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For retired father Tommy, homeownership means more than having a place to call his own—it means creating a safe, stable future for his family. Learn more about his family and journey to homeownership here!

Silfex, a Lam Research company, today announced a partnership with Habitat for Humanity to sponsor two home builds in Clark and Preble counties, reinforcing the company's commitment to community investment, employee volunteerism and supporting local families. Learn more about this partnership here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton is excited to announce the purchase of the property at 8336 Springboro Pike in Miami Township, a long-vacant retail location formerly occupied by Bargain Hunt. Following renovations, the property will become the future home of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton’s third ReStore location. Read More Here!

For Jocelyn, helping others has always come naturally. As a case worker, she spends her days supporting members of her community through life’s challenges. Soon, after three years of determination and hard work, she will celebrate a milestone of her own by purchasing a Habitat for Humanity home with a 0% interest mortgage. Learn more here!

Leaving a legacy for her children- that is what Brianna’s new home is all about. Learn more about Brianna's journey to homeownership here!

Adriana is building more than a home—she’s building a future. As this year’s Women Build partner family, Adriana represents what Women Build is all about. Learn more about her journey here!

It’s that time of year again! It is time for the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton Women Build to begin! Join us as we kick off our 2026 Women Build. Learn more here!

The Raider Spirit was in full force last Friday during the first Raider Nation Build Dedication Ceremony. The event celebrated Habitat’s newest homeowner, Charlotte, and her family as they took their first steps into their new home! Read more here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton will join hundreds of local Habitat organizations and affordable housing advocates on Capitol Hill in Washington. D.C. to amplify the growing demand that Congress take action to expand the supply of affordable starter homes to address the national housing crisis.  Learn more here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton is proud to announce it has been ranked 27th in the nation for families served during fiscal year 2025, according to newly released rankings from Habitat for Humanity International. Learn more here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton proudly invites the community to celebrate the dedication of the 2026 Raider Nation Build. The ceremony will take place on Friday, February 13, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 606 W Madison St., New Carlisle, OH. Learn more here!

The Springfield News-Sun was at our most recent dedication ceremony in Springfield! Check out the story the wrote after attending the event.

Meghan Parlette, a student at the University of Dayton, has been volunteering in the offices of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton since August. As her time interning here comes to a close, she reflects on what she has learned in this experience.

Today, Susan stands in her new bathroom with gratitude and pride, thankful for the dignity, safety, and peace of mind that have been restored. Dayton Habitat and MVP’s work did more than repair a shower; it repaired confidence, comfort, and quality of life. Read Susan's story here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton is honored to announce that Elizabeth Breitenstein, a dedicated volunteer and our Women Build Chair, has been named the Habitat for Humanity of Ohio Volunteer of the Year. This statewide recognition celebrates Elizabeth’s extraordinary leadership, vision, and impact on women-led construction and community engagement throughout the Miami Valley.

Giving Tuesday is a global campaign focused on generosity. The international movement started in 2012 and has grown to a yearlong push for recurring acts of kindness. On #GivingTuesday, individuals are challenged to make a positive impact on their community through donations, volunteerism, advocacy, and random acts of kindness. Whether you make your contributions public by posting on social media with the hashtag #GivingTuesday or keep them private, Dayton Habitat is challenging its community to get involved with the movement!

Originally from Newark, Gwendolyn came to Dayton looking for a fresh start to create something new for herself and her 8-year-old granddaughter. When she called 211 for housing support, she learned about Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton. Despite hearing there could be a long waitlist, she took a leap of faith and applied. Now, Gwendolyn is close to the end of her journey to homeownership!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton announced today it has received a $85,000 grant from Lowe’s to help repair 14 homes in Dayton. Funding and Lowe’s red vest associates will support Dayton Habitat’s efforts to make homes safer and healthier and create stronger communities.

Lakeisha has a deep commitment to serving the community, building relationships with new people, and bringing positive energy into every space she’s in. She is raising her two daughters to do the same, working daily to provide for them. Now, thanks to her partnership with Dayton Habitat, she will soon purchase her first home with a 0% interest mortgage. Learn more here!

On Saturday, October 18, over 400 University of Dayton School of Business Administration students came together to build 65 wall panels for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton. This year's event marks the third year for this growing partnership.

One hundred thirty-eight volunteers descended on Edgemont during this year's annual Rock the Block event, sponsored by Fifth Third Bank. Each year, the event aims to enhance the beauty and appeal of common areas, including alleys and the cemetery, fostering a renewed sense of pride and unity among residents.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton proudly invites the community to celebrate the dedication of the 2025 Flyer Nation Build. The ceremony will take place on Friday, October 31, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 720 Maitland Ave Dayton OH.

Dayton Habitat builds more than houses; we build connections, support systems, and hope. That spirit was on full display at the recent Faith Build Kickoff in Miamisburg. Click here to read more!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton proudly invites the community to celebrate the dedication of their Women Build. The ceremony will take place on Friday, September 19, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 714 Maitland Ave Dayton OH.
Through the dedicated efforts of volunteers, donors, and other community supporters, Ranee and her children will soon move into their new home in Edgemont. Learn more here!

At 106 years old, Mr. Dorsey has lived a long, remarkable life. When he found himself in need of a new roof, his daughter Sandy reached out to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton for help. By a stroke of good fortune, or perhaps fate, the Critical Repair team had just received funding specifically to help veterans. It was perfect timing to help Mr. Dorsey. Learn more about this story here!

Did you know that Wright State University, Wright-Patt Credit Union, and Dayton Habitat are partnering on a build? The WSU Raider Nation Build just opened! Read about the kick off here!

Are you ready to build homes, communities, and hope? Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton is excited to announce the kick-off of the 2025 Faith Build! Join us as we begin this build on Friday, August 29th at noon in Miamisburg.

It's time to get rowdy! Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton, Wright-Patt Credit Union, and Wright State University are excited to be bringing the Raider Spirit to New Carlisle this year during the 2025 Raider Nation Build!

Read about how Dynasty's perseverance led her home after journeying through housing instability following the Memorial Day Tornadoes.

On June 13, Dayton Habitat welcomed their most recent homebuyers home during their Veterans Build dedication ceremony! Read more here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton proudly invites the community to celebrate the dedication of their CenterPoint Energy Foundation Build. Learn more about the event here!

Dayton Habitat, Youth Build Dayton, and Liberty High School have partnered to rehab a house in the Dayton community, providing hands-on experience for local students. Read more about this partnership here!

Born and raised in Dayton, KaCey is no stranger to hard work and perseverance. After hearing about Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton through her daughter’s godmother, she saw an opportunity to create a better future for herself and her daughter. Learn more about her story here!

On Tuesday, May 13 Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton was presented the Better Business Bureau's Community Honor Award. The Community Honor Award was established in 2011 to recognize government, nonprofit or education organizations with proven commitment to improving all aspects of life in the Miami Valley. Learn more here!

Join Dayton Habitat, Liberty High School, and YouthBuild Dayton for an end-of-year celebration at their joint construction site! Those in attendance will get the opportunity to meet the family who will purchase the home with a 0% interest mortgage, hear from Dayton Habitat, Liberty HS and YouthBuild Dayton staff, see students work on the build site, enjoy some food and learn about the positive impact this partnership will have on the local community! Learn more here!

For the past 11 years, Felicia and her family have lived in an unsafe neighborhood, but things are about to change through her partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton. Learn more about our latest partner family here!

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton proudly invites the community to celebrate the dedication of their Veterans Build. Learn more about the event here!

Homeownership has been a long-standing dream for Len and Alicia, a dream that—until recently—felt like it might never be realized. But thanks to the support of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton, that long-awaited dream is finally within reach.

The rhythmic pounding of hammers rang through the air at Wright State University’s Lot 4A, as more than 200 student-athletes and coaches came together to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton. Despite gray skies and steady rain, the energy was unwavering as Raider Nation came together to support a local family’s dreams of homeownership.

For Charlotte and her family, the journey to homeownership is one of excitement and gratitude rather than nerves. Thanks to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton and the dedicated support of Wright Patt Credit Union and the Wright State University community, Charlotte’s dream of homeownership is becoming a reality! Learn more here!

Habitat for Humanity and Cardinal Roofing stopped by the set of Good Day Dayton recently to share more about their work in the community via Habitat's Critical Repair Program! Check out the video here!

WDTN was present at our 2025 Women Build Kick Off event. Click the link to view their story and see how we are helping Ranee achieve homeownership!

For Yalonda, becoming a homeowner means far more than just having a place to call her own—it signifies a life-changing opportunity for her and her family. Born and raised in Dayton, Yalonda has spent the past 50 years deeply rooted in her community, embracing its values and contributing to its well-being. Her passion for helping others, both personally and professionally, makes her the perfect partner for this year’s Flyer Nation Build through Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton.

For Ranee and her family, becoming homeowners isn’t just about owning a house—it’s about coming home. As this year’s Women Build homebuyer, Ranee is returning to her roots in the Edgemont community where she grew up. After moving away as a young adult to build a life for herself, she is now coming full circle, ready to plant lasting roots in the place where it all started.

Are you ready for this? Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton and the University of Dayton School of Business Administration are excited to be bringing the Flyer Spirit back to Edgemont this year during the 2025 Flyer Nation Build!

It’s that time of year again! It is time for the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton Women Build to begin! Join us as we kick off our 2025 Women Build. Learn about how Dayton Habitat and local women are partnering to build a new home in Edgemont for Ranee and her family.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton’s Board of Trustees Annual Meeting on Jan. 30 featured a room full of rising stars and partners. Each year, the Annual Meeting is a time of celebration as the affiliate looks back at the year's successes. Read more to see what Dayton Habitat did in 2024!

They didn’t know each other. They had little in common. But it was their desire to help others through Habitat for Humantiy that brought them together to form a service-based friendship that has lasted for nearly a decade. Click here to read more!

WHIO was present at our most recent dedication ceremony. Click the link to view their story and see how we celebrated Katherine's journey to homeownership!

Some of life’s journeys are long, much longer than expected or hoped for. But when you arrive at the destination, the journey is more than worth it. This could not be more true for Katherine and her son, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton’s newest homeowners. Click here to read more about the dedication ceremony!