Media Advisory: Leaders from state, county and city governments come together to build homes with Habitat for Humanity
WHAT: Leaders from state, county, and city governments will be swinging hammers together at one of Habitat for Humanity’s newest communities in Gresham, Myrtlewood Way, featuring 20 homes with 3, 4, or 5 bedrooms, that will house over 80 people. Joining Habitat for Humanity at this site celebration event at the Myrtlewood Way property will […]
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From contractions to construction: Mohammad and Fatuma’s Habitat journey
Written by Karen Werstein Some dreams begin in the most unexpected places. For Mohammad and Fatuma, their journey to homeownership started in a hospital room—completing their Habitat for Humanity application between contractions. Just two hours after submitting their paperwork, baby Safwan arrived, making them a family of four with hope for a home of their […]
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Transforming neighborhood eyesore into affordable homes
Written by Karen Werstein As a prominent street in the King neighborhood, there’s so much to love about Killingsworth Street — delicious restaurants, unique shops, and vibrant energy. Young musicians bustle into classes at Ethos Music Center, and live music often rings out from nearby churches and bars. But one corner has been a source […]
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Advancing Black Homeownership
As part of our 2023-2027 strategic plan, Habitat for Humanity Portland Region launched an Advancing Black Homeownership Initiative focused on removing barriers to homeownership for Black households. This initiative is part of a national strategy led by Habitat for Humanity International, alongside many affiliates across the United States who are developing comprehensive strategies for advancing […]
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A New Deck, a Renewed Peace of Mind: Dick’s Story
When Dick first bought his Hillsboro home in 1996, the neighborhood was underwater—literally. “I couldn’t even get into the cul de sac,” he recalled. “The bridge was underwater from the flood.” At the time, powerful floodwaters were sweeping across much of the Willamette Valley, turning streets into rivers and isolating entire communities. But the home […]
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Top 5 Reasons to Schedule Your Next Team Building Experience with Habitat for Humanity
From the moment they climbed the 12-foot ladder, it clearly wasn’t going to be a typical Wednesday for Guild Mortgage employees. Instead of looking at loan documents and other office tasks, they worked together to raise a second-story wall of a Habitat home. Guided by Habitat staff and working alongside Core volunteers, they learned how […]
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From road trips to homebuilding: Two families share their stories
Written by Sarah Wexler Earlier this year, when Len Norwitz watched a tow truck haul away his late mother’s Buick Century as a donation to Habitat for Humanity Portland Region, he wasn’t sad. He was proud. His mom, Molly Tulin, bought the car new in 1999 in Connecticut, where she lived and spent her career […]
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A Day of Hope and Action: 2025 HopeBuilder Lunch
More than 800 passionate community members gathered for Habitat for Humanity’s annual HopeBuilder Lunch—an afternoon filled with inspiration, purpose, and powerful stories. Together, we affirmed a shared belief: that everyone deserves an affordable place to call home. And thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we exceeded our fundraising goal and raised more than […]
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Service is a family value for new Ambassador Council Chair
Written by Sarah Wexler Growing up in a large Filipino-Irish Catholic family in Chicago, Will Mohring spent countless afternoons at sprawling barbecues at his grandmother’s house. His Lola (Tagalog for “grandmother”) would cook a feast of whole fish, rice, lumpia, pancit noodles, and coconut confections. But for Will, it wasn’t just about the menu. “Those meals […]
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Habitat for Humanity Portland Region mourns the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter
PORTLAND, OR (December 30, 2024) – Habitat for Humanity Portland Region joins the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and honors observances around the globe to remember his life of service. He and Rosalynn Carter have served as Habitat for Humanity’s most famous volunteers over the 40 years they helped […]
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