February 2025

February 2025


Planting Roots in Tulsa: Francisco’s Homeownership Story

Congratulations to new Habitat homeowner, Francisco!

Francisco arrived in Tulsa five years ago through Teach For America, eager to make a difference in the lives of local students. His passion for education inspired him to stay beyond his initial commitment, and he is now a dedicated full-time teacher with Tulsa Public Schools.

Owning a home was a big goal for Francisco—one that meant both financial stability and a deeper connection to the community he serves. Through hard work and determination, he recently achieved this milestone, and we’re honored to be part of his journey.

?MEET MORE HABITAT HOMEOWNERS


Education Begins With HOME: Down Payment Assistance for Tulsa Teachers

On January 29th, we joined Tulsa Public Schools, the City of Tulsa, the Tulsa Regional Chamber, and the Tulsa Area United Way to launch Education Begins with HOME—an innovative new program designed specifically for Certified Tulsa Public Schools Teachers.

This $5 million down payment assistance fund provides qualifying teachers with up to $50,000 in down payment assistance to purchase a home through Habitat’s homebuyer program. The initiative strengthens long-term stability for educators while helping the district recruit and retain top teaching talent.

EDUCATION BEGINS WITH HOME


Lunch & Learn with Dr. Ebony Johnson and Bill Knight

On Wednesday, February 26th, you're invited to join us for an insightful discussion highlighting the intersection between Oklahoma’s teacher shortage and our region’s need for more affordable and workforce housing.

Learn more about challenges facing Tulsa Public School teachers and how a coalition of community organizations plans to tackle these issues head-on.?

Panelists include Dr. Ebony Johnson, Superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools, and Bill Knight, President of Bill Knight Automotive and 2025 Chair for the Tulsa Regional Chamber.?

This event is free and open to the public.

REGISTER FOR LUNCH & LEARN


New Year, New Projects with the ReStore

Our Deconstruction Team is ready to help you with your next remodel project with our FREE removal service.

Our trained professionals will gladly uninstall your existing cabinets and working appliances for resale in the ReStore, leaving you a clean slate for your upgrades.

Even better, your donated materials help support our mission to build affordable homes in Green Country.

SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION


Learn more about Green Country Habitat's work in the community and check out past editions here: Green Country Habitat for Humanity Newsletter

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