Habitat for Humanity Portland Region

We’re grateful to First Tech Federal Credit Union for their immeasurable support! ⠀ They helped out at our Century Commons community last month, and also built a beautiful playhouse with us. ⠀ Thank you for helping us build safe, affordable homes to create brighter futures in our community 💙 We're also in the running for First Tech's Season of Giving 🎁 Nominate us by November 30 and we could win a $10,000 grant to build and repair more affordable homes across the Portland region! It only takes 2 minutes to make a difference! Click here: https://lnkd.in/gzGxbvzX

A huge thank you to our volunteers, donors, homebuyers and dedicated staff. Together, we're cultivating dreams and building a brighter future ✨

“We are so excited to meet all of our new neighbors and build this community!” Katie, along with her husband and six children, is among our Century Commons homebuyers 🏠 And these 18 units in Hillsboro are really starting to look like home! Many now have siding, corbels and even garage doors. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of our progress. Want a full update on all of our construction sites? Make sure you’ve signed up for our newsletter. The next one is out next week!!! - https://lnkd.in/giip4jFF

We believe every child deserves a place to read, imagine, and just be a kid!! Our Playhouse Experience provides children with custom-designed playhouses, and supports our work to build more affordable homes across the Portland region. A stable home is linked to positive educational outcomes. Here in Oregon, 92% of kids who grow up in a Habitat home graduate from high school 🎓 Make a difference with us! Give $10 or more TODAY through Give!Guide and you’ll be entered to win a $500 gift card from Powell’s Books! If you’re under the age of 36, you’ll have two chances to win 📚 https://lnkd.in/gimjKrpu

Oregon’s housing crisis impacts everyone, but it hits communities of color hardest. The rate of homeownership for white Oregonians is at least 15% higher than BIPOC households. Let’s close the homeownership gap together. We’re part of the Unlocking Homeownership Coalition. Learn more about our efforts and how you can help at homesfororegon.org

Oregon’s first State of the State’s Housing Report underscores the need for more affordable housing. Oregon ranks first in the nation for the most families with children who are living without shelter. Read the full report - https://lnkd.in/gyVkwe4e

“One thing that gives me hope is, I’ve been doing this work for 30 years,” our President & CEO Steve Messinetti said. “And really for the first time we’re seeing housing on people’s minds, making that connection between having a decent home and kids doing better in school… making that connection between health.” He was recently interviewed on the local program, Smart Money, along with All Classical Radio President & CEO Suzanne Nance. They discussed the rewards and benefits of charitable giving, along with wide-ranging ways to support causes you care about. Click the link for the full program, and watch to the end for creative ways Habitat is working to double the number of people we help each year - https://lnkd.in/g6J7HmPx

When we build safe and affordable homes, we also consider habitat for wildlife. Our recently completed community, Foster Commons, has a tree preservation area as well as a natural play area! We left a snag in the tree preservation area to provide shelter for birds. And we added native plants to both green spaces, which supports local wildlife and protects biodiversity 💚 Want to support our work? Give $10 or more TODAY through Willamette Week's Give!Guide and you’ll be entered to win a $500 shopping spree at Backyard Bird Shop 🐦 https://lnkd.in/gimjKrpu

✨ Join Us for November Community Days! Our monthly Community Days create welcoming spaces to connect, share, and build! 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Day: Friday, November 22 at King City Commons 👷♀️ Women+ Build: Wednesday, November 27 at Century Commons If you’ve joined a Community Day before, such as our Military Build earlier this month, simply sign up through our volunteer portal. Dailies and Regs can also register on Get Connected. New to Habitat? No problem! Start by completing a one-hour Construction Orientation with us. Check availability and register here - https://lnkd.in/gEkMac_S

Did you know that Oregon ranks 43rd in homeownership? 🏠 It’s time for change. We’re part of the Unlocking Homeownership Coalition 🔑 fighting for everyday Oregonians who are struggling to make the dream of owning a home a reality. Learn more about our efforts and how you can help at homesfororegon.org