Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity

Through shelter, we empower! Together, we build homes, community and hope in Eastern Jackson County.

How your support helps families:

Decent, affordable housing dramatically changes a family's life:
•The cycle of poverty is broken
•Health, physical safety and security improve
•Educational and job prospects increase
•A sense of stability and dignity grows
•Money is freed up for other essential needs

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 08/16/2024

These two co-workers did the impossible for one of our home repair clients.

Not only did they improve accessibility for Mr. M to get in/out of his home, the team surrounded this man with love by providing an accessible bedroom and bathroom.

Now, Mr. M. can move about his home with more ease. Thanks to Stephen and Beth for making this happen for our deserving client.

08/15/2024

Don't forget to join us for Hug-In-A-Mug event on August 22 from 8:00 am - 9:30 am at Young School - home of Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity.

Faith partners - WE NEED YOU. Come and learn how you can be a part of addressing our rampant housing insecurity and a staggering mental health crisis among our housed and houseless neighbors.

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 08/13/2024

Our construction crew and volunteers working hard to get the job done.
Sign up today to volunteer with Truman Habitat.

Contact Sam Peden, Volunteer Manager at [email protected] or by phone 816-832-4569 .

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 08/08/2024

Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity ReStore Lee's Summit partnered with AMC Community Connections, a volunteer organization within AMC Theatres , recognized as a 2024-2025 Certified Great Places to Work.

Our ReStore staff had a great time with the Community Connections team and hope to see them again soon! Thank you, AMC Theatres .

08/08/2024

"I was initially attracted to Truman Habitat because my interests coincided with the mission of this particular organization. The staff is so incredibly kind and there are a variety of volunteer opportunities available. I envision my office volunteering will last a long time! Come join us!" - Karen W.

08/07/2024

Join us for "Hug in a Mug! If you have a passion for serving those facing homelessness and mental health crises, you are meant for this Independence initiative!

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 08/02/2024

Yesterday, we celebrated Doreen & Alex as the keys to their new home were delivered! Rev. Anthony Mondaine, Jr. was our celebrant and blessed this home! Moments of tear-filled joy engulfed the room. Truly, our hearts are full.

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Another local family now has a safe, affordable home in which to live! Welcome to the Neighborhood and the Habitat Family!☺️

07/30/2024

Are you up for some late September golfing?

Join us for Holes for Homes at Lakewood Oaks Country Club on Monday, September 30 from noon – 5:00 pm.

Sign up for the 4-person team today!

https://trumanhabitat.salsalabs.org/fall2024golftourneyindivid

Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity Through shelter, we empower! Together, we build homes, community and hope in Eastern Jackson County.

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 07/29/2024

What a wonderful time at Christmas in July! Thank you to all of our vendors and partners. And a BIG thank you to Troop 1138 for filling two ReStore trucks with over 250+ items donated to Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity ReStores! Thank you!
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07/29/2024

What an amazing group we had come out this past Saturday from Burns & McDonnell OGC.

Thank you Burns & McDonnell for giving back to the Eastern Jackson community by supporting affordable housing.

&mcdonnell

Photos from KC Brick Lab's post 07/26/2024

Thank you KC Brick Lab for joining us!

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 07/26/2024

A true Habitat Hero—-
Truman Habitat Board member, Angie Judy, worked her magic and half of Independence attended tonight’s Christmas in July event!!! It was a BLAST.

❤️Love the Independence Community!❤️

Thank you, Angie, for your stewardship to Truman Habitat and to Independence! No one throws an event like you do! We appreciate YOU!!

07/24/2024

The State of Missouri recently passed two bills that provide a property tax credit program for adults age 62+! Initial Application deadline is December 31!

Visit [email protected] or https://jacksongov.org/seniortaxcredit to learn more today.

07/23/2024

Make sure to join us this Thursday night! It will be a wonderful night full of CHRISTMAS preparations for Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity Christmas in July Don’t miss it. 🎄🎅

07/23/2024

Students who grow up in a poor-quality home, as measured by structural quality, clutter and cleanliness, hazards, indoor climate and overcrowding – experience higher symptoms of depression, anxiety and aggression from elementary school through young adulthood when compared with children in higher-quality housing.

Cars for Homes | Habitat For Humanity | Truman Heritage | Independence 07/19/2024

Donate a vehicle to Cars for Homes to help support local families! Forbes Advisor voted Habitat for Humanity’s Vehicle Donation program Best of 2024! When you donate your car to Truman Habitat, we will make it quick and easy. Your donation may also be a tax deduction.

We accept cars, trucks, RV’s, vans, SUV’s, boats, motorcycles, planes, snowmobiles and even farm equipment — whether they are running or not. Towing is free!

Visit https://trumanhabitat.org/cars-for-homes/ to learn more.

Cars for Homes | Habitat For Humanity | Truman Heritage | Independence Donate a Car Donate a vehicle to Cars for Homes to help support local families! Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity’s car donation program is available to anyone wanting to donate a used car to fund our mission. Your car donation is one more way that you can support our work in Eastern Jackson Co...

What's Happening - Christmas in July 07/16/2024

Stay cool this summer and attend our Christmas in July event with Moonlight Movies on July 25th at 7pm!

What's Happening - Christmas in July

07/16/2024

Are you looking for creative ways to entertain and inspire the kids in your life this summer? Check out these family-friendly activities that, as a bonus, show support for Habitat for Humanity’s mission to make housing affordable.
👉 habitat.ngo/KidsActivities

07/16/2024

Did you know…

That studies show a pathway between owning a decent, affordable, and stable home and experiencing positive educational outcomes!

📚 Birth to Preschool – Young children who move 3+ times before Preschool face the most severe negative consequences to their cognitive, emotional and behavior development.

📚 Elementary School – Students living in residential instability in early elementary years score lower on reading and math tests than families in stable homes.

07/13/2024

Reading makes the world a smarter place!

As the dog days of summer envelop our area, take a breather and visit our Library at our ReStore in Lee’s Summit.

Every visiting child receives a FREE Book.

Visit our ReStore’s today to find hidden gems you cannot live without!

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 07/12/2024

Christmas in July is almost here! We need items for our raffles. It would be much appreciated if you'd consider donating to this fun family event! Contact Hallie at 816-542-0563!

Join us for Christmas in July - Thursday, July 25th at 114th W. Maple Avenue..
The fun starts at 7:00 pm.
-The movie at 9:00 pm for this year's movie is Trolls.

Bring your family out for some Christmas fun! 😃

07/12/2024

Mark your calendars: September 30, 2024

We are currently looking for hole sponsors and teams to join.

Reach out today to be a part of this amazing day!

Call 816-542-0563 for more information.

Donate your old car to Habitat 07/11/2024

Did you know that Habitat for Humanity has a Cars for Homes program? It super easy and they accept cars, trucks, boats, vans, and a lot more. Donate your car to Truman Heritage Habitat today. Learn more about the program by viewing the video or visit our website!

Donate your old car to Habitat Donating your old vehicle to Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes program helps build homes in your community and across the country. Cars for Homes accepts...

07/11/2024

Congratulations to our next 12 Master Homeowner Program Graduates!! These folks attended our 9-week education workshops for homeownership and home maintenance.

We are proud of our hardworking graduates. Enjoy those tool boxes. Homeownership preparedness -- that's what we're talking about. And, remember -- IT'S FREE!!

Next Master Homeowner Session: September 18-November 6! If you are interested in reserving your spot, call Crystal at 816-461-6551.

07/10/2024

Thank you Stewardship Capital!!

Our Non-Profit of the month is Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity
Do you know how Habitat is able to do what they do?
'Through volunteer support and tax-deductible donations of monetary gifts and building materials, Habitat builds and rehabilitates simple, decent houses with the help of the homeowner (partner) families. Habitat houses are sold to partner families at no profit and financed with affordable, no-interest loans. The homeowners’ low monthly mortgage payments are recycled into a revolving Fund for Humanity that is used to build more houses.'

One way to offer support to Habitat is by shopping at their Restore. Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity ReStore

07/04/2024

We hope you enjoy the day with your loved ones!

Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 07/03/2024

If you are looking for fireworks, visit our partner, Hometown Fireworks! Located at 23 Street and Lee’s Summit Rd in the HyVee parking lot! Truman Habitat receives a portion of the profits!! Be safe out there!!!

06/30/2024
Photos from Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's post 06/30/2024

Everyone was smiling (and drying a few tears of happiness!) on Friday. Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity welcomed another Eastern Jackson couple into the family. A House Blessing was attended by Board members, donors and staff to celebrate the conversion of our partner family's lower level into a wheelchair- accessible living space, including a bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom. Have to love the calming green color!🥲

Welcome to your renewed INDPENDENCE on (almost) INDEPENDENCE DAY in Independence, Mr. and Mrs. M.!!!

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Our Story

Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity changes lives by bringing people and resources together to help families in need build and own quality affordable homes in safe and supportive communities. Habitat:


  • Is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry dedicated to the elimination of poverty and substandard housing worldwide.

  • Believes that every person deserves a safe and decent place in which to live and grow into all that God intends for them to be.

  • Builds or renovates houses in partnership with families who qualify for homeownership based on three criteria: need, a willingness to partner with Habitat, and an ability to repay a no-interest mortgage.
  • Videos (show all)

    Last weekend, Truman Habitat hosted the 94th Annual Jackson County Fair featuring local 4-H projects. These projects are...
    Last weekend, Truman Habitat hosted the 94th Annual Jackson County Fair featuring local 4-H projects. These projects are...
    Did you know you could build a house using mostly ReStore items?The Wilsons did.
    When you show up to volunteer, you change lives and communities. Check out Tim's story and the impact of volunteer engag...
    Huge thank you to @burnsmcdonnell for their efforts in making a lasting impact on our community! Thanks to their hard wo...
    WOW – what a difference ReStore can make!!
    Check out this video by Erin who works in our Home Preservation Projects department. Here is what she thinks about worki...
    Staff Spotlight:  Meet Crystal Martinez, Family Services Director.

    Address


    505 N Dodgion Street
    Independence, MO
    64050

    Opening Hours

    Tuesday 9am - 5pm
    Wednesday 9am - 5pm
    Thursday 9am - 5pm
    Friday 9am - 5pm

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