Together, we can help make the #CostOfHome something we all can afford This weekend, we’re thrilled to mark the second anniversary of Habitat for Humanity’s nationwide campaign, the Cost of Home. Habitat for Humanity of Oregon has been working alongside hundreds of partners and supporters across the country to find the solutions that will allow […]
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Press Release: SB 458 passes Oregon Legislature
Oregon Legislature passes Senate Bill 458, legislation that simplifies the land division process for middle housing Habitat Oregon leads effort to advocate for expanded access to homeownership, especially for first-time homebuyers Contact: Megan Parrott (email) Director of Engagement Habitat for Humanity of Oregon View this press release as a PDF SALEM, OR — Yesterday, the […]
Habitat for Humanity to Congress: Fund housing investments as part of a national infrastructure package
More than 560 Habitat for Humanity organizations from all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia sign letter to congressional leadership ATLANTA (March 26, 2021) — Asserting that housing is a vital part of the nation’s infrastructure, Habitat for Humanity International and more than 560 local Habitat organizations are calling on congressional leaders […]
2021 Legislative Priorities
Habitat for Humanity of Oregon is supporting a number of bills moving through the Oregon Legislature. You can track legislation in real-time by clicking on the bill numbers below. Lead Item PASSED! Ensuring Homeownership Opportunities in Our Communities (SB 458): Habitat Oregon and the Oregon Homebuilders Association are co-leading this effort to facilitate a straightforward […]
Habitat at the Capitol: March 9-11, 2021
This week, housing advocates from every corner of the state are meeting with 33+ Oregon legislators during Habitat for Humanity of Oregon’s annual event, Habitat at the Capitol.
Habitat Oregon advocates for home affordability at national conference
Habitat for Humanity of Oregon will join hundreds of local Habitat organizations and home affordability advocates on Feb. 9-11 for Habitat for Humanity’s annual legislative conference, held virtually for the first time: Habitat on the Hill 2021: For home, from home.
Habitat at the Capitol: Details
Habitat at the Capitol is an opportunity for Habitat homeowners and supporters from around the state to unite as advocates for safe and affordable housing. During the week of Feb. 15-17, participants will meet with one or two Oregon legislators (your representative and senator), depending on availability and scheduling. Register now! Why should I attend […]
How Habitat is continuing to pursue our mission during COVID-19
For many families, those who were already struggling with a need for decent and affordable housing, their daily lives have only become more challenging.
Black Lives Matter
We are angry, heartbroken and devastated. We cannot fathom the trauma our Black communities are experiencing. We commit to using our platform to speak out against the systemic racism plaguing our nation. Racism permeates all systems and institutions in our society—including justice. For George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, Sean Reed and many […]