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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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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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Thrivent Action Team group photos

Power Local Projects with Thrivent Action Teams

At Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity, we believe that building homes is about more than just constructing physical structures—it’s about

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Introducing our NEW Bloomerang Volunteer Portal

…A Streamlined Way to Get Involved & Make an Impact with Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity At Goodhue County Habitat

AmeriCorps Maple 6 Volunteer Team sitting at a picnic table

Building Homes and Hope: A Heartfelt Thank You to Our AmeriCorps NCCC Maple6 Team

At Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity, we believe in the power of community—and this summer, we saw that power in

Five volunteers standing together

Your Expertise, Our Mission: Join our Habitat Leadership Teams

At Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone deserves a decent place to live. Our mission is to

6 hands receiving a house key together

Celebrating New Beginnings: A Tribute to Our Home Dedications

As of May 2024, Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity has had the privilege of celebrating three heartfelt home dedications, marking

We Are Growing graphic welcoming new staff members

Habitat Staff Updates!

As we continue to grow and evolve, Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity welcomes new additions to our team! With the

See the Difference You Make

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