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May 2, 2019

Together We Can Help Unlock a Family’s Future

I was shocked to learn recently that a full-time employee making minimum wage often cannot afford a one-bedroom apartment in the U.S. Half or more of 1-6 family’-s’ income is used to pay rent or a mortgage. Too often, there is a hard choice of whether or not to buy healthy food, pay for housing, transportation, and/or life-saving medicine. Together we can help provide keys that will unlock a brighter future for millions of people.

together we an help unlock the possibility to owning a home

I am honored to help raise awareness along side Habitat for Humanity in their annual Home Is Key campaign.

together we can help provide affordable housing

One thing I will never take for granted is having a roof over my family’s head. It wasn’t easy 20 years ago when we purchased our first home, and it’s become even harder to achieve that dream today. I have a heavy heart for those who are faced with uncertainty and fear of where they will live tomorrow.

Here’s What Affordable Housing Can Do

  1. Frees up income. Families are able to purchase healthy food, medicine, and transportation.
  2. Less visits to the ER.  90 percent of homeowners in Colorado saw an improvement in their family’s overall health after becoming Habitat homeowners. 
  3. Saving for retirement. In Evansville, IN, 97 percent of Habitat homeowners are now able to save for the future.
  4. Overall safer.  94 percent of those living in San Francisco East Bay and Silicon Valley reported feeling safer in their Habitat homes. 

Habitat’s Home is the Key campaign has been monumental in providing affordable homes, which in return, creates a better life for families and individuals. 

together we can help make a difference

Together We Can Help

  • Visit: Habitat.org/homeisthekey to make a monetary donation directly to Habitat for Humanity.
  • Donate directly at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore at the register.
  • O-Cedar will make a donation for every ProMist Max Microfiber Spray Mop sold until May 31st.
  • Chico’s, White House Black Market and Soma will make a donation for every $25 (or more) gift card purchased through the month of May.
  • Chico’s will make a donation for every signature Slub Tee Shirt sold through the end of May.

In today’s world, owning your own home can seem like a distant dream.  I think you will agree that owning your own home unlocks even more possibilities which can then lead to a better life for one’s family.  Please visit: habitat.org/homeisthekey to learn more. 

Enter for a chance to WIN an O-Cedar ProMist MAX Microfiber Spray Mop

CONGRATULATIONS KIM HENRY!

Giveaway will run until Sunday, May 5th at 9:00 pm CST.  Winner will be announced on this blog post and notified directly.

 

Author and photos – Martha Knake

Chief Editor – Emily Schunke

Filed Under: Inspiring Features, Lifestyle Tagged With: Habitat for Humanity, home is the key campaign

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  2. Jordan says

    May 7, 2019 at 8:53 am

    Such a wonderful cause to bring awareness to!

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  3. Heidi says

    May 5, 2019 at 8:21 pm

    Such a worthy cause! I live in a high cost of living area, and we’re renting while we save up to one day buy a house. At this point in my life, home ownership to me would mean having complete control over whether we stay in our beloved neighborhood and preserving our kids’ childhood home.

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  4. Kim says

    May 4, 2019 at 1:49 am

    My home equals my happy place. I am a firm believer that you can be renting or owning and have a home not just a building that houses your “stuff”. With that said, most of us want to own our own place that we can decorate, invite family and friends to enjoy with us, a place to hang our hat and hang out in pajamas all day, celebrate and make memories. Habitat for Humanity is a great organization that helps people realize their dreams!

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    • Martha Knake says

      May 5, 2019 at 7:34 am

      Love what you said, thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  5. Meeghan says

    May 3, 2019 at 9:22 pm

    H O M E is a place where family can come together feeling unconditional love and knowing that they are safe and secure. It is the one place that each family member knows they are accepted and they can feel confident that every dream is supported and encouraged. Memories are made a home and they are cherished for decades. It is a safe haven and every person should know the love of a home in their life. Beautiful post and giveaway, Martha. You are doing something wonderful.

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    • Martha Knake says

      May 5, 2019 at 7:35 am

      LOVE IT! Home is absolutely our SAFE place. Thank you so much for stopping by <3

      Reply
  6. Melanie says

    May 3, 2019 at 7:23 pm

    HOME – where you feel at peace and true happiness while experiencing your ups and downs with your family.

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    • Martha Knake says

      May 5, 2019 at 7:35 am

      Yes, so agree <3

      Reply
  7. Judy Gibson says

    May 3, 2019 at 3:17 pm

    What a great cause Mart!

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  8. Shanna says

    May 3, 2019 at 10:44 am

    Such an amazing cause, Martha!! 💗💗

    Reply
  9. Sue Pozil says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:40 am

    H-O-M-E…H-Haven to go to after being out in the world. O-Others are always welcome. M-Making memories with my husband and children. E-Each person in my family has a place where they feel loved and accepted.

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    • Martha Knake says

      May 5, 2019 at 7:36 am

      I absolutely LOVE the creativity it took to write your response <3

      Reply
  10. Sarah Spanos says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I am a Habitat home owner of 4 years and it completely changed our lives (myself, my husband, and our 3 kids). Its been so wonderful to have a beautiful, affordable house to invest in our future and our kids. I never in my life looked forward to going home or felt safe at home until the day the keys were ours and I stepped through the doorway. Such a wonderful feeling!

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    • Martha Knake says

      May 5, 2019 at 7:36 am

      This gives me all the feels <3

      Reply
  11. Meredith says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:31 am

    This is such a wonderful opportunity for such a wonderful cause!!

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  12. Nickle says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:27 am

    When I think about being a homeowner I can’t help but think about my kids. The memories they’re making, the safety that they feel in bed at night, the fun they have playing in their rooms, Saturday morning breakfasts and cartoons. Right now home is everything to them, and I feel like we, as their parents, are literally creating their Carousel of memories that they’ll look back on when they become home owners one day! 🙂

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    • Martha Knake says

      May 5, 2019 at 7:37 am

      Couldn’t agree more <3

      Reply
  13. Claire says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:26 am

    We’ve owned and rented and there’s just nothing like owning your own home. It’s nice to be able to do decorate and remodel the house if you want to and not have to ask anyone for permission! I think your home feels more like home when it’s yours and not someone else’s.

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  14. Jen says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:26 am

    It’s so easy to take certain blessings for granted until you can see the other side of the coin. What a great campaign this is!

    Reply
  15. Melissa says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:25 am

    It means a save haven and comfortable rest spot for all 11 of us.

    Reply
  16. Morgan says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:24 am

    Im so thankful for my home, for the roof over my head. No matter how big or small, having a home is always a blessing.

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  17. Tamela says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:21 am

    We are blessed to be home owners! Renting prices are crazy!

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  18. Randi says

    May 3, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Such a wonderful cause!

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  19. Kath Messina says

    May 3, 2019 at 4:16 am

    What a wonderful organization that is near and dear to my heart! Both my boys volunteered with community service to Habitat for Humanity while in high school and college.

    Reply
    • Robin Wilson says

      May 3, 2019 at 9:39 am

      Home is where our family makes all the memories and feels safe! After losing my job last year, the struggle to be a stay at home mom and pay the bills has been overwhelming. Our family is full of home bodies because we have so much love here in our home!

      Reply
  20. Kirsten says

    May 2, 2019 at 9:25 pm

    What a great opportunity! Can’t wait to see who is chosen!

    Reply
  21. Tracy says

    May 2, 2019 at 8:29 pm

    The rental market in the US is crazy! In some cities it blows my mind. This is awesome girl! 🙂

    Reply

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I’m Martha, welcome to my blog!  I am a wife and a mother to 3 beautiful daughters. Making our home pretty is one of my favorite hobbies and I get so inspired by changes and events that happen in every day life.  Simple and cozy is a must around our house; I want family and friends to feel right at home.  My roots are farm grown, so I love adding sweet charm from my parents’ homestead, cozy decorating ideas, and simple diy tutorials.  So please, stay awhile, browse a bit, and let me know what inspires you!

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