State Employees Join Habitat for Humanity Affiliates for 9/11 Day of Service
LANSING, MI – September 11, 2025: In recognition of the National Day of Service and Remembrance, state employees from the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO), the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), and the Michigan Community Service Commission partnered with several Habitat for Humanity affiliates for a statewide volunteer effort.
Teams of volunteers spent the day building and repairing homes to honor the spirit of service inspired by September 11. These efforts support Habitat for Humanity’s mission of bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
Media Event at Habitat for Humanity Capital Region
As part of the day’s activities, a special media event was hosted at Habitat for Humanity Capital Region, featuring remarks from leaders of each participating organization. Speakers included:
- Brent Taylor, CEO, Habitat for Humanity Capital Region
- Amy Hovey, CEO & Executive Director, Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
- Ginna Holmes, Executive Director, Michigan Community Service Commission
- Don Wilkinson, President & CEO, Habitat for Humanity of Michigan
Honoring the Spirit of Service
“Partnership events like this one allow us to remember the lives lost on 9/11 by taking meaningful action in our communities,” said Don Wilkinson, President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Michigan. “Every board hammered and wall raised today is a tribute to resilience and the power of service to create lasting change.”
The collaboration between MSHDA, LEO, and Habitat affiliates across the state demonstrates a shared commitment to ensuring everyone has a safe, decent, and affordable place to live.
About the 9/11 Day of Service
The 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance was established to transform the anniversary of September 11 into a day of unity, empathy, and service. By volunteering their time and energy, Michiganders honored the victims and heroes of 9/11 and contributed to building stronger, more connected communities.
