At just 22, Zachary and Blair are stepping into homeownership and a brand-new chapter of life. Zachary, an electronic technician and Blair, a full-time mom to their 2-year-old son, completed our homeownership process in just five months, calling it a seamless journey.

Juney is most excited to host community events, craft nights with friends, and start her own garden. She loves the walkability of the Kendall Whittier District and being rooted in a community she cherishes.

To her, Home means “having a place to return to feel grounded.”

Te’Resha is a dedicated medical assistant and phlebotomist at Saint Francis, serving her community for over a decade. Now, she’s celebrating a milestone of her own — becoming a homeowner!

Through this journey, Neosha has grown in self-discipline, reflection, and confidence—embracing what it means to be a homeowner and a “more learned adult.” Her advice? “Don’t give up. Don’t overthink. Save your money. Be disciplined, and it will pay off.”

Meet Darion—an incredible mother, LPN, and dedicated advocate for veterans at the VA. While juggling a full-time job, raising her child, and completing nursing school, she also put in the volunteer hours to achieve her dream of homeownership. 

As a Field Support Manager for Growing Together and a master’s student, Dustin navigated a busy schedule to achieve homeownership in under six months. He looks forward to getting settled and checking tasks off his list.

As a dedicated project coordinator and trainer for Health Connect One, Mariana has been working hard not only in her career but also to create a safe and joyful space for her family.

“This is a new chapter in our lives. I can’t wait to see them grow here,” Mariana shared.

Originally from Jamaica, Shelly came to Tulsa with Teach for America in 2019 and quickly fell in love with the community. As a 4th grade English Language Arts teacher, she’s been shaping young minds—and now, she’s building a future of her own.

We’re so excited to celebrate Tabetha as she moves into her new home! As a Family Support Specialist with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, she’s passionate about helping others—and now, she’s secured a safe place of her own.

As a music teacher for Tulsa Public Schools, Alisha inspires pre-K through 4th-grade students every day. Now, as a new homeowner in the historic Kendall Whittier neighborhood, she’s discovering fresh inspiration in the area’s thriving arts and music scene.

Jasmine, a dedicated Tulsa Public Schools employee for the past 7 years, has always had a passion for working with children and spending quality time with her own. Becoming a homeowner was one of her dreams, and even though she didn’t qualify through the traditional route, our program gave her the opportunity and guidance she needed to achieve her goal.

Francisco arrived in Tulsa five years ago through Teach For America, eager to make a difference in the lives of local students. His passion for education inspired him to stay beyond his initial commitment, and he is now a dedicated full-time teacher with Tulsa Public Schools.

James and Micah have worked diligently with GCHFH for the past two and a half years to financially prepare for homeownership, with the goal of providing a safe, healthy home for their two children and a place to plant roots and grow.

After just six months in the program, Demyia is officially a homeowner! She first heard about our program through a family member and knew this was the right step for her and her nephews, who now have more space to grow, play, and thrive.gins Here

When Stacy saw her kids connecting and making friends at their neighborhood school, she knew it was time to put down some permanent roots for her family. She’d been renting in North Tulsa for years, but their current place never offered the stability she wanted for her family. 

She knows she's setting an example for her daughter: "She deserves that and more. I wanted to show her that she can do the same in the future." 

Skylar, a 34-year-old childcare center director, partnered with us, the North Tulsa Forward Program, and Cherokee Nation to make her dream of Homeownership a reality. 

Kisha began researching the housing market, only to discover that inflation and escalating mortgage rates had put an "affordable" home entirely out of reach. She contacted the Cherokee Tribe, of which she is a member, who referred her to Green Country Habitat as a good avenue for down payment assistance and a high-quality home at a rate she could afford.

Greg is a Tulsa native, Cherokee citizen, and passionate music educator. After earning music degrees from the University of Tulsa and the University of Memphis, Greg returned home to teach at Monte Cassino, where he inspires students to discover their own musical voices.