Who Are We?
At Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County, we’re all about bringing people together to put God’s love into action. By building homes and creating stronger communities, we’re working to spread hope and make a real difference. Through teamwork and a shared purpose, we aim to create lasting, positive change for everyone involved.
Exciting Start and Rapid Progress on Three Rivers Habitat for Humanity Build
Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County, MI in partnership with the St. Joseph County Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, kicked off an exciting new build in Three Rivers with a groundbreaking celebration in August. The project is led by, JD Yoder, Habitat for Humanity Construction Manager and Lincoln Klinger, CTE Construction Trades instructor. This initiative offers students at Three Rivers High School the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of home construction while giving back to the community.
The future home, a cozy two-bedroom, one-bath house, will be located in a convenient spot in Three Rivers. Designed with future growth in mind, the home will feature a spacious basement that’s prepped for the addition of a third bedroom and second bathroom, allowing the partner family to expand as needed. This partnership not only helps provide affordable housing but also teaches students valuable career and life skills.
The project is progressing rapidly. The site has been cleared, excavated, and the foundation is completed. It’s always exciting to watch the early stages of construction come together as the groundwork is laid for a lasting home. Further updates reveal that the garage is also nearly finished, providing both practical storage space and room for future family activities. As the framework comes together, the home is beginning to take shape, inching closer to becoming a warm, welcoming space for its future residents.
Throughout this process, students are gaining real-world skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. Their hard work not only contributes to building a home but also instills a sense of pride and purpose, knowing that their efforts will make a lasting difference for a deserving family.
Stay connected for more updates on the progress of this home, and thank you to everyone who has supported or followed this project. Your contributions are building brighter futures through Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County!
Rapid progress is also happening on our latest build in Sturgis. The foundation, walls and roof are all complete and the interior framework is well under way! This will be a fantastic home for a future partner family with room to grow.
A FUTURE HOME IN STURGIS
Our Hope to Home Program Helps Provide a Path to Home Ownership by Helping Participants:
- Create manageable budgets
- Set realistic financial goals
- Improve your credit score
- Avoid delinquency on debt
- Qualify for appropriate loans
Ramping Up Our New Ramp Project!
Habitat’s Ramp program brings together community partners, skilled contractors, and dedicated volunteers to provide essential mobility solutions for families in need. By working together, the community helps build ramps, granting individuals the dignity and freedom to safely leave their homes and fully enjoy their living spaces for years to come.
Habitat's community volunteers play a crucial role in this program, contributing their time, skills, and compassion to make a tangible difference in the lives of others. Together, we are building a more inclusive and supportive community, one ramp at a time.
LOOKING AHEAD
Building Dreams Bash
April 10, 2025
This event promises delicious cuisine provided by Hip Padders Catering, drawings for generous donations from our community, and valuable insights into Habitat's mission. This is an excellent opportunity to discover how they can contribute to Habitat's vital initiatives, and how Habitat continues to make a positive difference in our community.
Hittin' Fore Homes
June 14, 2025
Enjoy a fun filled day of golf while supporting the mission of Habitat for Humanity SJCMI to "put God’s love into action, and bring people together to build homes, communities and hope."
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