Habitat Charlotte transforms lives by partnering with families and our communities to create and preserve affordable home ownership solutions.

Our Core Values:

Faith
We are a Christian ministry grounded in the teachings and love of Jesus Christ
We welcome and serve people of all faiths.

Families and Home Ownership
We believe that home ownership transforms lives, promotes dignity and enhances self-esteem.
We invest in the long-term success of our partner families and neighborhoods.

Community Building and Volunteerism
We provide opportunities for people and organizations to experience the power of working together to transform lives and improve the quality of life in our community.
We celebrate the passion of our volunteers and donors and strive to provide a rewarding volunteer experience.

Advocacy
We value a community where all people have an affordable place to call home and we advocate on behalf of those who need safe, decent shelter.

Stewardship
We are committed to the highest level of accountability to our donors, partner families and our community.

Inclusiveness
We value diversity and strive to represent it through all aspects of our organization.

Ethical Leadership
We value the dedication of our Board of Directors and staff and hold them to the highest ethical standards as they work to achieve our mission.

Innovation
We encourage and embrace innovative practices.

Partnership
We value our partnership with Habitat for Humanity International and actively support its global mission.
We support our long-term partnership with Habitat for Humanity of El Salvador.

Key accomplishments at a glance:

• For fiscal year 2010-2011, over 90% of every dollar received went to fund programs
• Habitat Charlotte has consistently received a coveted 4-Star rating by Charity Navigator for the organization's corporate and fiscal responsibility and management
• Habitat Charlotte was named the 2008 Large Affiliate and ReStore of the Year by Habitat International
• Habitat homeowners have paid cumulative property taxes totaling over $8 million