$10K in Tools Stolen From Habitat for Humanity in Kenosha — but Mission to Build Homes Won’t Stop

$10K in tools stolen from Habitat for Humanity in Kenosha — but mission to build homes won’t stop

Over the Labor Day weekend, two construction trailers belonging to Habitat for Humanity in Kenosha were broken into, with nearly $10,000 worth of power tools, saws, drills and other equipment stolen.The trailers were locked and stored at Habitats 50th Street site. Leaders say it's crucial for volunteers working to build homes for hardworking families in need.Rex Hamilton, a Habitat leader, said the initial reaction was one of frustration, but th…

Fund Drive Underway to Replace Stolen Habitat for Humanity Tools

Sept. 4, 2025 9:10p (WGTD)---A fundraising effort is underway to cover at least part of the cost of replacing over $10,000 worth of tools that were stolen from two construction trailers owned by Habitat for Humanity of Kenosha and Racine counties.  The thefts were discovered Tuesday morning when workers returned to a job site in the 1300 blk. of 50th St. The thieves gained access by bypassing saw-resistant locks and cutting through the trailer d…