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How winterizing a home can save money for Habitat familiesMinnesota winters can place heavy demands on a household budget. Heating systems work harder, drafts make rooms uncomfortable, and frozen pipes or ice-related…A community fundraiser that turned goodwill into safe homesA successful community fundraiser begins with a local need people can understand. For Habitat for Humanity Freeborn/Mower, that need is safe, affordable…From Habitat Homeowner to Community VolunteerThe story of a Habitat homeowner who became a volunteer often begins with a practical need: a roof that holds back the weather, a safer place for children, or…How Habitat’s ReStore Helps Reduce Household WasteHousehold waste often begins with items that still have useful life. A cabinet removed during a kitchen update, a sofa replaced during a move, or a box of…How to use a hammer and saw: basic skills for Habitat volunteersA hammer and handsaw are among the most useful tools on a Habitat construction or repair site. They are simple to operate, yet good results depend on grip,…The difference between a Habitat home and a typical market homeA home is more than a roof, a mortgage, and a set of keys. It is a place where children grow, routines become stable, and families can plan for the future. Yet…How to Make a Tax-Deductible Donation of Building MaterialsDonating usable building materials can keep valuable resources out of landfills while supporting safe, affordable housing in Freeborn and Mower counties. Items…How to Sign Up for a Habitat Build Day OnlineA Habitat for Humanity build day is a practical way to support affordable housing in Freeborn and Mower counties. Volunteers may help with new home…Building strong homes in rural MinnesotaBuilding a home in a rural community involves more than placing a structure on a parcel of land. Distance, weather, limited infrastructure, and a smaller pool…How Local Realtors Help Habitat Find Land for New BuildsBuilding an affordable home begins long before construction materials arrive on site. For Habitat for Humanity Freeborn/Mower, the search for suitable land is…