July 29, 2025

What

Habitat for Humanity of Omaha is partnering with Charles Schwab to host “Rock the Block” beautification projects at 10 homes in the historically significant Kountze Park neighborhood in North Omaha. Kountze Park was once the site of the Trans-Mississippi Exposition in 1898. Volunteers will assist with landscaping, yard cleanup and other exterior improvements.

 

When

Saturday, July 19, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 

Where

King Science & Technology Magnet Center, 3720 Florence Blvd., Map

 

Who

Habitat Omaha staff, around 100 Charles Schwab employees and several homeowners who partnered with Habitat Omaha to purchase homes in the revitalized Kountze Park neighborhood.

 

Why

Habitat Omaha, in partnership with residents, began revitalizing the Kountze Park neighborhood in 2013. This effort resulted in the demolition of 36 condemned houses and the building and renovation of over 60 homes. Recently, Habitat Omaha has resumed construction in the neighborhood.

 

Rock the Block events encourage and inspire people to become active participants in their neighborhoods and help transform a neighborhood a block at a time. Habitat Omaha conducts Rock the Blocks in its five-county area as part of its effort to provide and preserve affordable housing.

 

Editor’s note: This event is not open to the public. However, the news media is invited and encouraged to attend. Interviews and photo opportunities will be available. Worksite contacts are Ken Mar, Habitat Omaha Area Director, 402-616-6753, and Mitch Strong, Community Outreach Coordinator, 402-609-8997.

 

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.