Habitat for Humanity Portland Region receives $100,000 grant from Wells Fargo to expand access to affordable homes in Hillsboro and SE Portland
Portland, OR (August 17, 2023) –The Wells Fargo Foundation has awarded Habitat for Humanity Portland Region $100,000 to build affordable homes in the Portland region. Habitat Portland Region is one of more than 230 Habitat for Humanity affiliates awarded grant funding nationwide through the 2023 Wells Fargo Builds program and Welcome Home initiative to help […]
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