Originally from Burma, Beh Beh faced many hardships. She was stressed and unhappy. Her health began to improve after moving into her Habitat Omaha home.
Homeowner Stories
Building Memories
It has been a long day and although there’s a lot of unpacking to do, Cynethia can’t stop smiling as she realizes her dream of becoming a homeowner has finally come true.
Our collective impact in 2019
These numbers and the results they represent would not be possible without our many partnerships, including the one we have with you. Together, we responded to devastating floods, provided affordable home loans to families, helped individuals repair their houses, and much more.
2019: Welcome home, new homeowners
For these families, 2019 marked both beginnings and ends. The end of unstable, unaffordable housing; the start of a new chapter as homeowners.
“Our beautiful palace”
“The most incredible part of this whole thing is that it’s not only just getting a house, but we’ve actually changed our lives,” Greg said when talking about his family’s home-buying experience.
Help on the road to homeownership
Through our Almost Home efforts, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha helps people who don’t currently qualify for our Homeownership Program navigate the complicated steps to becoming “mortgage ready” – a key milestone on the road to homeownership.
U.S. Army Veteran August finds his home in Omaha
August knew he would serve his country since he was a teenager, but as he planned for his future, he never imagined he would experience homelessness.
How affordable is housing? Test your knowledge
How affordable is housing? Test your knowledge with our Q-and-A.
Phylis’ letter: You can’t put a price on inspiration
Phylis’ street was revitalized during the year’s first Rock the Block held in Omaha’s Minne Lusa neighborhood. She shared a letter, reflecting on how the experience has changed her home, her neighborhood and her outlook.
A New Partnership for Affordable Housing
Habitat Omaha and the Omaha Housing Authority’s partnership puts affordable homeownership opportunities in reach for more Omahans.