the latest from Habitat

Take action to support more housing in La Crosse

December 9, 2024

The La Crosse City Council is considering a pro-housing ordinance that would remove required minimums for off-street residential parking. Several years ago, the Council voted to…

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Tips to lower your energy bill and keep you comfy at home

December 5, 2024

Keeping a well-insulated home is important to stay cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and lower energy costs. This may seem intimidating to some,…

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Creating a ‘Third Place’ on Market Street

October 11, 2024

Habitat’s ReClaim team gives new life to old materials. We’ve salvaged stuff from schools, hotels, businesses, and homes before they’re renovated or torn down. It’s a…

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8 ways to volunteer with Habitat

September 16, 2024

Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity is more than just swinging a hammer-it’s about building stronger communities, fostering connections, and making a lasting impact. Whether you’re looking…

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Your guide to volunteering with Habitat: 4 simple steps

August 20, 2024

Are you looking for ways to give back to your community and make a real difference? From hands-on building projects to behind-the-scenes support, there are opportunities…

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Unveiling the magic of the ReStore’s Recycling Room

July 8, 2024

Ever wondered what happens to those items that don’t quite make it to the shelves at the Habitat ReStore? Well, wonder no more! Meet RJ and…

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Treasure in the wall: A ReClaim discovery

June 27, 2024

Habitat La Crosse’s ReClaim program salvages usable from construction and remodeling projects that would otherwise end up in landfills. This is a totally FREE service to…

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Support affordable, inclusive housing: 9 things you can do now

June 5, 2024

This past April, Habitat for Humanity and its community partners hosted a program called Then + Now: Housing Access, Insecurity, and Discrimination in La Crosse. Over…

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7 things you didn’t know the ReStore sold

May 31, 2024

The Habitat ReStore is more than just a secondhand furniture store. Here are 7 items you didn’t know you could find at the ReStore! 1. Tools…

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My time at Habitat: reflections from a Habitat Youth Apprentice

May 23, 2024

Reflections from Kallie Arenz, Community Outreach Apprentice Habitat for Humanity welcomes Youth Apprentices from the School District of La Crosse. The Youth Apprenticeship program “integrates school-based…

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