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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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Volunteer Darwin holding a paint can in one of our Habitat builds.

‘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 ...
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Image of unfinished Habitat house.

Looking for a homeowner in Kenyon, Minnesota

To qualify for our homeowner program you must have an ability to make monthly mortgage payments and a willingness to partner in building a home. ...
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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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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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Three attendees at the beginning of Spring Has Sprung fundraiser

Celebrating Our Volunteers: The Heart of Habitat

On Tuesday, April 22nd—The sun was shining, the cake was incredible, and the energy was electric—our 4th annual Spring Has

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Two male Habitat volunteers working on a ramp as a home revitalization project

Why Your Support is Needed Now More Than Ever!

Everyone Deserves a Safe Place to Call Home — Let’s Build That Future Together The affordable housing crisis continues to

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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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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