A lifelong Oklahoman is celebrating a new beginning and a dream realized, thanks to her partnership with Green Country Habitat for Humanity. Mackie recently received the keys to her new home in Wagoner, a moment she calls a “full-circle moment filled with hope, legacy, and gratitude.”

The journey to homeownership is different for everyone, and for Miguel  and Yanilette, it led them over 2,000 miles to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

After experiencing the cold, snowy winters in Rochester, New York, the family longed for a climate more like their native Puerto Rico. “We wanted to get away from the cold,” Miguel explains. With their two daughters, they found the perfect fit in Tulsa, a city with all four seasons and less snow.

Now, standing in her new home, Cherokee looks forward to making the space her own — and welcoming friends and family into a place that reflects her hard work, resilience, and cultural pride.

Morgan’s motivation to buy a home was simple: “My daughter. Just wanting to be financially independent and set her up for generational wealth.”

Theresa took advantage of our homebuyer education classes to not only improve her own financial habits, but also to inspire her younger family members and friends to start working on their credit and saving for their own homes. As she put it, “It took me 53 years. Come on, y’all can do it.”

Martin has spent years dreaming of leaving apartment life behind and buying a home of his own. Now, thanks to his hard work and partnership with Habitat, that dream is real.

Annabelle moved out at 18 and spent years moving from apartment to apartment. Now at 25, she’s putting down roots and building a future full of stability and community for herself. 

Melissa has spent her career shaping young minds. As a teacher—and as a mother of two grown sons, she knows what it means to show up with patience, resilience, and heart. Homeownership, however, always felt just out of reach. That changed when Education Begins with Home, a partnership between Tulsa Public Schools and Habitat for Humanity, opened a door she hadn’t realized was possible.

With determination and a strong support system, Cristina completed the program in a year and a half. She is most excited to build new routines in a safe, stable home where her daughter can thrive. She dreams of hanging a swing in the front tree and watching her little one play freely and safely.

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.