Our Impact
- Safe and Secure, at Long Last: Deana Z.’s Repair Story
Deana has lived through many challenges, but one of the most stressful was watching her home slowly deteriorate while she struggled to find help. An active leak in her roof allowed water to pour into her living room, and despite applying through a city program for low-income homeowners, months passed without a solution.… Read more: Safe and Secure, at Long Last: Deana Z.’s Repair Story - Forever, Home: Jackie B.
Every home has a story, and as Habitat SKKC celebrates our 40th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to share the stories that have shaped the past four decades. Throughout the year, we’ll be highlighting legacy family stories from across our history — stories of partnership, resilience, and hope that remind us… Read more: Forever, Home: Jackie B. - Repair Client Spotlight: Dan A
Dan, a 78-year-old army veteran who has lived in his Kittitas home for nearly 30 years, has survived the Vietnam War, personal tragedies, and even a tornado touchdown. Despite the adversity he has faced, he hasn’t lost his positive outlook on life. When his home needed repairs, the Habitat SKKC Repair Team was happy to help serve a veteran who dedicated his life in service to his… Read more: Repair Client Spotlight: Dan A - Foundations for Hope: Future Z.
Future Z. was born in a small village called Mberengwa that sits at the bottom of granite mountains in Zimbabwe. She was adopted at age four by her mother, who saw where she was living and decided to move her to the city. She explained, “That was my first real lucky break in life.” … Read more: Foundations for Hope: Future Z. - Forever, Home: Iulia Z.
Every home has a story, and as Habitat SKKC celebrates our 40th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to share the stories that have shaped the past four decades. Throughout the year, we’ll be highlighting legacy family stories from across our history — stories of partnership, resilience, and hope that remind us why this work matters. When Iulia… Read more: Forever, Home: Iulia Z. - A Frequent Helper Gets a Helping Hand: Lawrence M’s Repair Story
Lawrence moved to the region in 1978 from Cleveland, Ohio, where he worked as a telephone installer. He relocated to get away from the harsh winters. Lawrence enjoys living in the Pacific Northwest and is not bothered by the cloudy weather. He adds, “I’m more optimistic. When people say, ‘The sun’s not shining,’ I… Read more: A Frequent Helper Gets a Helping Hand: Lawrence M’s Repair Story