Nothing was ever the same after that joyful day when Ther Moo and Saw Gler found out they were approved to purchase an affordable home through Habitat for Humanity. Their previous worries of living in a rough neighborhood, increasing rental prices, and the possibility of being evicted on a whim evaporated into the distance. The family feels happy knowing that they’ll have stability over their home and control over their destiny.     Before living in the United […]

Written by Monicia Warner, Volunteer Storyteller  Owning a home has been a top priority for Ahed and her husband since immigrating to the United States in 2016. They’ve made many friends and have found a sense of community while living in Portland, but there’s always been one missing piece.  “It was the big thing in our life,” says Ahed. “We want to have our own home. We don’t want to waste our money on rent.”  […]

Abdi’s story begins 9,000 miles away in war-torn Somalia. Through self-determination and sacrifice, his lifelong commitment to stability for his family…

Despite the hardships she has faced, Habitat homeowner Bylinda has built a life full of blessings.

Colise has done more in one life than most dream of doing in several. Raising two children, building her own home, and providing food and clothing to countless neighbors —all with her unrelenting compassion.