Nearly 19 million households across the United States are spending at least half of their income on a place to live, often foregoing basic necessities like adequate food and health care to make ends meet. In response to that challenge, Habitat for Humanity is launching its first-ever nationwide advocacy campaign in the United States.
Simpson Strong-Tie has committed $450,000 to Habitat for Humanity to help build safe and affordable homes. Funding will also support the housing organization’s Habitat Strong program, which uses building methods to improve durability, resiliency and strength to uphold against severe climate conditions.
Thousands of volunteers are joining Habitat for Humanity’s 34th Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in Canada to build 150 homes in celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary.
Habitat for Humanity marks its fourth year of partnership with Ply Gem in 2019. The company’s donation of siding, windows and accessories has helped families across the U.S. fulfill their dream of owning a decent and affordable Habitat home.
Learn more about our disaster response work in Puerto Rico and other affected areas in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
Habitat for Humanity Home is the Key homeowners Donna and Christopher share their journey to owning their own home and the hopes they have for their children’s futures.
Guillermo and Ivannia Carballo share the positive impact of their Habitat experience.
Habitat homeowners David and Nino share the special experience of having lumber from the 2012 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree help build their home.