Habitat For Humanity

Habitat For Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in 1,400 communities across the U.S. and in nearly 70 countries and has helped 6.8 million people achieve strength, stability and independence through safe, decent and affordable shelter. Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

"Families in need of decent, affordable housing apply for homeownership with their local Habitat for Humanity. Each local Habitat’s family selection committee selects homeowners based on three criteria:

1. The applicant’s level of need.
2. Their willingness to partner with Habitat.
3. Their ability to repay a mortgage through an affordable payment plan."

"Habitat for Humanity works in a number of different ways to create decent, affordable housing.

1. In addition to new construction, Habitat also renovates existing homes in many communities, particularly in urban areas.
2. Habitat for Humanity helps people repair and improve their own homes and neighborhoods.
3. Habitat’s Disaster Response works with local communities to address a variety of housing needs after natural disasters.
4. Habitat’s advocacy work raises awareness and support for decent and affordable housing around the world.
5. Outside of North America, Habitat works with partner organizations to serve even more families through innovative financing methods."

Want to Volunteer at your local HFH or Donate? Go to habitat.org.