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When Sarah, Taysia, Melissa, and Josi each received the keys to their Habitat for Humanity homes, they weren't just unlocking a front door. They were unlocking a future that had previously seemed out of reach. These four Jackson women represent dozens of families across our community who have partnered with Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity to achieve the dream of homeownership. Their stories aren't unique to them. They're shared by working families across Jackson and beyo

When Jackson Habitat for Humanity began our partnership with a local housing developer to build our next several homes, we heard your questions. Some of you wondered if we're moving away from our roots, if we're becoming just another housing developer instead of the community-driven organization you've known and supported. We hear you, and we want to address these concerns directly while sharing why we're excited about this evolution in our work. Our Mission Hasn't Changed Fo

A story of faith, perseverance, and community partnership When Melissa Iocca became a mother at 25, her life looked nothing like the fairytale she'd imagined as a little girl. Gone was the dream of prince charming and the perfect storybook ending. What remained was something far more real, and ultimately far more remarkable: a fierce determination to provide the best possible life for her daughter Natalie, and an unwavering faith that would carry her through the challenges ah

The season of giving takes on deeper meaning when we invest in lasting change. As we close out 2025 and look toward the promise of a new year, many of us are reflecting on what truly makes a difference in our community. At Jackson Habitat for Humanity, we're often asked: "Do you just give away houses?" The answer might surprise you. We don't give away homes; we build equity, education, and empowerment that lasts for generations. The Foundation Comes First Before the first nai

On a crisp spring morning in Jackson, the city hums with energy. Coffee shops are opening, factory shifts are changing, and classrooms are buzzing with students eager to learn. Jackson has always been a place where hard work meets heart — a community built by people who care deeply about their neighbors and their future. But for too many working families, that future feels just out of reach. They’re earning steady paychecks, raising children, and contributing to Jackson’s gro

Your child's third-grade teacher just gave notice. Not because she found a better job, but because she found cheaper rent—an hour away. The paramedic who responded when your father had chest pain? He's living with three roommates at age 35 because he can't afford a place of his own. The skilled electrician your contractor has been trying to hire? He took a job in a neighboring county where his paycheck actually covers a mortgage. This is Jackson's housing crisis, and it's not

"Building homes and building community, one project at a time." A Foundation Built on Shared Values Spring Arbor Lumber has been an...

"Homeownership is an exercise in planning and preparation," Rabiah says, wisdom earned through more than two decades of successful...

"Trust the process. It’s long, but it's worth it." From Instability to Permanence Sara became a Habitat homeowner on December 12, 2022,...