​BROOKINGS – Jessica Wulf, of Brookings, has been named the new Executive Director for Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity. She began her duties Oct. 1. ​Wulf is responsible for leading BAHfH’s dedicated team of staff and volunteers in building affordable housing in Brookings and Lake counties, as well as for the Oahe Habitat affiliate in Pierre. Her specific duties will […]

WHAT A RIDE! I am writing this message from Los Angeles, having just finished a 2,400+ miles Route 66 road trip adventure with Don. It’s been fabulous, and a not-so-subtle reminder of just how majestic and determined this country has been. The railroad and highway systems, sometimes winding their ways through the seemingly impervious mountains […]

(Brookings, SD, July 15, 2022) – Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity successfully reached a $500k donation goal for construction projects as part of a year long ‘Construction Challenge.’ Completing the donation goal by June 30 allows an additional $250K previously earmarked for land use.  The Larson Family Foundation offered the challenge in recognition of the […]

(Brookings, SD, June 28, 2022) – Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity’s Lead Mission Officer  Dan McColley has been named to the U.S. Council of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). The Council was established by its board of directors to guide the growth of Habitat’s work in the United States and are the policy setting body […]

(Brookings, SD, March 25, 2022) Designers and models took the spotlight as “Nail the Runway” hit the stage on March 19th at the Swiftel Center. The annual Habitat fundraiser raised $45,000 to build affordable homes in Brookings and Lake County. The event allows people to design outfits for a fashion show, as long as the […]