Housing

What We Fund

Increasing pathways that expand homeownership, improving existing housing, adding housing opportunities, and strengthening Beloit neighborhoods..

Habitat for Humanity

Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock

Habitat for Humanity Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock has returned to Beloit, restarting its affordable homeownership work in the community by constructing and selling 10 affordable homes to qualified partner families earning 50-80% of Area Median Income. Families’ complete homebuyer education, contribute sweat equity, and purchase homes through affordable mortgage products sized to their income.

The project includes 5 donated lots in the Town of Beloit and 5 lots donated by the City of Beloit in the Hackett neighborhood. Local partnerships support homebuyer readiness, site development, construction, volunteers, and long-term community engagement.

The Hendricks Family Foundation provided seed funding to Habitat for Humanity WJR in support of the project, expanding affordable homeownership opportunities in the Beloit community and helping to create a foundation for strong families and neighborhoods.

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Habitat for Humanity Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock

Housing | HFF Priorities

Habitat for Humanity Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock has returned to Beloit, restarting its affordable homeownership work in the community by constructing and selling 10 affordable homes to qualified partner families earning 50-80% of Area Median Income. Families’ complete homebuyer education, contribute sweat equity, and purchase homes through affordable mortgage products sized to their income.

The project includes 5 donated lots in the Town of Beloit and 5 lots donated by the City of Beloit in the Hackett neighborhood. Local partnerships support homebuyer readiness, site development, construction, volunteers, and long-term community engagement.

The Hendricks Family Foundation provided seed funding to Habitat for Humanity WJR in support of the project, expanding affordable homeownership opportunities in the Beloit community and helping to create a foundation for strong families and neighborhoods.

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Acts Housing

Acts Housing brought their successful Milwaukee-based program model to Beloit in 2019 to assist striving families in achieving their dream of home ownership. A true “hands-up” model, the organization partners with community members in an entrepreneurial style, giving participants support and coaching as they learn about and are empowered to build the skills necessary to support ownership.

To date, Acts has supported over 150 families in achieving their homeownership dream, increasing ownership in the Merrill & Hackett neighborhoods and building a sustainable, viable, affordable homeownership pathway in Beloit for families with limited incomes.

The Hendricks Family Foundation recently renewed its commitment to Acts Housing, awarding $750,000 in operating funds through 2028 and contributing a $500,000 program-related investment to the Beloit200 Revolving Loan Fund in support of the Acts Housing Loan Fund.

UPDATED TO ABOVE VERSION JAN 2026

Acts Housing brought their successful Milwaukee-based program model to Beloit in 2019 to assist striving families in achieving their dream of home ownership. A true “hands-up” model, the organization partners with community members in an entrepreneurial style, giving participants support and coaching as they learn about and are empowered to build the skills necessary to support ownership.

At the conclusion of its Beloit initiative, Acts will have supported at least 150 families, increased ownership in the Merrill and Hackett neighborhoods and built a sustainable, viable, affordable homeownership market in Beloit for families with limited incomes.

Learn More Learn More About Beloit Housing Challenges Acts’ 2025 Alumni Outcomes Report

Acts Housing

Acts Housing brought their successful Milwaukee-based program model to Beloit in 2019 to assist striving families in achieving their dream of home ownership. A true “hands-up” model, the organization partners with community members in an entrepreneurial style, giving participants support and coaching as they learn about and are empowered to build the skills necessary to support ownership.

To date, Acts has supported over 150 families in achieving their homeownership dream, increasing ownership in the Merrill & Hackett neighborhoods and building a sustainable, viable, affordable homeownership pathway in Beloit for families with limited incomes.

The Hendricks Family Foundation recently renewed its commitment to Acts Housing, awarding $750,000 in operating funds through 2028 and contributing a $500,000 program-related investment to the Beloit200 Revolving Loan Fund in support of the Acts Housing Loan Fund.

Learn More Learn More About Beloit Housing Challenges Acts’ 2025 Alumni Outcomes Report

Family Services of Northern IL & Southern WI

Next Steps Family Resilience Center

The Next Steps Family Resilience Center provides 18 units of 2-year transitional housing for unhoused families with at least one child under 18 years of age. Foundation support helped to complete the final 8 housing units in the second phase of the project.

Since its inception in 2025, Next Steps has housed 84 individuals. The program seeks to strengthen the Beloit community by providing services that are effective, timely, and create lasting positive outcomes for adults and children in vulnerable families. Parents are empowered to become financially self-sustained, securely housed and engaged in their child’s well-being, providing children opportunities and support to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

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Family Services of Northern IL & Southern WI

Next Steps Family Resilience Center

The Next Steps Family Resilience Center provides 18 units of 2-year transitional housing for unhoused families with at least one child under 18 years of age. Foundation support helped to complete the final 8 housing units in the second phase of the project.

Since its inception in 2025, Next Steps has housed 84 individuals. The program seeks to strengthen the Beloit community by providing services that are effective, timely, and create lasting positive outcomes for adults and children in vulnerable families. Parents are empowered to become financially self-sustained, securely housed and engaged in their child’s well-being, providing children opportunities and support to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

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Rock Valley Community Programs (RVCP)

Housing 4 Our Veterans

Since 2011, RVCP has served more than 500 veterans. Housing 4 Our Vets offers 48 single-occupancy suites, including four fully accessible units, with 30 beds for specialized clinical treatment and 18 for intensive transitional housing. Veterans receive individualized, coordinated support in a safe, sober environment for up to 24 months before moving to permanent housing.

Participation in evidence-based mental health recovery programs that also address housing, medical care, substance use, education, employment, legal, financial, social, and spiritual needs as well as the availability of on-site daily living resources help veterans achieve stability, well-being, and successful community reintegration.

The Foundation has provided targeted investment support for the program at different points over the last 15 years, helping veterans experiencing homelessness pursue long-term stability and permanent housing.

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Rock Valley Community Programs (RVCP)

Housing 4 Our Veterans

Since 2011, RVCP has served more than 500 veterans. Housing 4 Our Vets offers 48 single-occupancy suites, including four fully accessible units, with 30 beds for specialized clinical treatment and 18 for intensive transitional housing. Veterans receive individualized, coordinated support in a safe, sober environment for up to 24 months before moving to permanent housing.

Participation in evidence-based mental health recovery programs that also address housing, medical care, substance use, education, employment, legal, financial, social, and spiritual needs as well as the availability of on-site daily living resources help veterans achieve stability, well-being, and successful community reintegration.

The Foundation has provided targeted investment support for the program at different points over the last 15 years, helping veterans experiencing homelessness pursue long-term stability and permanent housing.

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“A strong community needs a variety of housing options to meet the needs of everyone who calls it home. From first-time homebuyers to growing families and those looking to put down roots, having the right housing opportunities is essential. We believe investing in a diverse mix of housing is an important part of building a stronger, more vibrant community.”

Konya Schuh

Insights

Insights Archive

Education, Housing, Strong & Vibrant Community

Eclipse Park & The Lincoln Academy Expansion

The expansion of The Lincoln Academy (TLA) and future plans for the Eclipse Park area have generated important questions about education, housing and the future of Beloit.

Housing, Strong & Vibrant Community

The Challenge of Housing in Beloit

“A thriving community.” This is the opening of the vision statement for the Hendricks Family Foundation, and we lean into it often to shape and prioritize our work here in Beloit. When challenges emerge, we ask ourselves: What can we do to contribute? What do we know and need to know? How can we help move the needle?

Housing, Veteran & Veteran Families

Housing 4 Our Vets

Caring for Those Who Protect Our Freedoms. According to data from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) there are approximately 19 million veterans in the US; roughly one-third of those are retired.

Housing, Strong & Vibrant Community

ACTS Housing — Proving What Is Possible

At the Hendricks Family Foundation, we know every person has within themselves the ability to do great things, to embrace taking a risk in the effort to solve a problem, transform their life, and strengthen their family.

Housing, Strong & Vibrant Community

ACTS Housing Corporation | Beloit Wisconsin

The Hendricks Family Foundation is pleased to award a five-year grant of nearly $1.2 million to the ACTS Housing Corporation,” announced Diane Hendricks, President and Chairman of the Board. “The ACTS model is a true ‘hands up’ model, offering coaching, skill-building and financing to help Beloit families become proud homeowners.

Housing, Strong & Vibrant Community

Transforming Lives Through GIFTS

A major priority of the Hendricks Family Foundation is to give people a second chance in life. With that in mind, the Foundation has awarded a grant of $50,000 to the God Is Faithful Temporary Shelter, more commonly known as GIFTS.

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