Habitat Lincoln Celebrates Milestone

Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln (www.lincolnhabitat.org) will celebrate the completion of construction on its 150th home at 4426 St. Paul Ave next month.

Construction kick-off with a groundbreaking ceremony was held back in March, which included special guests and speakers including Lt. Gov. Mike Foley and Mayor Chris Beutler, as well as future homeowner, Claudia, and other Habitat speakers. The groundbreaking ceremony was a Nebraska 150 Celebration Official Event and open to the public. Construction is scheduled to wrap up in August 2017 and will culminate in a home dedication celebration.

Habitat Lincoln is currently raising funds in celebration and honor of the construction of home build 150, known as “Build #150.” “It’s remarkable that we are building our 150th home in just 29 years. And to share this milestone celebration with Nebraska’s 150th birthday makes it even more special. With an affordable mortgage, nearly 700 Lancaster County residents whose families have become homeowners, have life changing outcome: improved health, more educational opportunities, financial stability, and empowerment,” says Josh Hanshaw, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln.

There are many ways to be involved in this milestone build including volunteering, donating in-kind materials and services, and donating funds. Lots for future builds are also needed. Visit www.lincolnhabitat.org or call Christina at (402) 477-9184 for details on how to get involved and special events related to Build #150.