Meet Our New Habitat Family!


The couple has been together for 14 years and has raised Jan's grandson, Hunter, a student at Apollo High School. Mark works at Beaver Island Brewery with his sons, who are owners of the business. Jan is employed by Lutheran Social Services and does direct support work with their clients.

"God, family, service" were Mark and Jan's words describing their family values and strong beliefs. Mark expressed his appreciation for Jan's generosity and caring attitude. Jan stated that Mark "grounds" her and is trustworthy and kind. The couple likes to garden and spend time together with Hunter. Jan is an avid reader and usually averages five books per week. Mark dabbles in woodworking and enjoys hunting and fishing with his brothers.
​
Mark is proud to have served in the army for six years. He was stationed at Fort Carson in Colorado and served as a Military Police Officer. His duties included training military officers who were going to Vietnam and assisting in relocating refugees from Saigon. Mark was deeply affected by the stories told by returning soldiers. His older brothers also served in the Vietnam war.

The family is very excited for the opportunity to own a home through Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity. They are looking forward to the privacy and space their new home will provide. Mark and Jan expressed gratitude on behalf of their family to everyone who has and continues to be a part of the journey to their new home.
We bring people together to build homes, dignity, and a bright future through affordable homeownership.
Since 2015, Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity has partnered with local high schools, colleges, and youth organizations to provide valuable, hands-on home building experiences for students.

With help from community donors, materials are delivered to the school and students and instructors build the upper level of a Habitat home from start to finish.

The home is moved to a donated or purchased lot at the end of the schoolyear and completed by community volunteers. The partnership with Habitat helps students prepare for promising careers in the trades. High school students gain experience framing, installing siding, roofing, trim, and cabinetry. College students complete the plumbing and electrical work.

As a result, 50+ students exit the program ready to start their careers each year.

Help us transform lives.

At Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity (CMHFH), we’re building partnerships between low-income individuals and families, those who can donate time and skill, those who can donate money, and local businesses and organizations.  Does this describe you? If so, get in touch!
OUR VISION
Everyone in Central Minnesota has a decent place to live, at a price they can afford.
OUR MISSION
Seeking to put God’s love into action, we bring people together to build homes, dignity, and a brighter future through affordable homeownership.
OUR VALUES
Partnership:  Partnerships are the foundation of our work.
Empowerment:  Empowering individuals and families to succeed as they live in stable home environments.
Dignity:  Dignity and respect are achieved by everyone working together.
Faith:  Faith put into action, providing opportunities for all people.

Equal housing opportunity

​We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.