We're currently accepting applications for our Homeownership Program in Putnam County! Applications will be accepted until June 5th and are available in person at our Administrative Office and ReStore during operating hours. You can also download an application on our website.

Return your completed application to our Administrative Office or ReStore within the application window (May 26 - June 5) to be considered for the program. If you plan on returning your application to our Administrative Office, please schedule a time to drop it off to our Director of Homeowner Services, Maren (her contact information is below). Please note: we do not accept virtual applications at this time.

If you need further accommodations to apply for the program, please reach out to our Director of Homeowner Services, Maren, by emailing maren@uchabitat.org or calling 931-528-1711 ex. 2.

When: Saturday, July 4, 2024, at 7 a.m.

Where: Downtown Smithville

Pre-registration is now open and closes July 2nd, 2026, at Noon CST ($30 for adults 19 and up and $25 for ages 18 and under). Register today to ensure you receive a Fiddler 5K T-shirt. After July 2nd, prices will increase and T-shirts may no longer be available.

Lilly Waggoner is a junior majoring in Architecture and Interior Design and Fashion Merchandising and Design at Tennessee Tech University. She's currently completing her practicum at the ReStore by beautifully designing a room each week with our donated furniture and decor. She'll be displaying them in a way that sparks inspiration for our customers.

Originally from DeKalb County, Lilly says she was drawn to work for Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity becuase of the work that she's seen done in her community. She says she's really excited about volunteering and gaining experience through Habitat for Humanity!

If you're shopping in the ReStore, check out Lilly's room!

Join us on August 25^th from noon to 1 PM at Livingston Life Church (1634 Cookeville Hwy, Livingston, TN 38570) for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to transforming lives through Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity. This event serves as a key opportunity to bring together community members, partners, and supporters to raise crucial funds that directly support our mission: helping local families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable housing.

Interested in being our Presenting Sponsor or Lunch Sponsor? Reach out to Kasey by emailing kasey@uchabitat.org.

Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and hands-on fun as we create heartfelt, handmade pieces just in time for fall gifting. Whether for your home, as a heartfelt gift, or as a reminder of the moments and connections that matter most, all while supporting the mission.

Each participant will paint and take home a unique, hand-crafted mug and trinket dish, capturing the comfort of a warm mug and the sentiment behind treasured keepsakes.

No experience is necessary—just bring your creativity! All materials and instruction will be provided.

Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your seat soon. We can’t wait to see what you create while supporting a wonderful cause in our community.

Farewell to Stephanie Carpenter, our Director of Finance and Operations! Stephanie has worked at UC Habitat for nearly two years, and during that time she's had a monumental impact on the organization.

"My work with Habitat has been the most meaningful of my entire career," she says. "Learning the ins and outs of a large non-profit, seeing all the programs that work together under the Habitat umbrella, and seeing first-hand the impact on families that are buying the homes, receiving repairs, and even the employees and their families—has all been eye-opening."

Though Stephanie is stepping down from her position, she plans on staying involved and will continue to support the mission.

"I am now even more excited to serve this wonderful mission in other ways!"

Thank you, Stephanie!

We’re excited to officially welcome Grant Jenkins to the Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity Team as our new Director of Finance and Operations!

Grant moved to the Upper Cumberland in 2017 to attend Tennessee Tech University. Since graduating with a bachelor's degree in business finance, he's worked primarily in wealth management and retirement services. Grant married his wife, Kiri, a Cookeville native, in 2020 and last year, their daughter, Ellie, was born!

We are so blessed to have Grant join our team as we continue building hope, homes, and community across the Upper Cumberland.

Grant can be reached via email at grant@uchabitat.org.

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