About Habitat for Humanity

About Habitat for Humanity

Learn about our work, mission, history and leadership.

Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in approximately 70 countries. Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. 

Habitat works toward our vision by building strength, stability and self-reliance in partnership with families in need of decent and affordable housing. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage.

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to some of our most frequently asked questions on what Habitat for Humanity does in the U.S. and around the world, and how you can join us.

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Impact

By partnering with Habitat, families and communities transform their lives with the incredible effects of safe and affordable shelter, including improvements in health, safety, child development, economic opportunity and educational achievement.

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Newsroom

Our newsroom has the latest press releases covering Habitat for Humanity’s volunteer events, partnerships and corporate news, along with our contact info for the media.

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Habitat's history

Founded in 1976 by Millard and Linda Fuller, Habitat for Humanity is a true world leader in addressing the issues of poor housing conditions.

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Partners

We are deeply grateful to the many partners who help Habitat for Humanity build decent and affordable housing in the United States and around the world.

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Habitat Learns

You can learn more about housing issues around the world. In this learning portal, you will find online courses, articles and downloadable resources.

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Advocacy

Habitat for Humanity does more than build. We also advocate to change policies and systems to improve access to adequate affordable housing. Learn more and how you can get involved.

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