Habitat for Humanity - Springfield, Missouri

Government Shutdown Impacts Affordable Housing

The government shutdown is impacting affordable housing: A letter from Larry Peterson, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri. Missouri Legislators, As a constituent in your district and, as Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, … Continue Reading.

Home for the Holiday’s: Misty’s Story

"With Habitat's help, we can own our own home and be stable once again!" - Misty, Habitat Homeowner - 2015. Misty's Habitat Story: Misty is a single mother of five children, four boys and a girl. "I can't afford a home with enough room... so we're living with a friend until I can find a house … Continue Reading.

Home for the Holiday’s: LeRoy’s Story

"It was time to own my own home, and with Habitat's affordable mortgage program, it was possible!" - LeRoy, Habitat Homeowner since 2016. LeRoy's Habitat Story: LeRoy and his wife owned a modest home, but were struggling to keep up with bills. Sadly, LeRoy's wife passed away leaving only one … [Read More...]

Home for the Holidays: Nickita’s Story

"I need a Habitat home because I didn't set out to be a single parent, but to be the very best parent I can be!" - Nickita, Habitat Homeowner since 2016. Nickita's Habitat Story: Nickita applied to be a Habitat Homeowner in July 2014. She was stuck in a cycle of paying rent and wanted to provide a … [Read More...]