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Featured | June 12, 2025

Rocking the Block in Terrace Park

Our annual Rock the Block neighborhood revitalization event took place June 4-7 in the Terrace Park neighborhood in Sioux Falls! This was the first time the event has taken place in the neighborhood, and it was thanks to the partnership of the Terrace Park Neighborhood Association. Over 80 volunteers from local businesses and the community came together to complete 11 projects throughout the week. Projects included painting, tree planting, yard cleanup, minor home repairs and park improvements. Read Article Read Article
Habitat volunteers smile while painting a retaining wall.

Rocking the Block in Terrace Park

Our annual Rock the Block neighborhood revitalization event took place June 4-7 in the Terrace Park neighborhood in Sioux Falls! This was the first...

Events June 12, 2025
Portraits of the new Habitat homebuyer partners captioned "Habitat's 2025-26 Homebuyer Partners"

Introducing our new homebuyer partners!

We're excited to announce that our Family Selection committee and Board of Directors approved and welcomed 10 applicants into the Homeownership program for the...

News May 22, 2025

Welcome Home, Rebecca!

On May 2, we welcomed Rebecca and her family into their new Granite Valley home built in partnership with CTE Academy! Learn more about...

News May 7, 2025
Habitat home built by CTE Academy students. This single-family home is shingled with green siding, a two-stall garage, white doors and trim with brick detail on the garage.

You’re Invited: Habitat Open House

Have you ever wanted to tour a completed Habitat home? Come to our open house at 1700 E. 71st Street N. from 4-6 p.m....

Events April 16, 2025
A class of adults listens intently to someone in front of them.

HEROs Help

Housing Education Resource Organization (HERO) certificates are awarded after completing homebuyer education. Learn how they can help future homebuyers and Habitat applicants!

News April 2, 2025

An Impactful 2024

Our 2024 Impact Report is here, and we’re so excited to share what we’ve accomplished together! With the help of our amazing community of...

News February 7, 2025
Portrait of President Jimmy Carter

Honoring President Carter

Today is the National Day of Mourning for President Carter, a man who spent his life serving others and championed the work of Habitat...

News January 9, 2025
Ali and Rumiya look at each other and smile while holding up the keys to their new home.

Home for the Holidays

On December 6, we welcomed Ali, Rumiya and their family into their new home built in partnership with Harrisburg High School! It was a...

News December 31, 2024
Students and staff at Terry Redlin smile with Habitat's Kevin Healy and State Farm's Bill Thompson at one of their brand-new picnic tables.

Thank You, Good Neighbors!

Since 2007, State Farm has elevated Habitat youth initiatives across the country with their unwavering support. Thanks to a State Farm Youth Action Grant, we purchased...

News December 4, 2024
$10,000 small blue gift + $10,000 small orange gift = $20,000 large green gift

Let’s Meet the Match

This Giving Tuesday, we need your help to meet the match! An anonymous donor will generously match gifts made on December 3 up to...

News November 25, 2024
Longtime volunteers Steve and Kaye Cook receive the John Homstad Volunteer of the Year award from Habitat team members Jason and Brittany.

2024 John Homstad Volunteers of the Year: Steve & Kaye Cook

On September 5 we recognized the first recipients of the John Homstad Volunteer of the Year award – Steve and Kaye Cook! Steve’s parents...

News November 14, 2024
Habitat homeowner smiles with his daughter in front of their new home.

Help Habitat Dream Big

Selfless giving from supporters like you helps us continue to push our boundaries, forge new partnerships and extend our ministry's reach. Help us dream...

News November 1, 2024