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Habitat and WASH

Access to safe and reliable water, sanitation and hygiene — called WASH — is an integral component of adequate housing. By connecting communities with our solutions, we help advance health outcomes, environmental conservation, women’s empowerment, economic growth and education.

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!

Building the Beloved Community

Habitat is working to create what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called “the Beloved Community” — we will do the work in our practices, our programs and our networks to put equity and justice at the forefront of our efforts and bring that mission to the communities in which we work.

Research series: Who has access to homeownership?

Affordable homeownership has long-lasting and life-changing impacts on households. In this evidence brief, Habitat takes a look at who currently has access to homeownership and what factors play a role in the U.S.

5 policy solutions to advance racial equity in housing

View our policy solutions to help remedy years of discriminatory housing policies and join us in helping to ensure all families have a stable, affordable place to call home.

Lent devotions

During this Lenten season, join us for weekly devotions as we focus on ways we can honor Jesus by caring for others. You will find a devotion for each week of Lent.

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.

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Home is the key to stability

Becoming a Habitat homeowner means the world to Alondra, especially now that her children have a safe place to play and build lasting memories. 

Home is the key to connection

Now that they’ve built their “forever home” with Habitat, Cynthia and Valdemar are focused on building a safe, loving community where their sons can have a bright future.

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