Last year, we started a project to reintroduce you to the Habitat Oregon team. To round out the Q-and-As, we have Executive Director Shannon Vilhauer. Let’s hear directly from Shannon: I like to say that I’ve grown up professionally working for Habitat for Humanity. Way back in October of 1999, I began serving as a […]
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Habitat at the Capitol: Feb. 15-17, 2022
Join Habitat for Humanity supporters from around the state to advocate for policies that help strengthen household resiliency and improve home affordability. Register now! During the week of Feb. 15-17, 2022, participants will connect with Oregon lawmakers and staff to share their stories and urge support for Habitat’s legislative priorities. This event is free for […]
5 ways to give on Giving Tuesday
GivingTuesday is a global movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Whether it’s some of […]
Meet the team: Kayla
In her current role as Resource Manager, Kayla is the first point of contact for our 24 Habitat affiliates, our partner organizations, and the public. Kayla manages Habitat Oregon’s down payment assistance program and our region-wide networking groups, and she is newly taking the reins of Habitat Oregon’s IDA program. Kayla also supports the Executive Director and Grant Portfolio Director with grant management; she has her paws in a little bit of everything.
Habitat Equity Academy for Leaders launches with 30 participants
Habitat Equity Academy for Leaders is a year-long leadership initiative designed for Habitat for Humanity staff and board members centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Meet the team: Megan
As the main guardian of this website, it feels weird to talk about myself but here we are! We continue with staff (re)introductions: Megan Parrott is the Director of Engagement at Habitat for Humanity of Oregon. In this role, Megan coordinates communication among affiliates — as well as outreach to Habitat’s broader network of supporters […]
National Preparedness Month: Teach youth about preparedness
Being prepared for disasters starts at home. Everyone can be part of helping to prepare for emergencies. As a parent, guardian, or another family member, you have an important role to play when it comes to protecting the children in your life and helping them be prepared in case disaster strikes.
National Preparedness Month: Low-cost, no-cost tips
Natural disasters don’t wait for a convenient time. Preparing for them shouldn’t wait either. Start today by taking low-cost and no-cost actions to lessen the impact of disasters and emergencies for you and your family.
National Preparedness Month: Build a kit
A disaster survival kit includes supplies your family might need to survive in the event of a disaster. It should be easy to carry and can be used at home or taken with you in case you must evacuate during an emergency. You can purchase a pre-assembled emergency kit or create your own. Be sure your kit is prepared well before a disaster strikes, and check your supplies every three months. When assembling your own disaster supply kit, keep the following in mind.
Meet the team: Reianna
Since we haven’t been able to connect in person over the last year, we wanted to step back and reintroduce you to our small but mighty team at Habitat for Humanity of Oregon—starting with Director of Programs Reianna DaRosa: In this role, Reianna provides day-to-day support to affiliate staff and board members and oversees our […]