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Impact in action.

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Three male volunteers standing near siding they will apply to a Habitat build

Impact in action.

News & Stories of Impact

See what you make possible. Discover the latest stories, news, and updates from our builds, families, and community partners.

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Home revitalization project of a ramp was installed at the front of a home

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 ...
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Support Housing for Minnesotans and qualify for a Tax Credit - The new State Housing Credit Program and Contribution Fund allows taxpayers to invest in housing across the state. When you or your business contributes, you support housing for all Minnesotans and can qualify for a state tax credit of 85% of your contribution! To learn more, visit mnhousing.gov and search for contribution fund

Keep Your Tax Dollars at Work—Here

Build homes in our community and earn a major Minnesota tax credit Minnesota’s State Housing Tax Credit is one of the smartest, most impactful ways ...
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Homeowner Denise with the keys to her home

Home Is Where Care Lives

For Denise, homeownership wasn’t just a dream, it was a necessity. She works full-time and is the sole caregiver for her mother, Elaine, whose stage ...
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Blog image for Home Support Volunteer - Join us in Building Hope, Homes & Community

Become a Habitat Home Support Volunteer 

Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity is looking for caring, dependable volunteers to serve as Home Support Volunteers during minor home repair projects. This important role ...
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Hope Has a New Address, new homeowners pose with staff and volunteers outside at the home dedication

Hope Has a New Address!

Anne & Tabbathia are among the newest Habitat homeowners in Red Wing. After putting in many hours of sweat equity and partnering with local volunteers, ...
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Several Habitat volunteers and staff stand for a photo with the new homeowner at a local build

Building More Than a House, Building Hope

Naomi is one of our newest homeowners in Kenyon, MN. Her home is one of two student-build homes completed in 2025. Over 3,000 hours from ...
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HOPE Heights Concept Map

Jan. 2025: Exciting Progress on HOPE Heights Affordable Housing Development

Red Wing, MN — January 2025 — Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity (GCHFH) is excited to share the latest updates

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Support Minnesotans - State Tax Housing Credit Program

NEW: State Housing Tax Credit Program

Investing in Affordable Housing: The Benefits of the State Housing Tax Credit Program Are you looking for a meaningful way

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Working together to create, preserve and promote affordable housing throughout Goodhue County - with a mom and child hugging on the worksite

Keys to Home :: Start Strong—for a Stronger Future!

At Habitat for Humanity, we believe that home is the foundation for a better future. When families have access to

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Goodhue County Habitat Leadership[ around a table

Exciting Leadership Updates and a New Space to Grow!

Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity is starting the new year strong with exciting changes in leadership, staff, and a newly

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Give For Good - Give To The Max Day Banner with illustrations of people

Give to the Max Day 11/21/2024: Every Dollar Makes a Difference!

At Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone deserves a safe, decent place to call home. This November

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A couple holding out keys to a home toward the camera

Fall 2024: Partner Family “Keys to Home”

Your Habitat Community Connection & Quarterly Partner Family Check-In We’re thrilled to have you as part of the Habitat for

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See the Difference You Make

A look at recent builds, dedications, and community moments.

Ten volunteers raising the roof on a Habitat build
Two Habitat volunteers standing in the framing of a home
Two Habitat volunteers working on the facade of a new home build
Six men with hard hats standing together at a GCHFH build site
Habitat volunteer moves a load of wood in a wheelbarrow
Volunteers, staff and family pose on the porch of a new Habitat build and dedication
Future homeowner and her kids pose with shovels at the groundbreaking at their new home