Habitat for Humanity Chicago

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In 2018, a four-person Habitat Chicago team traveled to South Bend, IN, to help build on the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project. Jeff Jozwiak, a former Habitat Chicago board member and Norcon's Principal and co-founder, recalls, “The President and First Lady’s presence was truly inspirational. Their decades of commitment and the extraordinary amount of their personal time spent on Habitat, combined with their unwavering dedication to continue to be present for us at that stage of their lives, put a spring in everyone’s step.” May President and Rosalynn Carter’s legacy of service to others be an example to all and provide the spring in your step as you enter 2025. #HonoringCarter

At Habitat Chicago, we believe “home” is more than just a house. In addition to our affordable homeownership programs, we provide grants to neighborhood residents, helping fund resident-led projects that beautify our communities and strengthen social ties, much like the 5th annual West Pullman Christmas Soiree shown here. Finish out 2025 by helping create a sense of home and community for others in Chicago. Make a tax-deductible gift to Habitat Chicago today: https://lnkd.in/giB-TuHn

“We’re all the same folks,” President Jimmy Carter once said. “We all want the same for our children — a better life, one that’s filled with excitement and challenge and hope and self-respect.” As Habitat for Humanity’s most famous volunteer, President Jimmy Carter worked tirelessly to make the world a better place, helping families build and repair homes and highlighting the tremendous global need for affordable shelter. Please join us in remembering him and celebrating the positive impact he had on so many. #HonoringCarter

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Our Affordable Homeownership Program requires support from the community to operate. We are thrilled to have received a grant from Jackson to continue this important work. Learn how you can support our mission and programs here. https://lnkd.in/giB-TuHn

Am I the only one replaying childhood memories of singing Alvin and the Chipmunks Christmas carols? I fondly remember singing their rendition of 12 days of Christmas while in the back seat of my Tito's Chevy oversized van, without a care of being out of tune because I couldn't be worse that the chipmunks on the track. I love this time of year for the holiday spirit and the intentional reflection. As the year comes to a close, I'm spending some time to reflect on the achievements of the Affordable Homeownership Program at Habitat for Humanity Chicago, the program participants, and everyone who helps make the program successful. As someone who works directly with program participants, ushering them through the process of our initial applications, creating individualized program participation plans, assists with both restrictive grant and downpayment assistance applications, it's easy to be in awe of how all the moving pieces comes together to unlock the dream of homeownership for Habitat Chicago's new homeowners. In the (easily recognizable) spirit of the holiday season, below is a list of some important shareable notes from the year: #1 - One of this year’s closings was made possible through the City of Chicago's City Lots for Working Families with Destiny Durham. We're excited to see the City of Chicago's homebuyer program expansion with Building Neighborhoods and Affordable Homes (BNAH) program soon to be available to some of our homebuyers next year. (Stay tuned for #2-#12)

In fiscal year 2024, we made big steps forward, and we’re excited to carry this momentum into 2025! Thank you to everyone who played a part, big or small. These highlights from our annual report offer just a glimpse of what we accomplished together this year. Tap the link below to explore the full report: https://lnkd.in/gXpXGNSX

Experience a heartwarming blend of opera, gospel, jazz, and rap at the "Worthy: A Christmas Cantata," a special concert promoting togetherness and festive spirit! Witness an original masterpiece by Lana Manson and help support Habitat Chicago this holiday season. Secure your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/exuv-mvB

“Being able to call a space your own space is very valuable,” reflects Unika, a Habitat Chicago homeowner. Unika set a goal to become a homeowner by the age of 30, and with her determination and our support, she achieved it. 💪 🏡 Homeownership should be within reach for everyone. This season, help make affordable homeownership a reality for more Chicagoans with a donation to Habitat Chicago. Tap the link below to donate: https://lnkd.in/giB-TuHn