Green Country Habitat Homeowners
Habitat impacts every area of a family’s life—health, safety, education outcomes, and financial opportunity. And the impact grows with each generation. Check out the family stories below to learn how affordable homeownership through Green Country Habitat is changing lives.
22-Year-Old Nursing Student Becomes First-Time Homeowner
Congratulations to Kyla on becoming a first-time homeowner at just 22 years old!
Kyla is currently studying for her nursing degree while working nights at a local hospital. Despite her busy schedule, she completed our homebuyer program in just six months. Even better, she purchased a home next to a family friend who is also a Habitat homeowner!
While she's excited for a place of her own, Kyla is also planning future family get-togethers as host. She says, "To me, home is my family. That's how I would describe it."
More Green Country Habitat Homeowners
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2024 Homebuyers
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Ali, who works in recycling, is passionate about protecting natural resources, so it’s fitting her new Habitat home is our first local partnership with Rewiring America!
Ali's house features a top-notch electric water heater and HVAC system generously donated by Rewiring America, along with the energy-efficient appliances and construction we offer in all of our homes.
Reflecting on her journey, Ali is celebrating breaking free from the rental cycle and building equity for her family's future in their own home. Her advice to others? "Just apply. Go for it!"
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At just 22, they’re stepping into a brand-new chapter as homeowners. Zachary, an electronic technician at Enduro Pipeline Services, and Blair, a full-time mom to their 2-year-old son, navigated our homeownership process in just five months—and they called it a seamless journey!
Their advice? “Do it, it is worth your time...We wouldn't be here without it."
For them, Home means watching their son grow, playing in the backyard, and marking his height on the walls— memories in the making.
We celebrate their journey and wish them well.
Maplemark is their bank lender.
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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.
To her, home means stability, peace of mind, and a place to relax. She’s most excited about her backyard, where she’s ready to give gardening a try!
Her advice to others?
“I’ve already recommended this program to many of my friends. The economy is unpredictable, and homeownership can feel out of reach, but Green Country Habitat truly helps make the dream possible. The down payment assistance is top tier!”
Congratulations, Shelly!
Wishing you endless joy and memories in your new home.
Special thanks to Gateway Mortgage for providing her affordable mortgage.
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Tiffani's biggest motivation? Her 7-year-old daughter. "I'm doing this for her. I’m showing her that I can do it because I know she's watching every move I make,” she says.
"I always knew I wanted to own my own home and rent is expensive, so I decided to commit and get it done this year! Now I'm able to be more financially stable with my own home, and that's a big thing for my daughter. She's got big dreams, and I’m setting the example.”
Congratulations to Tiffani for accomplishing this huge goal for her family, and thank you to Midfirst Bank for providing her affordable mortgage!
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At 28 years old, she’s a dedicated music teacher for Tulsa Public Schools, teaching pre-K through 4th grade.
Alisha heard about our Homebuyer program through a family member and found the process to be very straightforward. She’s excited to call the Whittier area home, with its vibrant attractions and close-knit community. Her priority is moving in, getting settled, and starting to host loved ones.
Her advice to future homeowners? “Schedule everything ahead of time and make sure things are squared away so you can move through the process as quickly as possible.”
To Alisha, Home is Family, Community, and Love.
Gateway is her bank lender.Added by
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This is Tylane. She is a mom of 2 kids and has worked as a caretaker for Griswald Home Health for 20 years. She has been in our program since 2019. Renting during the pandemic was her biggest struggle as this started and stopped her progress, but she re-applied and stuck with it. She is most excited about having space for her kids to play in the backyard and get to be kids.
Her advice to others- “This is a great program. Especially if you’re a single mom trying to do the best you can for your kids.”
To her, Home means “Peace.”
The bank that sponsored her mortgage is Gateway Bank.
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Congratulations to new Green Country Habitat homeowner Sarah!
Sarah can describe her new home with just one word: Peace. And she’s looking forward to the simple things that come with homeownership: “Just living here, being able to sit in my window and see what's going on outside. I've already met my next-door neighbor and the lady across the street. It's really nice to meet your neighbors and feel like you can.”
Sarah is also happy for the space her new home offers for family get-togethers, with a special room set aside for visits from her ten grandchildren.
Welcome home to Sarah, and thank you to MapleMark Bank for providing her affordable mortgage!
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Taezhon is carrying on a family tradition by becoming a teacher at CAP Tulsa - her grandma is also an Oklahoma educator and has been a big inspiration in Tae's life.
Tae loves working with children and is looking forward to starting her own family someday in her new home. She's excited to apply everything she learned in our Homebuyer Program, which helped her strengthen her financial footing and "get where I needed to be."
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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 began researching the local housing market, looking for affordable homes within her budget that would fit the needs of her family of four. That’s when a friend recommended she apply to Green Country Habitat for Humanity.
“I’d been thinking seriously about homeownership the last six or seven years, trying to figure out how to do it. I wanted to move towards building some equity, but a big barrier was just the uncertainty.”
Our team was able to answer her questions and help her navigate the homebuying process: “I jumped in once I understood what goes into it and realized that there weren’t as many steps as I thought. It’s doable, especially with the Habitat staff.”
Stacy’s oldest child will be graduating high school soon, and they’re looking at universities together. She’s picking paint colors with her younger children and planning for a garden. Her family is flourishing because of Stacy's hard work and determination to reach this goal.
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We couldn't be more excited for today's newest North Tulsa homeowner!
Stacey and her three boys are moving into their new home, which was constructed by Green Country Habitat for Humanity's longtime volunteer group, The Tuesday Morning Miracle Workers. Stacey has overcome tremendous challenges in the last few years, and attributes her faith with helping her reach this huge milestone. Congratulations to this wonderful family, and welcome home!
Special thanks to MapleMark Bank for providing Stacey's affordable mortgage!
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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.
Tabetha’s homeownership journey took just under six months, and she credits a smooth process to planning her sweat equity hours wisely. She even brought her family along for the education courses, with the money management class being a standout favorite.
What’s next? Finding the perfect furry friend and making countless new memories. Because to Tabetha and her family, home means safety.
Congratulations, Tabetha! Wishing you so much joy in this new chapter.
Special thanks to Gateway Mortgage for providing her affordable mortgage.
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Stephanie has worked as a secretary at Union Public Schools for 20 years, and is the first of her siblings to become a homeowner. She's thankful to be where she is today and shares this advice to others, "Patience, patience, patience. Everything happens for a reason.”
This has been a lifelong dream for Stephanie, and she is excited to build a home for herself and her daughter.
Congratulations to Stephanie, and thanks to Regent Bank for providing her affordable mortgage!
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Sheriece's biggest motivation throughout the homebuying process has been her daughter, and she has worked hard to create a stable financial foundation to build on. Now she's looking forward to enjoying the space she owns and watching her daughter play in the yard.
When asked what advice she would give someone thinking about our program, she said “Do it. It’s going to be worth it. Especially if you have children and you want stability. It’s the best thing for your kids.”
Welcome home Sheriece, and thank you to MapleMark Bank for providing her affordable mortgage!
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Patrick, who works at Hard Rock Casino, recently decided to focus on becoming a homeowner after experiencing some big life transitions. He is excited to learn how to take care of his brand-new home—explaining that it's a space where he can create healthy routines and lifelong memories.
His advice for others? “Let the counselors help you and listen to what they say."To Patrick, Home means independence, security, and moving forward.
Midfirst is his bank lender.
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Congratulations to Shawn, Ambre and their two children on the purchase of their new home! They want to encourage other families that think homeownership is out of reach, “Be patient and don’t rush. The process can be a rollercoaster, but working with your counselor, having honest communication, and trusting the process will get you through.”
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We couldn't be more excited for today's newest North Tulsa homeowner!
Stacey and her three boys are moving into their new home, which was constructed by Green Country Habitat for Humanity's longtime volunteer group, The Tuesday Morning Miracle Workers. Stacey has overcome tremendous challenges in the last few years, and attributes her faith with helping her reach this huge milestone. Congratulations to this wonderful family, and welcome home!
Special thanks to MapleMark Bank for providing Stacey's affordable mortgage!
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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.
Tabetha’s homeownership journey took just under six months, and she credits a smooth process to planning her sweat equity hours wisely. She even brought her family along for the education courses, with the money management class being a standout favorite.
What’s next? Finding the perfect furry friend and making countless new memories. Because to Tabetha and her family, home means safety.
Congratulations, Tabetha! Wishing you so much joy in this new chapter.
Special thanks to Gateway Mortgage for providing her affordable mortgage.
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Stephanie has worked as a secretary at Union Public Schools for 20 years, and is the first of her siblings to become a homeowner. She's thankful to be where she is today and shares this advice to others, "Patience, patience, patience. Everything happens for a reason.”
This has been a lifelong dream for Stephanie, and she is excited to build a home for herself and her daughter.
Congratulations to Stephanie, and thanks to Regent Bank for providing her affordable mortgage!
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Sheriece's biggest motivation throughout the homebuying process has been her daughter, and she has worked hard to create a stable financial foundation to build on. Now she's looking forward to enjoying the space she owns and watching her daughter play in the yard.
When asked what advice she would give someone thinking about our program, she said “Do it. It’s going to be worth it. Especially if you have children and you want stability. It’s the best thing for your kids.”
Welcome home Sheriece, and thank you to MapleMark Bank for providing her affordable mortgage!
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Patrick, who works at Hard Rock Casino, recently decided to focus on becoming a homeowner after experiencing some big life transitions. He is excited to learn how to take care of his brand-new home—explaining that it's a space where he can create healthy routines and lifelong memories.
His advice for others? “Let the counselors help you and listen to what they say."To Patrick, Home means independence, security, and moving forward.
Midfirst is his bank lender.
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Congratulations to Shawn, Ambre and their two children on the purchase of their new home! They want to encourage other families that think homeownership is out of reach, “Be patient and don’t rush. The process can be a rollercoaster, but working with your counselor, having honest communication, and trusting the process will get you through.”
Have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or reach out to connect:
Call: 918-592-4224
Email: info@greencountryhabitat.org.
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