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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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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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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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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

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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

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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

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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