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5 qualities of a decent home

While Habitat’s work might look a little different in each of the 70 countries where we have a presence — based on local needs, styles, climate and materials — the elements that make a home “decent” are universal.

Winner of Habitat for Humanity International magazine photo contest selected from worldwide submissions

Guardrail safety on a build site

Learn how you can protect yourself and others from injuries related to floor openings, roof openings and guardrails on a build site.

Home builders help build Habitat for Humanity communities

Across the U.S., professional homebuilders like Jim Sattler helped a grand total of nearly 250 families during our annual Home Builders Blitz.

Habitat houses provide healthy foundations

Dirt floors can cause health issues for children. That’s why families like Lisseth’s are partnering with Habitat to build a safe, new home with a concrete floor.

Habitat and Bank of America

For three decades, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Bank of America has helped families build and improve places to call home.

Home is the key to stability

Regina and Larry’s search for a comfortable home led them to Habitat. The couple was approved for the homeownership program and immediately began volunteering and rooting themselves in their new community.

Canvassing FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about our face-to-face fundraising, or canvassing, and learn more about how every donation matters.

MaxLite makes $1 million commitment to Habitat for Humanity

Yale Locks & Hardware renews pledge for $5 million of locksets to Habitat for Humanity

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