A Breakthrough Partnership for Rural Homeownership
A groundbreaking partnership between USDA, IHDA, and Habitat for Humanity has led to the first successful closing using USDA’s 502 loan product paired with IHDA’s down payment assistance—unlocking new opportunities for affordable homeownership in designated rural communities. This innovative collaboration…
Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity Announces New 2024-2025 Board Members
Three leaders from across the region bring expertise and impact to Habitat’s mission CHICAGO (March 18, 2025) – Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce the election of three new board members: Carolyn Jaw, Jill Johnson, and Jennifer Sniderman.…
Habitat for Humanity mourns the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter
ATLANTA (December 29, 2024) — Habitat for Humanity joins the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. A champion for affordable and decent housing, he and Rosalynn Carter donated their time and leadership each year to…
2024 Annual Report: Building Sustainable Futures
The theme of our 2024 Habitat Hero event was “Building Sustainable Futures.” Because that is what Habitat for Humanity does. The heart of our mission is to build stronger families and communities through better housing, like the home Olimpia purchased…
Habitat for Humanity hosts 2024 Veterans Build across Chicagoland
Veteran volunteers join Habitat November 1-2 to build and repair affordable housing.