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03/26/2021

Habitat Challenge FAQs

Our urban rappel is back! The Habitat Challenge, set for Friday, August 27, 2021, is a daring fundraiser for Tacoma Habitat where you will find yourself 245' above Tacoma with just one way down. Learn…

03/16/2021

Adventure Race FAQs

Beyond the Backyard is back! This adventure race, set for Saturday, May 22, 2021, is part scavenger hunt, part double-dog-dare and full of deep belly laughs. All your burning event questions are answered here.

04/05/2021

Ordinance 28747, Tacoma

Tacoma City Council passed Ordinance 28747 enacting a 1/10 of 1% sales tax (a dime for every $100 spent) to support Affordable housing and behavioral health supports, including housing.

03/19/2021

Call to Action: Ordinance 28747

The City of Tacoma Council will hear Ordinance 28747 on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021. This would utilize their authority to impose a 1/10th of 1% sales tax to support affordable housing and mental health treatment…

03/11/2021

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

This analysis of the American Rescue Plan was prepared by Habitat for Humanity International's Office of Government Relations and Advocacy, and highlights the significant housing assistance for homeowners and renters included in the bill.

03/11/2021

Welcome AmeriCorps Members, 2021

AmeriCorps members serve Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity in a myriad of ways, leading and supporting volunteers. It is our pleasure to introduce these valuable members of our team: the 2021 service-term volunteers.

03/10/2021

A Roof for Phyllis

Our new Aging in Place program provided Phyllis a much-needed new roof, thanks to partners GAF, Achten's Roofing, and funding from Wells Fargo Foundation. This is a great neighbors-helping-neighbors story.

02/23/2021

Councilmember Hans Zeiger on Housing

In part 1 of an interview series with newly seated Pierce County Councilmembers, we hear from Hans Zeiger (District 2).

02/18/2021

Habitat on the Hill

Habitat on the Hill is an important opportunity to serve as professional witnesses, joining with more than 700 colleagues from affiliates throughout the country. We came together to advocate for affordable housing and meet with…