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This February, our very own Community Engagement Manager, Jessica, had the incredible opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. to attend Habitat on the Hill—Habitat for Humanity’s annual legislative conference that brings together affiliates from all over the country. Habitat on the Hill (HOTH) is more than just a gathering; it’s a powerful advocacy experience…

Veteran Repair for Fernando and Family Completed We are thrilled to announce the completion of a critical home repair for Fernando and his family, a proud veteran, through Habitat for Humanity’s Repair Corps program. This vital work was made possible by the generous support of The Home Depot Foundation. The Habitat for Humanity Repair…

We are thrilled to announce that Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity has earned the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid! This recognition underscores our commitment to transparency and accountability in all aspects of our work. What is Candid? Candid is a prominent nonprofit organization formed in 2019 through the merger of GuideStar and…

by Caitlyn Baylor, Grants and Special Initiatives Director I grew up in Rockford, where, for five years, I attended Martin Luther King Junior Elementary School on Rockford’s southwest side.  Every morning, first through fifth grade, right hands on our hearts, we began our day with the “peacemaker pledge.” The last line of our daily…

As part of our 35th year celebrations, Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity is presenting a visual display about the organization and its history in the lobby of City Hall. The display, titled “Housing Matters,” will be a combination of informational posters about Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity, photographs spanning 35 years, and artwork by…