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Lunch with Neighbors: Join for Great Food and Social Engagement!

Church Row neighbors and partners gather at El Barco Mexican Seafood Bar & Grill at 910 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA 50702 for a monthly meal. Event History. Lunch with Neighbors originated with the Church Row Neighborhood Association's 2023-2024 Social Action Team. A committed resident leader, Kelly, discussed her desire to more deeply connect with […]

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Our First Virtual Belonging Cafe: Attempting Genuine Connection in a Digital Space

Last October, I attended a Virtual Belonging Cafe with the Tamarack Institute during their virtual gathering called EngageFest. It was led by Jorge Garza and another colleague who is passionate about Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), Heather Keam. During this session, I was inspired to try fostering connections digitally during the colder winter months in a […]

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Community Book Reads: One Powerful Way to Get Involved

Iowa Heartland Habitat is committed to continuous improvement and was able to start up some Community Book Reads along with other partner organizations through the grassroots Community Learning Collaborative. Check out the photos, flyers, and summaries of learnings below! May-August 2023 "Next Steps" Community Book Read One of our longtime volunteers and current board members, […]

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An Overview of the 8 Principles of CCDA and Why They Matter

The 8 Principles of CCDA have been instrumental in shaping Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s Neighborhood Impact Department. These principles have guided our work in holistic neighborhood revitalization, even if the residents in our focus neighborhoods may not know them by name. CCDA, the Christian Community Development Association, was founded by Wayne Gordon and John […]

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At Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity, we believe every person deserves a place to call home—and a community where they are welcomed, respected, and empowered to thrive. Rooted in our faith and guided by our commitment to Koinonia, we work to expand opportunity and foster belonging through every aspect of our mission—from how we build and who we serve to the culture we cultivate within our team. As an equal opportunity employer and housing organization, we reject discrimination in any form and strive to model a world where compassion and opportunity lead to lasting change. We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities—including members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, people of all faiths or none, and people of all abilities—because when we unite through God’s love, we build more than homes—we build community and hope for all.
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