Disaster preparedness: Hurricanes and tropical cyclones
Although hurricanes can be dangerous killers, planning ahead and being prepared can reduce the chances of injury and major property damage.
Although hurricanes can be dangerous killers, planning ahead and being prepared can reduce the chances of injury and major property damage.
Habitat for Humanity supporters have made a lasting difference in the lives of families in need of safe and affordable housing. Seven Habitat donors share why supporting Habitat is important to them and why they share our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Volunteers and homeowners are showing their appreciation for the hard work that was accomplished during this year’s Carter Work Project.
Through Habitat’s Solid Ground global advocacy campaign, families in Zambia — particularly those headed by women — are learning and asserting their land rights.
Habitat’s definition of decent housing includes access to clean water, something more than 40% of Zambians don’t have. By partnering with Habitat Zambia, many communities can now access clean, treated water.
In Nepal’s Eastern Terai region, families are building a brighter future for themselves with the help of the Hilti Foundation’s innovative cement bamboo frame technology. Habitat and the Hilti Foundation are working together to make the disaster-resilient and sustainable building method a viable market leader in Nepal.
Learn about our Disaster Response efforts from 2011 to the present, including the Haiti earthquake, the Nepal earthquake, Bohol earthquake, Typhoon Haiyan, Superstorm Sandy, Hurricane Isaac and more.
Residential energy efficiency offers untold potential for savings, job creation, improvements in health and safety, and community reinvestment. But often, the people who would benefit most from energy upgrades are least able to afford them.
Learn more about the wide variety of flooring options available, as well as the advantages of each.
Learn how Habitat Hammers Back is continuing to help families affected by hurricane damage and how you can get involved.