Posted Sep 2, 2025
By ALLEN MINCEY
Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland turns 35 years old this year, and to celebrate that accomplishment, the organization has two special events lined up for October.
On Oct. 20, Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland plans to build a new home to celebrate its 35 years … in 35 days. The home will be located at 125 Carlos Way, which the organization says is “a fast-paced community effort celebrating 35 years of building homes, hope and opportunity in Cleveland.”
The new home “will benefit Brooke Alley and her son, Orville, and will be powered by an incredible coalition of local partners and suppliers donating materials and labor. It’s the story of a community rolling up its sleeves to accelerate homeownership for a hardworking local family.”
Brooke’s story is one that mirrors many who have received a new home through Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland. She and her son are living in their mother’s basement now, and have moved from place to place but never had one that felt like home.
“More than anything, she wants Orville to have a place he knows he’ll always be safe — a place to call home,” the Habitat profile says of the new homeowner. “Every day, Brooke holds on to her dream and she can feel the excitement building. She’s not just waiting for a house; she’s waiting for a new beginning. A place where they can settle, create new memories and finally just be. It’s all love, hard work and anticipation as they count down the days to their fresh start.”
Just days before the 35-day build begins, Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland will host another special event — the 2025 Blueprints and Blue Jeans Beyond the Doorway dinner.
The event will highlight Habitat’s 35 years of service in Cleveland and Bradley County, as well as give donors a chance to help the organization continue its work in the community.
Blueprints and Blue Jeans will be held on Oct. 16 at The Vineyard at Howe Farms, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with cocktail hour. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m.
“Set at the beautiful Howe Farms, this relaxed, denim-friendly event features a delicious BBQ dinner, a cocktail hour and an inspiring program showcasing the transformational power of homeownership,” according to Habitat promotional material. “You’ll hear firsthand stories from families whose lives have been changed through Habitat’s work and have the opportunity to make a direct impact through our paddle raise.”
Registration for the event is available through the Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland website at www.habitatofcleveland.org.
