Habitat for Humanity of the Eastern Bighorns (HFHEB) announced that they have received a charitable contribution of $35,000 from Mountain Plains Equity Group, Inc. (MPEG) to be distributed between all Wyoming Habitat affiliates. The contribution is unrestricted and may be used at the discretion of the foundation. "This sizeable contribution is a tremendous boost for our organization, especially in today’s economy when the need for affordable housing is increasing. We are honored that Mountain Plains Equity Group chosen to support our mission.” noted Jessica Lindsley, Executive Director of HFHEB. “These funds will help us to continue our efforts to provide safe, affordable housing for the Sheridan community."

Steve Grimshaw, a resident of Sheridan and Member of MPEG’s Board of Directors, underscored the company’s desire to help the HFHEB organization. “MPEG’s mission is to develop quality, affordable housing for those on a limited budget. This whole effort works to build pride and a certain quality of life in our local communities. We know that HFHEB shares similar goals in promoting well-being in our local communities and we’re sure these funds will be put to good use.”

MPEG was originally founded in 2003 by the Wyoming Community Development Authority (WCDA) in collaboration with the State Housing Agencies in Montana and North Dakota. Since that time, MPEG has provided equity investment capital and other key resources to developers of housing projects. MPEG has achieved great success over the last several years, sponsoring 22 projects and creating 830 rental units. “We’re very pleased to see this kind of result”, said David Haney, Executive Director of the WCDA. “MPEG has not only become a key player in low-income housing, but now they’re reaching out to other organizations like HFHEB to help them be successful as well.”

HFHEB focuses on creating healthy, safe, and affordable housing in our communities. In a spirit of collaboration and fellowship, the organization works with individuals, institutions, businesses, and the Habitat families themselves to eliminate poverty housing thereby making decent shelter a matter of conscience and action.

Steve Grimshaw presented the $35,000 check to HFHEB with brief words of encouragement, stating “In fostering our relationship and our common goal to enhance and promote our communities, it is MPEG’s sincere pleasure to contribute to the worthy cause of the HFHEB organization as they strive to carry out their mission. MPEG has great confidence the donation will have a positive impact not only to the organization, but also to the communities of Wyoming.”