Executive Director
Born and raised in Aitkin, Allison Rian feels a deep connection with the community and its needs. Allison has worked in food security and equity with the Aitkin Farmers Market since 2020. Housing security is a big barrier in Aitkin County, and she is excited to extend and expand her work in that area. She owns and operates AlliCat Farm with her husband, Scott. They have two kids.
Project Director/ Building Coordinator
Dante, an Aitkin transplant, is passionate about serving people in the community. He is looking forward to increasing the number of affordable homes built in Aitkin County.
In addition to his duties at Habitat, Dante also serves as the Youth and Family Coordinator at First Lutheran Church in Aitkin.
Tom Plagman is the president of Aitkin County Habitat for Humanity.
Volunteers form the backbone of Habitat. Whether it is putting together an event or building a home, their contribution is essential.
Read all about our plans and priorities for the next three years. Join our team and help us to move our mission.
If you would like to be a part of this incredible organization, please fill out this form email it to: Dante.irizarry@habitatforhumanityaitkincounty.org
Read our 990 report that tells how the money comes in and where it goes. This report does not include the mortgage income, which funds about a fourth of the operation.