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Meet Treasure Valley Habitat for Humanity.

 
Mighty Dog Roofing is a franchise company, but is an affiliate of the Treasure Valley, owned by Jeremy and Blake Parkinson. They are native Idahoans. Like Habitat’s own local focus, Mighty Dog prioritizes hiring local people to work for them and keep the family-owned business community oriented. 
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As one chapter closes, another opens for Nuha, Ali, and their two children. From the love of their home, the gratitude for the homeownership opportunity, and the success they found there, Nuha recounts their time as Habitat homeowners as they sell their Habitat home for something bigger.
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Treasure Valley Habitat for Humanity has consistently earned low energy efficiency scores on its homes built in Ada County thanks to its high-quality volunteer work. A home’s HERS score is a relative performance score. The lower the number, the more energy efficient the home.
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When Kathy moved into the home her mother had owned in 1985, she knew that someday it would need repair work. After all, the home was built during the 1940’s. Over the years she’d had minor work done, but after a severe windstorm in 2022 her roof finally cried “uncle”.
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Kimber Russell wears many hats. From principal owner of 1 Percent Consulting, adjunct faculty for College of Western Idaho, commissioner for Serve Idaho, and board of trustees president for Habitat (not counting mom and wife), Kimber is a stark advocate of affordable housing in the Treasure Valley.
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Amisa and her four children, ages one, two, 12, and 15, were the recipients of Treasure Valley Habitat for Humanity’s first playhouse through its Playhouse Program. Sponsored by Wells Fargo, Amisa’s playhouse will be used in her childcare business that she operates out of her home.
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Living in Meridian, Idaho, veteran and homeowner Randy desperately needed his house repainted in order to protect it from the elements. Quality exterior paint works as an added layer of protection, helping to keep a home safe from weather damage, insects, and dust. Randy’s only request, according to the Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce? That the house be painted blue and gold.
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“The steps outside my house were so steep, I was scared of falling. By the time I got to my car just outside my house, I was hyperventilating from fear of falling even though it was so close. Now, I don’t need to worry.” -Peggy Mortimer
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Salima’s siblings were outside building a snowman. With their laughter forming a joyful backdrop, she was inside the house taking a call from Trinity College, receiving the news that she had just been awarded a scholarship. This moment in time captures the dream Asukulu and Charlene, Salima’s parents, had for their children: a safe place where life was celebrated, where education was emphasized, and where love abounded.
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Lee and Henrietta Healy greatly benefitted from an accessibility ramp installed on their home through the Home Repairs Program. Due to Lee’s Parkinson’s disease, Henrietta had a difficult time helping Lee navigate the stairs in front of their house. Thanks to the Home Repairs Program, an accessibility ramp was installed allowing easy access for Lee’s wheelchair.
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The New Treasure Valley Habitat for Humanity logo

Welcome to Treasure Valley Habitat for Humanity! Formerly known as Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity, we are excited to announce our name change as we expand our services to now serve Ada and Canyon Counties. Rest assured, we continue to provide the same life-changing housing and repairs programs and support to our community.