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Local businesses commit $3 million to help Fox Cities Habitat launch its largest project in more than 30 years

John Weyenberg, president & CEO of the Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity announced today that his organization will attack the challenge of getting 100 tornado-ravaged homes repaired by Dec. 15, 2026, for families to be back in them for Christmas.

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity is inviting the community to celebrate the women who inspire, strengthen, and build our families, workplaces, and neighborhoods through its 2026 Women Build "Show Your Support" Campaign. The campaign encourages individuals, businesses, community organizations, and local leaders to recognize the women who have made a difference in their lives while helping raise awareness and support for Habitat's Women Build initiative.

Rock the Block has provided more than $1.5 million in home repairs on nearly 700 projects throughout 25 events in the Fox Cities

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is kicking off Rock the Block in Menasha, the first Rock the Block of 2026. The three-day event runs from Thursday, May 14-Saturday, May 16 and focuses on light home repairs, curb appeal improvements and community projects to improve and revitalize homes and neighborhoods. This year’s event is extra special as it celebrates the 25th Rock the Block event by Fox Cities Habitat.

First-of-its-kind neighborhood revitalization initiative showcases how Fox Cities Habitat and municipalities can work together across the region

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is proud to be collaborating with the City of Menasha on a brand-new neighborhood revitalization project. This initiative will enhance curb appeal while preserving housing in the community. With $100,000 designated for home improvements, Fox Cities Habitat is excited to make a lasting difference for Menasha residents for years to come.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signs Assembly Bill 454, advancing housing access across the state

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is proud to have played an instrumental role in the development and crafting of Assembly Bill 454. For two years, Fox Cities Habitat, along with Habitat for Humanity affiliates throughout Wisconsin, worked together to set the precedent for an affordable housing solution that will support rural and urban areas all across the state.

Business leaders work in tandem with Fox Cities Habitat to help a family start the new year off right and showcase what homeownership can do

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is bringing together business leaders on Thursday, Jan. 8 to dedicate a new home to a Habitat family for the new year. Not only is this home a new start for a local family, but it is also the first of several home dedications Fox Cities Habitat will celebrate in 2026, with the help of local business leaders.

A single mother surprises three children with a new furry family member, showcasing Fox Cities Habitat’s commitment to building homes, hope and lasting memories

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is excited to help a family take another step into homeownership this holiday season. On Saturday, Nov. 15, at 11 a.m. at the Fox Cities Habitat office, located at 921 Midway Rd. in Menasha (map), Fox Cities Habitat is helping Alexis Schultz surprise her three children, ages 11, 10 and 5 years old, with an 11-month-old Labrador/Shepherd mix named Drake, adopted from a Wisconsin animal shelter.

Business leaders and lawmakers unite to spotlight the link between affordable housing and workforce challenges in the Fox Cities

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is bringing together business leaders and state legislators from both sides of the aisle on Tuesday, Aug. 26. The discussion will highlight how the housing crisis in the Fox Cities is impacting families, communities, the workforce and beyond.