March 10, 2025

What

Two Blair families and officials of a partnership to build affordable homes in Washington County will dedicate the first two homes of a five-year, 10-home project in the West Valley subdivision. The homes are part of a multi-pronged approach to provide much-needed affordable housing. A portion of this new construction funding comes from the Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund (NAHTF).

When

Friday, March 21, noon

Where

451 N. 24th St. and 515 N. 24th St., Blair, Map

Who

Hannah Packett and her two children have shared a home with her sister and her children for the past three years after their rental home was determined to have structural issues making it unsafe. After sleeping in a basement, she and her kids are excited to have their own rooms.

Jaime Beister, a single mom, and her two daughters have lived in a one-bedroom apartment in Blair. Beister was determined to find a home when she discovered Habitat Omaha’s West Valley neighborhood.

Blair Mayor Mindy Rump, Habitat Omaha CEO Amanda Brewer, local community and corporate partners supporting the project, including MCH Hospital, Novonesis, OPPD, wcb (Washington County Bank), Cargill, and the Washington County Chamber of Commerce.

Why

This dedication event marks the beginning of a significant initiative to address the urgent need for affordable housing in Washington County. By celebrating the completion of the first two homes, this partnership provides housing and builds stronger, sustainable communities. Habitat Omaha also has a partnership to complete critical home repairs in the area to preserve affordable housing stock.

About Habitat for Humanity of Omaha 

Founded in 1984, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha builds and renovates homes, repairs existing houses and takes down blighted structures in a five-county area, including Burt, Cass, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. Habitat also works with individuals and families to acquire the access, skills and financial education to become successful homeowners and, along with Habitat affiliates across the state, advocates for better laws and systems. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitatomaha.org.