

Home is the Key to a Better Future
Every door opened through affordable homeownership unlocks opportunity—opportunity for connection, well-being, and stability. But too...
Mar 302 min read


Embracing the Power of Volunteering with Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity
In the heart of Jackson, Michigan, a community-driven organization is making waves in the world of giving back. Greater Jackson Habitat...
Jan 29, 20243 min read


The Soaring Costs of Home Construction
Addressing Affordability Through Innovation In recent years, the dream of owning a home has become increasingly challenging for many due...
Jan 2, 20243 min read


The Power of Homeownership: A Catalyst for Social and Civic Engagement
Owning a home isn't just about having a place to call your own; it's a cornerstone that contributes to the fabric of vibrant communities....
Nov 27, 20232 min read


Equal Opportunity in America
It’s not novel to point out that it’s good to be rich, or that it’s bad to be poor. Perhaps the ambition and drive that powers capitalism...
Oct 30, 20233 min read


Veterans Build: The What and The Why
Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity is a Veterans Build Habitat affiliate. In this article we’ll share what that means and why it’s...
Sep 25, 20234 min read


Where Does Habitat for Humanity Get Funding?
Last month, in Nonprofits: The Stitching That Holds a Community Together, we talked about different types of nonprofits and gave...
Aug 29, 20233 min read


Nonprofits: The Stitching That Holds a Community Together
August 17 is National Nonprofit Day. We’d like to take this time to shine a spotlight on nonprofits and talk about their function and...
Jul 31, 20233 min read


What Is The Process Of “Getting A Habitat House”?
We get this question quite a bit, so we wanted to walk through what it’s like to go through the program. We shared the qualifications and...
Jun 28, 20234 min read


Jackson Habitat’s Homebuyer Program
Unlocking Opportunities Last month we shared information about what “affordable housing” means, the state of affordable housing in...
May 31, 20234 min read


What is Habitat’s Role in Affordable Housing?
Affordable housing is a term used in many contexts and leveraged to make arguments for and against policies and funding programs at...
Apr 25, 20235 min read


How Does Housing Affect Energy Efficiency?
An Evidence Brief Residential buildings consume substantial amounts of energy, contributing to environmental concerns and climate change....
Mar 30, 20231 min read


Beyond the House
How Habitat's Investments Ripple Across the Local Economy Every year, Habitat for Humanity helps millions of people across the U.S. and...
Feb 27, 20231 min read


Addressing Sustainability through Alternative Builds
Background The construction industry is historically slow-moving when it comes to implementing new efficient and sustainable practices....
Dec 19, 20229 min read


DeLand Pointe Home Dedication
The first two houses in the DeLand neighborhood are finished! We’re holding a home dedication ceremony on June 9 at 3pm & you're invited!
Jun 2, 20222 min read


DeLand Pointe Open House
Dates/Times: May 13, Noon - 6p and May 14, 10a - 3p Address: 103 & 107 W. Franklin, Jackson, MI Last August we kicked off the...
Apr 30, 20222 min read


Home is the Key
All families need the security and stability of a decent home they can afford. Every year in April, to bring awareness to the struggles...
Mar 31, 20224 min read


Habitat's Local Economic Impact
Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity makes a tremendous positive economic impact on the lives of homeowners and our community; bringing...
Mar 1, 20221 min read


2021 State of Home Affordability in Michigan
In Michigan, 1 IN 8 HOUSEHOLDS spend half or more of their income on housing. In total, 48% of renters and 18% of homeowners are...
Feb 23, 20221 min read


How does housing affect children's education?
Habitat for Humanity International Evidence Brief The location and condition of a child’s house plays a significant role in their...
Feb 21, 20221 min read


make yourself at home
It's about time to start doing some spring cleaning! So we'll be sharing some select tips and tricks on social media, which were...
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Happy New Year!
Last month our annual “year at a glance” brochure was mailed to everyone on our mailing list. (If you didn’t receive it, you can click...
Jan 5, 20222 min read


Affordable Housing Crisis… What Does It Mean?
Affordable Housing Crisis…. What does that even mean? And why are we always talking about it? I’ll share some quick bullet points here,...
Jul 7, 20213 min read


Advocating For Affordable Housing in Jackson
At Habitat for Humanity, we do more than build houses, more than critical home repairs, and more than helping people become homeowners....
Jun 7, 20212 min read