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20 Years Under One Supportive Roof
April 3, 202520 Years Under One Supportive Roof Nearly two decades ago, Jill and Lea moved into their Habitat home. A home built not just with lumber and nails, but with love and teamwork. Today, they continue to thrive under the roof they helped raise—a home that has meant so much more than shelter We recently sat down…
Golden Hammer Society: In memory of Jane Barnetzke
March 4, 2025Golden Hammer Society: In memory of Jane Barnetzke A truly special group of donors make up our Golden Hammer Society—a dedicated group of legacy donors who include Fox Cities Habitat in their will or estate plans. Their generosity ensures that we can continue providing safe, affordable homes for families in our community for generations to…
What is a Habitat Youth Build?
February 4, 2025What is a Habitat Youth Build? A Habitat for Humanity Youth Build is more than just a construction project—it’s a transformative experience that equips young people with skills, confidence, and a sense of purpose. This initiative provides students with hands-on training in construction, teaching them practical skills such as framing, using construction equipment, and drywall…
A Look at 2024
January 8, 2025A Look at 2024 As we close out on another year, we wanted to reflect on all the milestones and achievements we reached in 2024. Since 1993, Fox Cities Habitat has served families in Waupaca, Outagamie, Calumet and Northern Winnebago counties. As always, our consistent mission is focused on building hope, community and safe affordable…
Home for Every Christmas
December 2, 2024Home for Every Christmas The journey to homeownership requires resilience and determination, and for Noel and Nadiesky, it was no exception. Originally from Cuba, this couple endured profound hardships under the ruling of the Castro brothers. They fought for equal human rights and were persecuted because of it. Noel’s father served in the Cuban Government…