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Community Partner Spotlight: University of Idaho Extension 4-H — Sendy Martinez and Anabel Martinez
More Than a Place to Live: Creating Opportunities for Kids in Our Affordable Housing Communities At NeighborWorks® Boise, affordable housing is about more than providing a home people can afford.…
A Family Tradition of Service Leads the Klostermans to NeighborWorks Boise
Volunteers are the heart of NeighborWorks® Boise, and recently, one family showed us that distance is no match for a strong commitment to service! Mike and Mimi Klosterman, along…
A Fresh Start
For many families, the dream of homeownership can feel distant, but for two Idaho families, that dream is becoming reality. Through Hayden Homes and the First Story program, families have…
More Than a Fresh Coat of Paint: Paint The Town™ 2026
It was a great day for Paint The Town™ On Saturday, June 13, approximately 470 volunteers came together to paint and improve 26 homes for seniors, veterans, and neighbors with disabilities across Ada County.…
Meet the Russells
A Home Changes Everything. After spending time away from Idaho, Eric and Kelly Russell returned home—only then realizing how much housing costs had changed. As they searched for a place…
Community Partner Spotlight
Morgan Hoffman Realtor, JPAR Live Local For Morgan Hoffman, homeownership is more than a milestone. It is personal. As a Realtor, she sees every day how transformative it can be—and…
Opening Doors: Katie’s Journey to Homeownership
During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women who shape our communities in big and small ways. Sometimes those moments are quiet but powerful — like the day someone receives…
Community in Action: Sacred Heart Catholic School Supports NeighborWorks® Boise Families
Community in action starts with showing up—and Sacred Heart Catholic School did just that. NeighborWorks® Boise was honored to receive an incredible show of support from the students, families, and…
Stronger Together
Frontier Elementary Families Gather at Northwest Pointe In early February, the community room at — one of NeighborWorks® Boise’s multifamily affordable housing communities — became a place of connection, conversation,…
A Home Made Whole.
Jill’s Story. A small painted wooden heart hangs from a tree branch in front of Jill’s home. A gift from her late mother, it serves as a gentle symbol of…
Coaching Towards Homeownership
Pre-purchase Coaching Towards Homeownership Did you know NWB provides free coaching with our HUD-certified Housing Counselors? Pre-purchase coaching is a valuable resource for a prospective homebuyer that helps ensure you…
How NeighborWorks® Helps in Idaho Gives
Image Source: Pexels Giving Back: NeighborWorks® Role in Idaho Gives More than any other day of the year, Idaho Gives is an event that brings the Idaho community together to…
Your Guide to Down Payment Assistance Programs in Idaho
Image Source: Pexels Everything You Need to Know About Down Payment Assistance Programs in Idaho Buying a home is a dream for most, and for good reason. You can adjust…
How Much Should You Save for a Down Payment in Idaho?
One of the first steps you take before buying a house in Idaho is establishing a down payment. A down payment is a percentage of the total cost of a…
What to Expect When Purchasing a Home in Idaho: The Loan Process Explained
Purchasing a home for the first time can be both an exhilarating and daunting process, especially in the diverse markets of Idaho. And doesn’t help that the lending process is…