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6 facts about Habitat’s sustainability efforts

Home affordability and sustainable building go hand-in-hand. Want a peek at how we’re helping homeowners and our planet? Check out these six facts for a glimpse into Habitat’s expansive sustainability work.

Habitat continues long-term disaster recovery work in Puerto Rico

With the support of AbbVie, Habitat is working to create a sustainable impact in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria and help storm-affected homeowners like Rosa and Antonio repair their homes.

Carter Work Projects through the years

Since 1984, President and Mrs. Carter have been building and advocating for affordable housing alongside Habitat for Humanity for over 30 years. Journey through the incredible legacy of Carter Work Projects!

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.

Habitat for Humanity helps support shelter needs of more than 5,000 families affected by Haiyan one month after disaster

Research series: How do racial inequities limit homeownership opportunities?

Black and Hispanic/Latino households face unique barriers to homeownership, which in turn prevents access to the associated beneficial outcomes. This brief provides an overview of these structural and institutional obstacles and their far-reaching effects.

Hope is growing

Since 2010, Habitat Jacksonville has repaired 125 houses in the New Town neighborhood as part of our holistic Neighborhood Revitalization approach.

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.

How housing affects health

A decent, affordable house can have a significant impact on a family’s health.

Aging in Place impact

By partnering with Habitat’s Aging in Place program, older adults across the U.S. are able to access the resources they need to age in their homes, while maintaining both their independence and quality of life. The results are happier, healthier older adults – just take a look at some of the stories they’ve shared with us.

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