Congratulations to the Ruckers!

On September 23rd, Shy and Antonio received the keys to their new home! We could not be prouder of them and wish the Ruckers a lifetime of memories in their home.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, energy, and heart to this build. We are so proud of the Ruckers and our community that came together to support them!

This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of our amazing Women Build volunteers. Together, we make homeownership possible:

-361 individual volunteers

-39 dedicated teams

-Over 1,286 hours of hard work were poured into the Women Build Homes

-$100,000 was raised to make it all possible

9/11 Panel Build

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring the lives lost and the heroes who served on 9/11.

During our panel build, 45 dedicated volunteers came together to build 80 walls for two future homes on the 500 block of Almond, set to begin construction in 2026.

A special thank you to the first responders who joined us: Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Office, Waterloo Police Department, Waterloo Fire Department, and a retiree from Cedar Falls Police Department.

Circle Up Breakfast

Become a table host at our Circle Up Breakfast – October 15th!

As a host, you’ll invite 4-8 guests who share your passion for affordable housing and have the capacity to make a meaningful financial investment in our mission.

During the breakfast, be inspired by:

-Stories from Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity homeowners

-Evidence of the impact we are making together

-A bold vision for the future

Ready to join as a table host? Contact Rylee Petersen at rpetersen@webuildhabitat.org or call (319) 235-9946.

Roger has volunteered at the ReStore for 10 years! He enjoys working on our electrical donations and helping with carry-outs. He worked at John Deere for 40 years before retiring.

He likes to jog, work on landscaping, and play pickleball. You can usually find him hanging out at the sportsplex.

Parkersburg Kickoff Event

Our Parkersburg Kickoff was a success! 💛 Thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting the Foxens. Guests had the chance to meet the family, walk through the home, and even help demo a wall in the kitchen — a fun and meaningful start to this rehab project!

You can make a lasting impact by becoming a project sponsor and helping us continue this important work in Parkersburg. To learn more, contact Rylee Petersen at rpetersen@webuildhabitat.org or (319) 235-9946.

Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity ReStore is turning 10, and you’re invited to our ReStore Haunted Birthday Bash!

The Haunted Birthday Bash will take place on Friday, October 31, from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the ReStore located at 4107 Hammond Ave in Waterloo. The all-day celebration will feature food, fun, games, raffle prizes, trunk-or-treat, and of course, SCARY GOOD DEALS.

Start the celebration early and shop the 10 days of Scary Good Deals leading up to the big event.

THE 10 DAYS OF SCARY GOOD DEALS:

• October 18 – Appliances
• October 21 – Grab & Go Essentials
• October 22 – Books
• October 23 – Plumbing Department
• October 24 – Tables
• October 25 – Barn Doors
• October 28 – Home Goods & Décor
• October 29 – All Furniture
• October 30 – Tile
• October 31 (Friday) – Haunted Birthday Bash with Scary Good Deals!

Follow us on Facebook for all the updates on the Haunted Birthday Bash and to get a look at the latest scary good deals!

Why We Build

Meet Jacob Sapp, our Grant & Data Administrator! He researches and organizes grants to help fund our organization and support our programs.

Jacob loves attending home dedications, seeing families receive their keys surrounded by supporters.

One mission moment that stands out: a Church Row resident said our work has kept him in the neighborhood and restored hope.

If Jacob were a tool, he’d be a level—keeping things balanced and organized. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, hiking, camping, football, and puzzles.

Battle the Black Hawks

Join us Sunday, November 2nd, from 11 AM–1 PM at Maple Lanes for bowling and community fun with the Waterloo Black Hawks—all in support of Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity!

✅ Meet your favorite Black Hawks players

✅ Help fund safe, affordable housing for local families

✅ Enjoy an afternoon of bowling and connection

How to Register:

Stop by the Black Hawks’ office at Young Arena to register or sign up on game night.

Registrations will also be accepted starting at 10:30 a.m. on the day of the event.

Individual fans and small groups of two or three are welcome to sign up!

Let’s strike out barriers and build brighter futures—one pin at a time! 🎳✨

Adults $20 | 18 & Under $15

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