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Help Celebrate Jordan Gibson, Habitat for Humanity Board Member
The Springfield Business Journal’s inaugural Nonprofit Excellence Awards is set to shine a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of local nonprofits and the individuals who propel them forward. This year, we’re thrilled to announce that our own Jordan Gibson, a dedicated board member of Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri, has been honored with the …
Habitat for Humanity and 4×4 Brewing Company – Partnership for a Better Community
We are thrilled to share the wonderful news of our recent collaboration with 4×4 Brewing Company, where we had the honor of being their charity of the month for June. This partnership was an incredible experience, filled with community spirit, generosity, and of course, great 4×4 brew! Bingo Nights: Fun and Fundraising June was a …
Contractors Can Partner with Habitat for Humanity!
In addition to building and renovating homes for its home buying program in Greene County, Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri, operates an owner-occupied home repair program through staff and contractors. Repairs focus on crucial health, safety and home preservation issues and include repairing/replacing mechanical systems – HVAC, electrical and plumbing; replacing roofs, windows, siding, …
Rethinking Overhead: A New Narrative for Essential Nonprofit Expenses
In a recent edition of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks’ The Philanthropist newsletter, outgoing CFO President and CFO Brian Fogle explored a pervasive misconception known as “the overhead myth”. In the nonprofit world, there has long been a misguided belief suggesting that the effectiveness of a charitable organization can be accurately measured by its …
Donate Holiday Items and Decorations
As we reach the end of the holiday season, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore encourages the Greene County community to donate holiday items and decorations. Each year, the Habitat Springfield ReStore saves all Christmas items donated throughout the year and puts them out for sale at the beginning of November in our Christmas Extravaganza. The …
Partner Purchases Home Just in Time for the Holidays
Lisa Duke, a Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri, Partner Homebuyer will by home for the holidays! She will purchase her Habitat home on December 20, just in time for Lisa, her three kids, and brother to celebrate their first Christmas in their new home. Lisa is a single mother of 3 very active teen …
Giving Back to Veteran
U.S. Navy veteran Larry Arnall is now the proud recipient of a brand-new roof, a transformation made possible through the combined efforts of Habitat Springfield’s home repair preservation program, Dale’s Roofing, and the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. Dale’s Roofing, an Owens Corning Platinum Roofing Contractor, played a pivotal role in making this transformation possible. …
Thrift Store Treasures: Why You Should Shop at the Habitat Springfield ReStore
When it comes to shopping for home improvement items and decor, you don’t always need to break the bank to find high-quality items. Thrift stores have gained immense popularity for their unique finds, affordable prices, and eco-friendly approach to shopping. If you’re in the Springfield area and looking for an exceptional thrift store experience, the …
How to get Involved with Habitat Springfield
Habitat for Humanity is a global organization that has been transforming lives and communities for decades through its mission of providing affordable housing to those in need. Here in Springfield, Missouri, we are dedicated to building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter, in Greene County, Missouri. If you’re interested in giving back to your community …
The Power of Third-Party Fundraisers: Supporting Habitat Springfield
At Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri, we are dedicated to providing safe and affordable housing to those in need within our community. We rely on the collective efforts of volunteers, donors, and partners to make a significant impact. In this blog, we explore the importance of third-party fundraisers for Habitat Springfield and the positive …
Affordable Housing: A Basic Need for a Better Life
Affordable housing is one of the most important social issues of our time. It is a basic necessity for human survival, and it has a direct impact on our health, education, and overall quality of life. Every two years through a collaborative effort between the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, the Springfield Area Chamber of …
Celebrating 35 Years
Dear Greene County community, It is with great joy and excitement that we celebrate our 35th anniversary as an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity in 2023. Since our establishment in 1988, we have been dedicated to providing safe, decent, and affordable housing for individuals and families in need in our community for 35 years. …
A Significant Achievement for our Homebuying Program and Volunteers
The construction of the Brower Street home, which kicked off on June 25, 2022, and concluded on March 21, 2023, was a significant achievement for Habitat for Humanity and its partners. Through the collective efforts of the volunteers, a beautiful and energy-efficient home was constructed for a family of five with four children of varying ages and …
Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter at Dora High School: Making a Difference in the Community
The Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter at Dora High School in Dora, Missouri, has worked hard this year, making a positive impact in their community. The students have been busy with a variety of projects, from creating cookbooks for our partner homebuyers to planning a vegetable garden for those who are food insecure. One of …
March 2023 is Habitat for Humanity Month at Community Blood Center of the Ozarks
Donors May Dedicate Their LifePoints Blood Donation to Habitat for Humanity in March to Triple Their Impact. Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce they are the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) LifePoints Lift Partner of the Month for March. Blood donors who have signed up for the LifePoints rewards program could help …
Recognizing Habitat Advocate, President Jimmy Carter
In celebration of President’s Day, we’d like to acknowledge the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter. James (Jimmy) Earl Carter, Jr., has been a powerful advocate in support for affordable, decent housing for all. In March of 1984, when he was jogging by the New York City Habitat build he thought to himself, …
Framed Home Donated by Northside Christian Church
Members of Northside Christian Church participating in Help Build Hope, a program of Crossroads Missions, framed a home for a Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri (HFHS) Partner Homebuyer. Help Build Hope offers local churches an opportunity to engage its members by dedicating time, resources, hands, and prayers to frame a house for someone in …
FORVIS Funds New Habitat Construction Truck
FORVIS granted Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri (HFHS) $15,000 to purchase an additional truck for the construction crew. The HFHS 5-person construction team completes upwards of 80 projects each year including homebuilding, exterior repairs, water remediation, accessibility modifications, and minor plumbing and electrical repairs for individuals and families in the Ozarks. The Habitat construction …
Bridget Bauer and Diana Weber Welcomed to Habitat Team
Bridget Bauer (Grant Officer) and Diana Weber (Events Manager) have joined Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, MO (Habitat Springfield. Prior to joining Habitat for Humanity, Bridget worked in the USDA feeding programs. She came to Habitat from Life360 Community Services where she was a Regional Compliance Officer for the USDA afterschool at-risk feeding program. Her …
A Surprise Donation
Last December I received a call from Chris Wilson. At the time, Chris was a maintenance supervisor for a local property management company. We spoke often as Chris was a wonderful advocate for our mission and oversaw many donations to our ReStore. During the call, Chris asked if he could come by and speak with …
Amber Mueller Promoted to Director of Development and Partnerships
Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri, has promoted Amber Mueller to Director of Development and Partnerships. Amber joined Habitat Springfield in June 2022 as Events & Engagement Manager. She steps into the Director role effective immediately. As the Director of Development and Partnerships Amber will be responsible for fund development and creating meaningful and lasting …
