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Make a film, make a difference
Professional animators and filmmakers volunteered for two weeks in British Columbia to produce this animated short, after a kick-off day of working on a Habitat build site on Vancouver Island.
Everyone belongs in the Beloved Community
The story behind the landmark civil rights case that paved the way for people with developmental disabilities and mental illnesses to live in community settings.
Habitat for Humanity, Lowe’s and more than 18,000 women build with families nationwide during National Women Build Week
The 11th annual National Women Build Week empowers women to build safe and decent homes in more than 300 communities nationwide.
The Beloved Community in action
Find out how people like you – who believe in equality, justice and compassion – are coming together to build up and celebrate our shared humanity by answering Dr King’s question, “What are you doing for others?”
New home helps a family’s legacy live on in Hawaii
A U.S. Army National Guard veteran and father of four, Moses had dreamed of and worked toward the day where he and his family could have a home of their own. He almost couldn’t believe it when the family services coordinator for Honolulu Habitat for Humanity said, “Welcome to the Habitat family.”
Building a better world through advocacy
With the support of allies like Whirlpool Corporation, Habitat’s U.S. advocacy campaign has helped to influence policy and reshape systems to increase access to affordable housing.
Upcycle idea: Transform repurposed tiles into a new doormat
DIY expert and mom Theresa Clement worked with her son to transform upcycled tiles she found at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore into a brand new accessory for their porch – a tiled doormat!
What is housing affordability?
Families across the United States are paying too high a price to cover the cost of home. Rents and homeownership costs are skyrocketing while wages are not keeping pace. Everyone should have enough money left over after paying rent or mortgage costs to cover life’s necessities.
Common questions about Habitat for Humanity
You may have heard of Habitat for Humanity, but how much do you really know about us? Here are answers to some of the questions we hear most.