From the Ground Up: A Passion for Faith, Community and Hope
When Susan Langer joined the Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity Board just over a year ago, she brought more than experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit development. She brought a deep conviction that building homes is really about building people and strengthening communities. Executive Director Bob Hawley has witnessed that impact firsthand. “In Susan’s brief […]
Planting Roots of Homeownership
Beth has been searching for her forever home for a long time. By chance, she found herself at the same restaurant as Angie, our Homeowner Services Manager, who suggested she apply for the homeownership program.
A New Planner for Development
Welcome Carrie! Carrie Wittenberg joins us as our new Administrative and Development Coordinator. This is a brand-new position that’s been built to support both bookkeeping and fund development efforts. Carrie has been a supporter of Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity since 2020 when she joined our team after transitioning from a role in Lighting Quotations […]
Learning on the Build Site
Cole, an intern from United Lutheran Church, shares about his experience on the build site and what he has learned from Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity
At 82, Bob Keeps Building
Bob has been building houses nearly all of his life. At 82, he’s not ready to give up building just yet.
Lou’s Second Act: The Rochester Build Crew
Lou Behrens started volunteering with Habitat in 2014 after retiring after a 33-year career as an engineer at IBM, but his connection began earlier.
The Right Ad at the Right Time
Ken was struggling to stay safe in his own home. Between the stairs of entry into his house, the raised side into the bathtub, and the laundry machines in the basement, his house couldn’t keep up.
From the Ground Up
Joe White, a board member from Lake City, sees firsthand the challenge many communities are facing—and why this work matters.
‘I’ll volunteer until they tell me I’m in the way’: At 87, Darwin Builds Hope
Darwin has dedicated over 20 years of service to Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity. At 87, he has a contagious spirit that inspires the volunteers around him.
Now They Can Come and Go Safely
For Lee and Sharon of Lake City, a new ramp made all the difference. After years of struggling with unsafe entry steps, Habitat’s Home Repair program gave them back independence and peace of mind. Skilled staff, dedicated volunteers, and caring donors made it possible.