Discover the success stories of Habitat homeowners across our state. These stories were made possible through the tireless efforts of Habitat for Humanity’s 23 affiliates. Each affiliate has played a crucial role in helping Colorado families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership.
HFH Fort Collins
Chris, a human resources manager and Fort Collins native, embraces the stability that owning a Habitat for Humanity home brings, allowing him to focus on his career and consider further education while providing a permanent place for his family in their hometown.
HFH Mesa County
Retired Veteran David and his wife Marta, see their partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County as an opportunity to finally own an affordable and secure home. Grateful for the chance to be part of a supportive community, they view the Habitat experience as not just building a home but constructing a foundation of hope and stability for the rest of their lives.
HFH Vail Valley
Colorado natives Alejandra and Andy, an Avon police officer and stay-at-home mother, are grateful for the opportunity to build a Habitat for Humanity home, providing their family with security and stability. The prospect of homeownership not only relieves the burden of housing uncertainty but also ensures a friendly community for their children to grow up in.
HFH Mesa County
Selena's story at Habitat Mesa is one of extraordinary love and selflessness. As a single guardian, she opened her heart and her home to her two-year old nephew, becoming his steadfast pillar of support since birth. For Selena, providing a safe and stable environment for her and her nephew's wellbeing is not just a duty; it's a testament to her unwavering love and commitment.
HFH Archuleta
Ashley and Daniel have persevered through financial challenges, working hard to improve their credit score and purchase their Habitat home. This milestone not only provides them with stable housing but also enables them to focus on Ashley's education and Daniel's career, as they build a brighter future for their family.
Pikes Peak HFH
Kayla, who works for a media company, is a Colorado Springs native whose children, now teenagers, could never invite friends over because the family’s living conditions were so crowded and unsafe. In their new Habitat for Humanity home, not only can they host friends, but her son plays basketball in the driveway, and they have a community of neighbors they trust.
Pikes Peak HFH
Karmen, a U.S. Army veteran who works for a government office, spent years living in public housing with her two sons. Thanks to Habitat for Humanity, she became the first of her four sisters to own a home, and she hopes they can someday follow in her footsteps. As a homeowner, she can now accept promotions at work without worrying that an increase in income will require her to find a more expensive place to live.
HFH of the San Juans
Our newest homeowner is April Heard, a local veteran. April continues to serve our local community as the Executive Director of a non-profit organization who helps veterans. The time has now arrived for April's community to serve her by making the dream of home a reality!
HFH Roaring Fork
Isidoro, a local electrician, and his wife, Luz, experienced a life-changing moment when they received the call announcing they had been selected as Habitat homeowners. Their daughters, ages 7 and 4, would finally have their own rooms and a bathtub—a simple luxury that filled the family with joy, reminding them that it's the little things that make the biggest difference.
HFH La Plata
Kerry is a local schoolteacher raising two daughters and enriching the minds of our community’s youth. A Habitat home has brought peace and stability to their lives, allowing them to live with less worry. They have made new friends and are thriving in their Habitat community.
Loveland HFH
Gladis is a 63 year old healthcare worker. She has custody of her 2 grandchildren. Her grandson is developmentally disabled and will live with his grandmother for the rest of his life. Having a Habitat home will allow her to have an affordable housing payment, providing financial stability. The family is especially excited to have a yard, because renting an apartment didn’t allow the children to have more freedom or movement.