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Housing advocacy resources and publications

Gain access to Habitat for Humanity’s advocacy resources and publications to learn how our global network shapes policies that help families in need of a place to call home.

Habitat houses open doors to new opportunities

Even as a single mom of six with two part-time jobs, Joyce was able to change her family’s future with the help of Habitat for Humanity.

Why housing affordability?

Quality housing — housing that is safe, healthy and affordable — is foundational to individuals and families, to the communities in which we live and to the economies in which we all participate.

Why we build

Habitat for Humanity knows that creating opportunities for affordable homeownership changes lives. See the data behind why we build around the world and the difference a decent home makes for families.

Supporting the cause

Find out how support for the Home is the Key cause had a positive impact on families that partnered with Habitat for Humanity.

The meaning of giving back and paying it forward

See the story of how paying it forward with a donated dining set defines the meaning of giving back.

Habitat houses create secure spaces

Shenita and her two children are now living in a safe home in a nice neighborhood thanks to Habitat for Humanity.

How-to video: DIY unique flower planter with Habitat ReStore materials

A do-it-yourself project doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive — just take it from a DIY expert who transformed gently used materials from a Habitat ReStore into something new.

Habitat for Humanity ReStores

Habitat ReStores are home improvement stores and donation centers selling new and gently used furniture, appliances, home goods, building materials and more. Proceeds from items sold at Habitat ReStores support our efforts to build homes, communities and hope.

AmeriCorps Build-a-Thon opens doors

The annual AmeriCorps Build-a-Thon event showcases the importance of service and the transformative power of a decent house, like the ones Frankie and Jackie built with Habitat.

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