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Habitat for Humanity North Central Iowa

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Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Habitat For Humanity of North Central Iowa ReStore is currently accepting donations by appointment only. To make an appointment please call 641-423-1688. Please note that the Habitat for Humanity NCI office is open from 8-5 Monday-Friday.

11/02/2026

A lot of progress and a lot of helping hands! 🏡

Our staff and volunteers have officially finished the interior walls of the three-bedroom home at Madison Heights, and we couldn't be more excited about the progress! It's incredible to see how far this home has come and the stage we've reached in such a short amount of time. Every day brings us one step closer to welcoming another family home!

But behind every wall, every nail, and every milestone is something that makes all of this possible: our volunteers. 👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻

We simply couldn't be the organization we are without the incredible people who give their time, talents, and energy to help make affordable homeownership possible for families in our community.

Volunteers have been at the heart of Habitat for Humanity since its beginnings 50 years ago. The idea took shape at Koinonia Farm in Georgia, where Millard and Linda Fuller helped develop the concept of “Partnership Housing” — bringing families, volunteers, and communities together to build affordable homes. That same spirit of partnership continues to guide our work today!

Here at Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa, volunteers help make it possible for us to keep construction costs down, stretch donated resources further, and create more opportunities for families to achieve the dream of having a place to call home. Whether you're swinging a hammer, painting, landscaping, helping in the ReStore, or lending a hand behind the scenes, every contribution matters! 💚

WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU JOIN US!

You don't need construction experience or any special skills to volunteer. We provide the training and guidance. All you need is a willingness to show up and be part of something that makes a difference!

Interested in getting involved? We'd love to hear from you!

📞 Call: (641) 424-8978
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Stop by: 517 1st St. NW, Mason City, IA 50401

Office Hours: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5 PM

There is a place for everyone at Habitat, and together, we can continue building more than houses. We're building stronger families, stronger neighborhoods, and a stronger community. 💚

10/30/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CRYSTAL! 🎉

As our Homeowner Services & Program Manager, Crystal Masters knows a thing or two about wearing many hats!

From mortgage underwriting and crunching numbers to working closely with our Partner Families, tracking down subcontractors, lending a hand in the ReStore North Iowa, and even picking up a paintbrush when needed, her days are filled with a little bit of everything!

Crystal’s attention to detail, self-motivation, and eagerness to learn make her an incredible asset to our team. And while she takes her work seriously, she certainly knows how to keep things fun! She brings plenty of humor to the workplace and loves giving our construction and ReStore crews a hard time along the way! 😂

Beyond all she does, Crystal’s caring heart and commitment to our mission make her such a valued part of our Habitat family. We’re grateful to have her on our team and appreciate all the ways she makes a difference! 💚

When she’s not busy at Habitat, Crystal enjoys spending time with her husband and dog, exploring the trails, or taking her classic car out for a cruise. 🚗🐾

Help us wish Crystal a wonderful HAPPY BIRTHDAY! We hope her day is filled with laughter, love, and plenty of time to enjoy the things that make her happy! 🥂🎉

10/29/2026

Raising Trusses, Building Futures! 🏡

There’s something special about watching a group of students learn hands-on skills while helping build a home that will make a lasting difference for a local family! 💚

We’re proud to work alongside Gregg Helmich, the instructor leading NIACC’s Building Trades program, and his incredible students as they help raise the trusses on the Goode family’s five-bedroom home in our Madison Heights Development!

Through this partnership, Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa provides the building materials, while NIACC Building Trades students put their skills into action and gain valuable, real-world construction experience. It’s a partnership that benefits everyone involved: students develop practical skills, a local family moves closer to homeownership, and our community grows stronger.

We are continually impressed by these students, their hard work, and their willingness to learn. We love seeing this partnership in action and are grateful to Gregg and everyone involved in helping build brighter futures, one home at a time! 🛠️

10/28/2026

Back Downtown: This Garage Got a Major Makeover! 🛠️

What started back in early June is now complete! The garage transformation at House #3 of our Downtown West Neighborhood Revitalization Program has come a long way, and we’re excited to show off the finished results!

And yes, those before-and-after photos were taken in the exact same spot, from the same camera angle! 😳😬🫣 That just goes to show how crooked and badly the garage was leaning before the repairs. Yikes! What a difference some serious structural work can make!

Our Construction Assistant, Mike, had a great team alongside him for this project, with returning volunteers Dave Solberg and Wade Sewell helping tackle the extensive repairs. All four walls needed to be straightened and reinforced, and rotten wood had to be removed and replaced before the team could install all-new siding.

It was more than just a cosmetic update. Addressing structural issues and replacing damaged materials was essential to restoring this garage and giving it a fresh start!

And can we take a moment to appreciate that beautiful new garage door?! 👏🏻🙌🏻
A shoutout to Overhead Door Company of Mason City for a fantastic job on the installation! It’s the perfect finishing touch to this transformation.

A huge thank-you to Mike, Dave, and Wade for the time, skill, and hard work they put into this project. We’re grateful for the volunteers who continue to show up and help us tackle the big jobs, the tough repairs, and everything in between. 💚

The Downtown West Neighborhood Revitalization Program, made possible through the partnership of the City of Mason City - Government and Habitat for Humanity of Iowa, with support from the Iowa State Housing Renewal Program, focuses on transforming deteriorating properties into safe, quality, energy-efficient homes for owner-occupancy.

We are investing in the homes already standing in our neighborhood, preserving what we can, repairing what needs attention, and bringing new life to Downtown West!

10/28/2026

Our mission is simple:
we work alongside individuals, families, volunteers, donors, and community partners to build and strengthen our community through safe, decent, and affordable housing.

• Building homes for local families.
• Repairing homes so people can safely remain where they live.
• Strengthening neighborhoods through revitalization.
• Bringing people together to create lasting change.

This work is made possible because our community chooses to get involved, through volunteering, donating, partnering with us, and shopping at the Habitat ReStore North Iowa.

Together, we’re not just building houses. We’re building strength, stability, and hope through homeownership and safe housing right here in North Central Iowa. 💚

Want to make this work possible?
Donate today: https://habitatnci.charityproud.org/Donate

10/27/2026

The roof sheathing is complete! 🏡

Our 3-bedroom home at Madison Heights Development is making progress, thanks to the hard work of our staff, volunteers, and NIACC Building Trades students!

Since 2018, our partnership with NIACC has brought the classroom right to our construction sites. Students get to see their skills put to work on an actual home, while our future homeowners benefit from the time and talent these students invest in their community.

There’s something special about knowing that the skills students are learning today will help shape North Iowa for years to come. The homes they help build will become part of our community, and they’ll always have a connection to the work they did here.

We’re proud that Habitat can be part of that experience. By providing materials and opportunities to learn on-site, we get to support both affordable homeownership and the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

A big thank-you to NIACC, Building Trades instructor Gregg Helmich, and the students who bring their time and effort to our builds. We also appreciate our own staff and volunteers who work alongside them and help make this partnership possible!

Building homes, developing skills, and investing in North Iowa’s future. That’s what community partnership looks like! 💚

10/27/2026

Good Food, Great Company & Community! 🏡

Our Partner Family Cookout was a wonderful opportunity to bring our Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa families and staff together for an afternoon of food, fellowship, and getting to know one another!

We were grateful to Our Saviour's Lutheran Church for generously providing space for our gathering so we could enjoy our time together without worrying about the weather. A special thank-you to Mary Beyerhelm Huey for working with us to make it happen! 💚

We had 7 Partner Families, 6 staff members, and 4 church representatives join us! Our families represented different stages of their Habitat journeys, from those who have been homeowners for several years to those who joined us more recently, including two Partner Families currently working on their sweat equity and waiting for their homes to be completed.

Habitat provided the burgers and drinks, while our attendees brought the sides and desserts. A big thank-you to Randall Sougstad, one of our dedicated ReStore volunteers, and Shane Hanson, our ReStore North Iowa Assistant Manager, for grilling up the burgers! 🍽️🍔

We also played a fun “Get to Know You” game that sparked conversation, laughter, and some sweet moments of connection. It was a great reminder that Habitat is about more than building houses. It’s about building community, forming relationships, and bringing people together.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, contributed food, helped make the gathering possible, and took the time to connect with one another. We’re grateful for this Habitat family! 🙌🏻

10/26/2026

A Clear View of What Community Partnership Can Build! 🏡

A home is built with more than lumber, nails, and windows. It’s built through generosity, community partnerships, and people who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future.

A heartfelt thank-you to Window World of Mason City for donating all the windows for our three-bedroom home at Madison Heights Development! 💚

Your generosity helps make this home possible for a local family and brings us one step closer to the day they have a place of their own to call home.

We are incredibly grateful for Window World and the many businesses, organizations, and community partners who step forward to support Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa. Contributions like these do more than provide building materials. They help make affordable homeownership possible, strengthen our community, and turn hard work into lasting opportunities for local families.

But what does Habitat homeownership really mean?

Our Homeownership Program is not about giving away free houses. It’s about providing a hand up, not a handout.

Partner Families work alongside our team and volunteers, contributing required sweat equity hours as they help build their homes and prepare for the responsibilities of homeownership. They purchase their homes through an affordable mortgage and become active participants in building their own futures.

With the support of partners like Window World, we can help make that opportunity a reality.

Thank you, Window World, for being part of something that will make a difference for years to come! 💚

10/26/2026

It's a big month, and we have another very special “Workversary” to celebrate!! 🥳💗

🎉 Happy 2-Year Workversary to our amazing Marketing & Project Manager, Shekanah Warrington! 🎉

We are SO thankful to have her as part of our Habitat family! Her passion, creativity, and dedication help us share our mission and continue moving forward to serve more local individuals and families in need of a safe, affordable place to call home. 🏡❤️

She has so many amazing qualities and is truly one of a kind! Some words that come to mind when we think of her are:

💗 Caring
💗 Compassionate
💗 Kind
💗 Driven
💗 Reliable
💗 Creative
💗 Adventurous
💗 Hippy at heart 🌻
💗 Free-spirited
💗 Hard-working
💗 Multi-talented

…just to name a few! 💕

One of the things that makes Shekanah so special is the way she strives to share the love and heart of Jesus through her ministry work with Habitat, her church, and her everyday life. She has such a beautiful inner light and a genuine heart for others. She's always looking for ways to encourage, uplift, and recognize the people around her, making those she encounters feel seen and appreciated. ✨

Please join us in wishing Shekanah a HAPPY 2-YEAR WORKVERSARY! We are so grateful for her big heart, free spirit, and all the wonderful ways she brings joy, creativity, and love to our Habitat family. We're blessed to have her on this journey with us! 💗🏡

10/26/2026

Bringing New Life to Downtown West, One Home at a Time! 🏡

What a great turnout at our open house on Friday! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to see the transformation happening through Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa’s Neighborhood Revitalization Program. 💚

We wanted visitors to experience more than just the finished renovations, so we hung photos of the house’s before condition in every room, giving everyone a chance to compare where the home started to where it is today.

Our staff shared project milestones, explained how the program works, and even told a few stories from the demo days! And trust us, there were some memorable moments. 😂 During the demo, a set of DENTURES fell out of the kitchen ceiling onto our demo volunteer, Joe Wolf’s, shoulder… and shortly after, a toothbrush followed! 🤣 Those walls and ceilings certainly had some stories to tell!

🔎 A Little History

The home’s original farmhouse listing even included a barn and a couple of sheds! During the removal of the old cement walkway, the crew uncovered a small piece of the past: an old metal toy train! You never know what you might find when you start uncovering the history of an older home.

What Is the Neighborhood Revitalization Program? 🏚️🏠

Our Neighborhood Revitalization Program is about more than renovating a house. It’s about bringing new life to Downtown West by transforming vacant, deteriorating rental properties and duplexes into safe, beautiful, energy-efficient, owner-occupied single-family homes. Through this program, Habitat helps restore properties that have experienced years of wear and neglect, creating opportunities for homeownership while contributing to a stronger neighborhood. These homes are intended for owner-occupancy, not rental use, helping support long-term neighborhood stability and investment.

This work is made possible through the partnership of the City of Mason City - Government and Habitat for Humanity of Iowa, with support from the Iowa State Housing Renewal Program. 💚

Every home has a history, but together, we’re helping write its next chapter. Thank you to everyone who came out, asked questions, shared in the stories, and continues to support the revitalization of Downtown West!

Address

517 1st Street NW
Mason City, IA
50401

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+16414248978

Website

http://www.habitatnci.org/

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