The US Bank Foundation has granted $15,000 to Palouse Habitat for Humanity to assist with operational expenses while the organization works on completing three homes in Palouse, Moscow, and Pullman, and starts planning for 2026 homes in Uniontown.

According to Pam Maxwell, community affairs manager at US Bank, providing safe and stable housing is essential for the well-being of children, families, and communities. She emphasized that partnering with Palouse Habitat for Humanity to improve access to affordable housing can have long-term benefits.

Jennifer Wallace, the Executive Director, shared concerns regarding the housing market in Latah and Whitman counties, stating that many median-income earners are unable to afford the median home prices. This situation leads to families allocating over a third of their income toward housing, which can create challenges in meeting other essential needs, such as food, healthcare, transportation, and childcare.