Call Your Senators Today to Support Affordable Housing!

Take Action Today! 

Breaking Down Barriers

to Affordable Housing

Advocacy at Habitat for Humanity focuses on breaking down barriers to affordable housing. We work on policy changes both in the U.S. and globally. Building homes is crucial, but it’s only part of the solution.

TAKE ACTION TODAY!!! 

Tell Senators Fischer and Ricketts: Please Support Affordable Housing!

  • Contact Nebraska’s U.S. Senators
    Sen. Deb Fischer
    Washington, D.C.: (202) 224-6551
    Nebraska Office: (402) 441-4600

    Online Contact Form
    		 Sen. Pete Ricketts
    Washington, D.C.: (202) 224-4224
    Nebraska Office: (402) 550-8040

    Online Contact Form

    A quick call or message can help ensure housing affordability remains a priority for Nebraska families.

  • Support the ROAD to Housing Act

    The Senate will soon consider the ROAD to Housing Act, legislation designed to boost housing supply, reduce regulatory barriers, and make homeownership more attainable for Americans.

    This legislation would:

    • Increase the supply of affordable homes

    • Expand access to homeownership

    • Strengthen long-term housing stability for homeowners

    Passing the ROAD to Housing Act will help lower housing costs, expand opportunities for families, and create more secure communities. Your voice can help move this legislation forward.

  • Why Your Voice Matters

    Housing affordability is a growing challenge for many families across Nebraska. Supporting policies that expand housing supply and reduce barriers to homeownership can help ensure more families have the opportunity to build stability and generational wealth.

    By contacting your Senators, you help demonstrate that affordable housing is a priority for your community. Constituent calls are one of the most effective ways elected officials understand what matters most to the people they represent.

  • What to Say When You Call

    When you call your Senator’s office, you’ll likely speak with a staff member who tracks constituent opinions. Your call can be brief — even a minute or two makes an impact.

    Here’s a simple outline:

    1. Introduce yourself and share where you live (Omaha, Bellevue, etc.).

    2. Explain why affordable housing matters to you in one or two sentences (for example: homes in my neighborhood are getting more expensive, or young families are being priced out).

    3. Ask the Senator to support the ROAD to Housing Act.

    4. Share why you support the legislation, such as increasing housing supply or expanding homeownership opportunities.

    5. Close by saying you’ll be following the issue and look forward to hearing how the Senator plans to vote.

  • Let Us Know You Called!

     

Sen. Deb Fischer
Washington, D.C.: (202) 224-6551
Nebraska Office: (402) 441-4600

Online Contact Form
 Sen. Pete Ricketts
Washington, D.C.: (202) 224-4224
Nebraska Office: (402) 550-8040

Online Contact Form

A quick call or message can help ensure housing affordability remains a priority for Nebraska families.

The Senate will soon consider the ROAD to Housing Act, legislation designed to boost housing supply, reduce regulatory barriers, and make homeownership more attainable for Americans.

This legislation would:

  • Increase the supply of affordable homes

  • Expand access to homeownership

  • Strengthen long-term housing stability for homeowners

Passing the ROAD to Housing Act will help lower housing costs, expand opportunities for families, and create more secure communities. Your voice can help move this legislation forward.

Housing affordability is a growing challenge for many families across Nebraska. Supporting policies that expand housing supply and reduce barriers to homeownership can help ensure more families have the opportunity to build stability and generational wealth.

By contacting your Senators, you help demonstrate that affordable housing is a priority for your community. Constituent calls are one of the most effective ways elected officials understand what matters most to the people they represent.

When you call your Senator’s office, you’ll likely speak with a staff member who tracks constituent opinions. Your call can be brief — even a minute or two makes an impact.

Here’s a simple outline:

  1. Introduce yourself and share where you live (Omaha, Bellevue, etc.).

  2. Explain why affordable housing matters to you in one or two sentences (for example: homes in my neighborhood are getting more expensive, or young families are being priced out).

  3. Ask the Senator to support the ROAD to Housing Act.

  4. Share why you support the legislation, such as increasing housing supply or expanding homeownership opportunities.

  5. Close by saying you’ll be following the issue and look forward to hearing how the Senator plans to vote.

 

  • 45

    Percent of local renters who regularly spend 30% or more of their income on housing

  • 26

    Percent average gap between a renter’s income and the cost of rent

  • 34

    Percent approximate reduction in the number of available homes for sale in our area

  • 100

    Percent of children we want to grow up with a stable and quality place to live

Omaha faces an affordable housing crisis, with soaring rents, stagnant wages and very low vacancy rates. This needs to change.

That’s where you come in.

Ways to Help

Habitat for Humanity of Omaha

  • Support Legislative Outreach
    Support Legislative Outreach

    You can help take important issues related to our work straight to our State legislators, ensuring our message reaches the places where decisions are made. Our commitment to nonpartisan advocacy is strong, and we consistently find support for affordable housing from elected officials across all political parties.

    Sign Up
  • Habitat Voices in Action Advocacy Group
    Become a part of our Voices in Action Advocacy Group

    During monthly meetings at the Habitat Omaha office, homeowners will learn about issues affecting our community and how you can be involved in legislation to affect positive change.

    Sign Up
  • Share Words of Support
    Share stories, statistics and words of support within your own network

    Tell others on your social media platforms and within your personal and professional network why you’re passionate about affordable housing to inspire others to join the cause.

  • Donate
    Donate funds, land and/or building materials

    Habitat Omaha relies on financial support from local businesses, individuals and organizations. Less than 1% of local funding comes from Habitat International.

    Donate Now
Support Legislative Outreach

You can help take important issues related to our work straight to our State legislators, ensuring our message reaches the places where decisions are made. Our commitment to nonpartisan advocacy is strong, and we consistently find support for affordable housing from elected officials across all political parties.

Sign Up
Become a part of our Voices in Action Advocacy Group

During monthly meetings at the Habitat Omaha office, homeowners will learn about issues affecting our community and how you can be involved in legislation to affect positive change.

Sign Up
Share stories, statistics and words of support within your own network

Tell others on your social media platforms and within your personal and professional network why you’re passionate about affordable housing to inspire others to join the cause.

Donate funds, land and/or building materials

Habitat Omaha relies on financial support from local businesses, individuals and organizations. Less than 1% of local funding comes from Habitat International.

Donate Now

Why is Affordable Housing Important?

We’re all human, and we all deserve the chance to grow up with a safe and stable place to live. A home to love and to make our own. For many, their Habitat homes are the first time they’ve had their own bedrooms, with room to room and play.  Owning a home is a source of pride and empowerment for the entire family. Let’s bring that sense of stability that owning a home offers within reach for more families in Omaha.

Growing up in a Habitat Home

  • Health

    Poor housing conditions can have a harmful effect on health, particularly for children. However, children often see improvements in conditions like asthma and allergies after moving into Habitat for Humanity homes.

  • TRANSPORTATION

    When people have access to good, affordable housing close to their workplace, it eases the strain on our transportation system. This leads to less traffic congestion and helps cut down on commuting costs.

  • ECONOMIC GROWTH

    A thriving housing market draws in businesses that need diverse housing choices for their workforce.

  • ENVIRONMENT

    The energy-efficient homes that Habitat builds are cheaper for homeowners to maintain, meaning money can be spent on other necessities.

Past Advocacy Successes

The North Omaha Recovery Act

LB 1024 passed and the North Omaha community was allocated $450 million in funding, with $40 million going to affordable housing.

State ARPA funds for affordable housing

This state bill set aside $25 million in ARPA emergency rental funding for affordable housing.

Weatherization program

LB 306 expanded Nebraska’s weatherization program to include a line item in the state budget of $100,000 potentially growing that each year.

CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Tracie McPherson

We’re committed to leveling the playing field and need your help. Together, we can push for policies that promote affordable housing, ensuring everyone has a safe, stable place to call home.

“The positive effects of homeownership touch every aspect of a family’s life and create lasting impacts that benefit generations to come.”

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