Too many among the general public aren’t aware that the egregious racial disparities in America that exist today — in education, employment, health and wealth — are linked to Black families’ exclusion from accessing decent and affordable shelter – something we all need to thrive.
Families across the United States are paying too high a price to cover the cost of home. Rents and homeownership costs are skyrocketing while wages are not keeping pace. Everyone should have enough money left over after paying rent or mortgage costs to cover life’s necessities.
With the help of volunteers and donors like you, we are able to provide shelter assistance, education, training and partnerships to the affected individuals who find themselves in unthinkable situations rebuilding after a disaster strikes.
You may have heard of Habitat for Humanity, but how much do you really know about us? Here are answers to some of the questions we hear most.
Through Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes program, donated vehicles raise money to help more families. Just a few clicks online can get your donation in process.
You never know who you will end up working beside on a Habitat for Humanity build site.
Since 1976, the global housing nonprofit has worked alongside more than 62 million people around the world.
Habitat-USAID/BHA’s Humanitarian Shelter and Settlements fellowship offers students a chance to deepen their research and boost their professional careers. Learn about the fellows that are part of this innovative program and their inspiring work.
Habitat CEO Jonathan Reckford discusses fair and affordable housing with Eric Garcetti.