Policy solutions
To achieve systemic changes, we’re working alongside informal settlement residents, community members and allies to address barriers to adequate housing in four focus areas.
To achieve systemic changes, we’re working alongside informal settlement residents, community members and allies to address barriers to adequate housing in four focus areas.
Homeowners Nilda, Christina, Ai, Yessica – and longtime volunteer Teri – reflect on the difference Habitat and homeownership have made in their lives.
Pets are often considered members of the family, so it is important to take their needs and safety into consideration when preparing for a disaster.
Supporting vulnerable families in urban informal settlements through inclusive, data-driven and innovative housing solutions.
Promote safer, greener construction practices and build 30 homes for displaced families in Nepal
When housing isn’t affordable and secure, families suffer.
“It means the world to me. It gives me the actual ability to have my son come over without me having to physically help him up the steps and everything else,” says Robert, who was able to build a new ramp for his home with the support of Habitat and the Wells Fargo Foundation.
Check out the sponsors for Habitat on the Hill 2025.
Low-income families are bearing the greatest brunt of the impact of climate change. At Habitat, we partner with financial institutions from around the world to provide the products and services that families need to build a stronger home for themselves.
Emily took an old pair of homemade lamps from the 1970s and gave them a fresh look with some primer, paint and new shades.