, health, and love — these are the values that define Habitat homeowner Eric’s life. “After being where I’ve been, you’ve got to focus on the cup being half full. Because I could not have a full cup at one time,” Eric reflects with the wisdom of experience. Sitting peacefully on his couch in […]
Read MoreMedia Advisory: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Announces New 20-Home Community in Gresham
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 […]
Read MoreMedia Advisory: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Announces Largest Community in History
WHAT: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is breaking ground on their largest community ever, Gooseberry Trails, featuring 52 family-sized homes that will house over 185 people in SW Portland. This community would not be possible without the support of the City of Portland and Metro Housing Bond funding, LIFT financing from Oregon Housing and Community […]
Read MoreEquity Statement
**This is a living document, regularly reviewed, reimagined, and revised based on the current needs of our team and our communities.** Habitat envisions a community of staff, partners, and supporters who are deeply committed to furthering equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in every facet of our organization. We commit to implementing personal, cultural, and institutional goals […]
Read MoreStatement on Governor Kotek’s Plan to Increase Supply of Housing from Habitat for Humanity Portland Region CEO Steve Messinetti
This week, Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency and signed an executive order calling on state government to help create 36,000 new homes a year — an 80% increase over current production. Following is a statement from Habitat for Humanity Portland Region CEO Steve Messinetti: “We applaud Governor Kotek’s commitment to addressing our state’s housing crisis. The housing challenges facing […]
Read MoreNews Release: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Celebrates 34 family-sized homes in Hillsboro and Beaverton
PORTLAND, OR (January 12, 2023) – Thanks to the support of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Habitat for Humanity Portland Region broke ground on a new property located on Century Boulevard in Hillsboro and is finishing the final homes on Denney Road in Beaverton. One-time ARPA funds are in response to the […]
Read MoreMedia Alert: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Announces 34 family-sized homes in Hillsboro and Beaverton
Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Announces 34 family-sized homes in Hillsboro and Beaverton WHAT: Thanks to the support of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), donated land from the City of Hillsboro, financing through Oregon Housing + Community Services, and hundreds of individuals who have donated both money and time, Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is breaking ground […]
Read MoreNews Release: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region receives $100,000 grant from Wells Fargo to build homes in the Portland region
PORTLAND, OR (September 21, 2022) – Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is one of more than 230 Habitat for Humanity affiliates awarded a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation as part of its nationwide initiative to help low to moderate income families build and improve their homes across the U.S. Habitat for Humanity received a […]
Read MoreNews Release: Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Announces the Appointment of Five New Board Members
PORTLAND, OREGON (August 8, 2022) — Habitat for Humanity Portland Region announces the appointment of five new members to the board of directors. This brings the total number of board members to 24. Joining the board of directors are Nancy Lee (Nike, retired), Tara Marshall (Providence Health & Services), Victor Millán-Simpkins (DOWL), Steve Novick […]
Read MoreJune E-newsletter
Hot off the press, the June E-newsletter! Learn how Habitat tackled displacement through the City of Portland’s Preference Policy, how homeowner Eman beat all odds and built her own home, and the life-changing home repair that is giving Brian peace of mind…and much more! Read our June E-newsletter here. Don’t miss out on future news […]
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