Stories
From volunteering and donating to purchasing homes, shopping at Omaha’s Habitat ReStore and so much more, people partner with Habitat for Humanity of Omaha in a variety of ways. It’s these people who shape Habitat Omaha and help us as we strive to achieve our vision, “a world where everyone has a decent place to live”. Learn more about Habitat Omaha and find out how you can get involved by reading their stories.
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15 years in the making: Erika’s road to homeownership
Originally from Guatemala, Erika applied for a permanent resident card in 2006 in hopes of one day being able to purchase a house.
Volunteer spotlight: Meet Amber
Volunteering at a Habitat for Humanity build site is one of Amber Minick’s bucket list items. She regularly volunteers at the West Maple Habitat ReStore.
Life-long resident brings more art to North Omaha
Meet Pam Berry, local artist, Omaha native, and long-time Habitat Omaha homeowner.
Opportunities in Bellevue: Cost of Home Conversation
As we work to expand our efforts in Sarpy County, we had a Cost of Home Conversation with Bellevue Mayor Rusty Hike to talk about the state of housing in his city.
Women Build: Cost of Home Conversation
Our CEO, Amanda Brewer, was joined by Habitat Omaha homeowner, Cynthia Stubblefield, and Sen. Tony Vargas to discuss housing in our community.
The historic heart of North Omaha
Many historic buildings and businesses live in the heart of North Omaha. We encourage you to take a walking tour, see the buildings and support the businesses along the historic 24th Street corridor.
American history through the lens of African Americans
The Great Plains Black History Museum provides a space to learn, explore, reflect, and remind us of our history through a variety of permanent and temporary exhibits.
Nobody does soul food like Big Mama’s Kitchen – nobody
What started as a part-time catering service in Patricia “Big Mama” Barron’s kitchen turned into a family-owned restaurant that has carried Big Mama’s name and legacy beyond Omaha.
We LOVE our staff
We don’t say it often enough, but we LOVE our staff. Last year was a heavy lift for us all, which made it even more inspiring and HEART-ening to see individuals and teams rise to the challenge.
A look back at 2020
Since 1984, Habitat Omaha has helped families and individuals in our community build and improve places to call home, because we believe in the strength and stability it provides — now as much as ever.
2020: Welcoming Our Neighbors Home
We invite you to get to know some of the homeowners who have built the foundations of their future with Habitat Omaha in the last year. Each journey is a story of resilience and hope
‘One of the best days’
December 21 will be a day Abdallah and Sadiya will always remember. After months of eagerly waiting, the couple signed their mortgage documents and received the keys to their very first home.
Their last move
After having moved multiple times, Niesje is ready to pack her belongings one last time to move into her fully renovated Habitat Omaha house.
A unique opportunity through the CARES Act
We are pleased to inform you of a law that could help you, and potentially Habitat Omaha. Did you know the CARES Act offers some tax relief for donors?
New plan, new name, same need
The support of our nine Pro Build builder partners will make a difference this year and have a lasting impact for generations to come.