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What is poverty?
Learn how poverty is defined in the U.S. and around the world, and how the reach and impact of poverty affects people.
Where does Habitat for Humanity build houses?
We build in nearly 70 countries around the world, amid vastly varied physical and social landscapes. Here are a few of the places where our homeowners and volunteers build brighter futures. Build with us today!
We both value service
The trip from Wisconsin to South Jersey was to help build another Habitat house, or so Anne thought. Jed had other plans.
Habitat for Humanity’s commitments to reduce poverty and foster more sustainable cities
Habitat for Humanity International welcomes two members to its board of directors
Habitat for Humanity International is pleased to announce the election of Salesforce President and Chief Financial Officer Amy Weaver and the Right Reverend Robert C. Wright, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, to its board of directors.
Novelis and Habitat for Humanity launch new initiative to support and promote neighborhood sustainability through increased recycling
The recycling initiative begins June 1 and invites 140 local Habitat organizations to work with their local civic groups, businesses and community partners to improve sustainability in their communities.
Many hands (and smiles!) make light work
Nearly 20 years ago, Sarah began volunteering with Habitat while serving in the military. Now, as a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, she’s known for her longstanding commitment to safe and affordable housing and her ability to inspires other community members to get involved.
Advocating to help more families
Refugees Asia and Edik were able to find safety and security in affordable housing due to Habitat Poland’s advocacy efforts.
Our Better Angels: A book by Jonathan Reckford
Now in paperback: Habitat for Humanity CEO Jonathan Reckford shares stories of Habitat volunteers and future homeowners in his book, Our Better Angels: Seven Simple Virtues That Will Change Your Life and the World, with a foreword by Jimmy Carter.