Join Twin Cities Habitat supporters, staff, and homeowners at the Capitol on Tuesday, May 13 for Habitat's annual day of advocacy, Habitat on the Hill! You'll experience an inspiring program, have the chance to meet with your legislators, and you'll get all the training you need to advocate effectively. All you need to bring is your passion for Habitat’s mission. You’ll receive a light breakfast, boxed lunch, and Habitat swag—and it's completely free to participate! Read about how Habitat is advocating for significant reforms to HOAs, investments in The Heights, and continuation of the First Generation Down Payment Assistance Program. Join us in this effort!
Join us for a special weekday Skill Builder Day on Wednesday, May 14 in Columbia Heights! This is a great chance to meet and learn from other Habitat homeowners and get your burning DIY questions answered by Habitat site supervisors. Registration is free and lunch is provided.
Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: 4243 5th St NE, Minneapolis
Don't miss Blooms & Beyond, a spring yard and gardening workshop at the Minneapolis ReStore. Learn expert tips on yard prep, growing vibrant vegetables and flowers, and cultivating a thriving garden. Perfect for Habitat homeowners looking to elevate their outdoor spaces this season! There will be time after the workshop to shop the ReStore, which will be open just for attendees (homeowners get 20% off).
Twin Cities Habitat is thrilled to announce a new ReStore is coming to Brooklyn Park this summer! This will be the third ReStore location in the metro, and we're excited to be part of the northwest community. If you've ever shopped at or donated to ReStore, we would LOVE to hear from you! Homeowner testimonials help get the word out about ReStore, and compensation is provided. If interested, please email homeowner@tchabitat.org!
⚠️ Beware of scams!Please be aware that there is an online post circulating that is using the Habitat for Humanity logo and claiming free window or roofing services for seniors 50 years or older. Twin Cities Habitat is not aware of any program like this. Do not click on anything that seems too good to be true. If you are in need of critical home repairs, please contact homeowner@tchabitat.org to see what programs may be available to meet your needs.
You've been in your Habitat developed home for a few years now, and you're thinking about a big improvement—like finishing that basement, adding a bedroom, or installing solar panels. These improvements can add significant value to your home, but did you know they might also qualify for special equity consideration if you sell your home? It’s part of the Habitat closing documents housing contract that homeowners sometimes overlook. Get the information you need to know, such as what capital improvements are, what the benefits are, and how to secure a capital improvement credit.
NeighborWorks offers a CDFI Emergency Home Repair Program that provides financing for owner-occupied homes in the cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis. It covers home repair projects that directly affect the safety, habitability, energy efficiency, or accessibility of the home. Current available loan dollars are based upon the fund balance for any given period. Click here for the eligibility requirements, loan terms, loan amounts, and how to apply.
