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Building a New Future: Terrence’s Story
After years of military service and providing for his three children, Terrence Gragson found himself searching for a career change. A Cincinnati native and two-time Iraq War veteran, Terrence served in the United States Army from 2006 to 2017. When the economy slowed and job opportunities became harder to find, he began looking for a new career that felt stable. That search led him to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati’s Construction Training Program. Over the six-wee
2 days ago1 min read


Global Village: El Salvador 2026
From February 13-21, 2026, eighteen representatives from Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati traveled to El Salvador as part of Habitat for Humanity International’s Global Village program that combines service-learning and cultural immersion for a weeklong international volunteer experience.
Mar 184 min read


Advocacy Alert!
Habitat has submitted a request to the City of Cincinnati for funds from their carryover budget. This Tuesday, February 17, 2026, City Council is voting to approve the request during their budget meeting. These funds will be used to build Affordable Homeownership Opportunities in the City of Cincinnati.
Feb 161 min read


Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati Appoints Nadine Gibson as Organization’s First Chief Operations Officer
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati is pleased to announce the appointment of Nadine Gibson as Chief Operations Officer. Gibson is the first individual to officially hold this title as the organization expands the former Director of Operations role to meet evolving needs and an anticipated period of significant growth. Gibson is an experienced project manager with an extensive background in real estate and deep-rooted ties to the Cincinnati nonprofit community. She b
Feb 112 min read


Veteran Repair Program: Shirley’s Story of Service and Safety at Home
On Veteran’s Day, Shirley welcomed volunteers to her 1950‘s home on a tree-lined street in Forest Park. Shirley, a U.S. Marine veteran, was nominated for a landscaping project as part of Habitat’s Veteran’s Day of service event. Shirley is a part of Habitat’s Veteran Repair Program. Over the last few years, Shirley's husband experienced health and mobility challenges, and Shirley often worried about accidents during simple daily routines, such as stepping into the shower. Thr
Feb 112 min read


Global Village: Asheville 2025
In mid-October 2025, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati traveled down to Asheville, North Carolina, to build with Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) for one week!
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Kickin’ it with Ken at the ReStore
Learn about the ReStore while Kickin' it with Ken.
May 13, 20251 min read


Create a Clutter-Free Home This Spring & Support Your Community
This post was written by Tina Wilmhoff Spring's arrival sparks a natural desire to revamp our living spaces. More than a simple clean,...
Apr 28, 20254 min read


Empowering Women Through Construction
In honor of Women’s Month, we're spotlighting the incredible women inspiring other women on build sites across the region.
Apr 7, 20252 min read


Habitat on the Hill 2025
In February, we had the privilege of attending Habitat on the Hill in Washington, D.C., where Habitat for Humanity advocates from across the
Mar 13, 20252 min read


Global Village: Nepal 2025
During the last week of February 2025, fifteen representatives from Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati traveled to Nepal.
Mar 11, 20253 min read


Advancing Black Homeownership
Written by Morgan Ford Homeownership is more than having a place to live. It brings stability, opportunity, and a way to build wealth for...
Jan 31, 20252 min read


Global Village: Kenya 2024
Written by Allie Bishop Africa has been on my bucket list since before I can remember. I've always been an animal lover, particularly...
Jan 31, 20253 min read


Exciting Rock the Block Announcement!
Rock the Block is coming back in the spring in a slightly new reimagined format. Instead of just one day, Rock the Block will be spread...
Sep 27, 20242 min read


"This is Home:" Evelyn's New Roof with our Critical Repair Program
Evelyn needed repairs on her roof. She wasn't sure how she was going to get the help needed, but she knew she wasn't going to leave her...
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Selling Online vs. Donating to a Habitat ReStore
We all reach a point where our house or garage is filled with things we no longer need, and it's time to clear them out. Selling these...
Sep 6, 20243 min read


Stitch a Home, Build a Home: How a Local Needleartist Pulled her Community Together for a Cause
"I always loved to stitch," said Cecelia, a Cincinnati-based needle artist with a heart for her community. About 30 years ago, Cecelia...
Jul 24, 20243 min read


A Spotlight on Megan in our Construction Training Program
The Habitat for Humanity Construction Training Program, or CTP, is a workforce development initiative designed to train and prepare...
Jun 11, 20244 min read


Foundation Sponsor, Delta Air Lines, Reflects on their Partnership with Habitat.
Matt Heringer, Engagement Center Manager at Delta Airlines has been involved with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati for over 20 yea
May 1, 20242 min read


A Stake in Your Community: Where is Jewel Now?
Jewel has lived in her Habitat home for six years now. She has one son, who is currently looking to find his own place, and recently got...
Jan 8, 20243 min read

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