A 360-Degree Home Transformation
January 7, 2020
After an overgrown hedge threatened to overtake Beverly and Dale’s backyard, they reached out to Habitat for Humanity to restore their home.
Read More >A Right to Return
August 6, 2019
In efforts to combat years of gentrification and a legacy of displacement, Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East is partnering with the City of Portland to enact the North/Northeast Preference Policy. Construction is now underway on the first two Habitat communities built under this new initiative.
Read More >Reconstructing a Work of Art: Jon’s Journey to Home Repair
April 30, 2019
Tucked behind a sage green home in Portland’s Cully neighborhood is Marine Veteran and local artist, Jon, busy at work in his garage-transformed-workshop. He’s eying the proportions of his current…
Read More >Springtime in the Winter: Transforming Claire’s Yard
December 31, 2018
With a yard filled with remnants collected from years passed, Claire’s corner lot was in much need of a transformation, but she didn’t have the ability to tackle this project…
Read More >Our New Model: Permanent Affordability
November 6, 2018
Did you know Habitat homes are now permanently affordable? We’re committed to a Portland Metro region that is affordable to families and individuals living on low incomes–not just today, but…
Read More >A Helping Hand for Critical Repairs
July 2, 2018
Julie Flemming has called the Cully neighborhood home for the past 16 years, after purchasing her home in 2002 following a divorce. She loves her neighborhood and spends her free…
Read More >A Critical Roof Repair Keeps Cully Musicians Dry
December 7, 2017
Anne and Dub DeBrie’s NE Portland home has a spacious-feel, with vaulted ceilings and richly-colored walls covered with photos and memorabilia from their decades spent as well-known local musicians. Their…
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