Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in your local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a safe, affordable place to call home. Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Together, we build innovative housing solutions.

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How does Habitat for Humanity help families?

Since our founding in 1976 we have helped more than 65 million people in countries around the world build their futures on their own terms through access to decent housing. We’ve done that by working alongside people of all walks of life to build, repair and finance their homes, by innovating new ways of building and financing, and by advocating for policies that make constructing and accessing housing easier for everyone.

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How does Habitat for Humanity homeownership work?

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:

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

Habitat’s future homeowners invest hundreds of hours of their own labor, called sweat equity, working alongside volunteers and other Habitat homeowners, in addition to paying an affordable mortgage and receiving financial education.

Habitat for Humanity follows a nondiscriminatory policy of family selection. Neither race nor religion is a factor in choosing Habitat’s homeowners.

Does Habitat for Humanity only build new houses?

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

In addition to new construction, Habitat renovates existing homes in many communities, particularly in urban areas.
Habitat for Humanity helps people repair and improve their own homes and neighborhoods.
Habitat also works with local communities to address a variety of housing needs after disasters.
Habitat’s advocacy work raises awareness and support for decent and affordable housing around the world.
In Asia-Pacific and other regions, Habitat works with partner organizations to serve even more families through innovative financing methods.

Learn more about our work.

How can I become a volunteer?

We have many volunteer opportunities. Visit our Volunteer section to find and learn more about:

Local volunteer opportunities
Travel and build
Volunteering long-term
Volunteering as part of a group
Volunteering as part of a special event

What are Habitat for Humanity national organizations?

They are local Habitat for Humanity organizations that act in partnership with and on behalf of Habitat for Humanity International. In the United States, they are known as affiliates.

Each national organization coordinates all aspects of Habitat’s work in its local area.

Find your local Habitat for Humanity organization.

Does Habitat for Humanity accept donations?

Habitat depends on financial donations to fund our work. These donations help families build a place they can call home. Visit our Support page to learn more.

We also have local home improvement stores called Habitat ReStores, which sell reusable and surplus building materials, furniture and appliances to the public. The money made from these sales is used to help families build a better future. To donate materials, contact your local Habitat ReStore.

What is a Habitat for Humanity ReStore?

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price. Habitat for Humanity ReStores are owned and operated by Habitat for Humanity national organizations or affiliates, and proceeds are used to help families build better futures on their own terms locally and around the world.

Find a ReStore near you.

Where does Habitat for Humanity operate?

Habitat for Humanity works in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 60 countries around the world. Our operational headquarters are located in Americus, Georgia, and our administrative headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. In the Asia-Pacific region, we are active in Australia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Fiji, Hong Kong SAR, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Nepal, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam. We also work through local partners in Samoa and Tonga. The Asia-Pacific area office is located in Manila, Philippines.

Find a local Habitat near you.

How are donations distributed and used?

Habitat for Humanity relies on gifts from individuals, corporations and other groups to help families in need of decent and affordable homes around the world. All donations of any amount are deeply appreciated.

Designated donations are allocated in support of the national organization, the Habitat affiliate in the U.S. or program of the donor’s choosing.

Undesignated gifts are invested through the Global Impact Fund where they can have the greatest impact.

Habitat’s Global Impact Fund helps:

Design and replicate innovative programs to serve more low-income families.
Build the capacity of our network of U.S. affiliates and national organizations.
Cover other costs necessary to ensure that Habitat fulfills its mission with excellence.

Habitat’s most recent audited financial statement is available online.

Visit our Support page to learn more.

What is the organizational structure of Habitat for Humanity International?

An international board of directors oversees the work of Habitat for Humanity.

The Habitat headquarters are operated by an administrative staff, professional and support employees, and volunteers.

Visit our Leadership page for more information.

How does Habitat for Humanity work with the government?

Habitat asks legislators and housing regulators to increase support for affordable homeownership and decent housing.

Habitat monitors public policies related to housing, community and international development.

Habitat advocates for policies that will increase access to decent, affordable housing available to people around the world.

Habitat accepts government funds as long as they have no conditions that would violate our principles or limit our ability to proclaim our Christian identity.

Learn more about our advocacy efforts.

Is Habitat for Humanity a Christian organization?

Yes, we are a global nonprofit Christian housing organization. All who desire to be a part of this work are welcome, regardless of religious preference or background. We have a policy of building with people in need regardless of race or religion. We welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.

Learn more about Habitat’s history.

How do I raise a concern?

Learn more about raising concerns and how to confidentially and anonymously report any issue or concern that may arise.

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