habitat for humanity international

Habitat for Humanity is present in nearly 100 countries worldwide.

In the midst of a worldwide housing crisis, millions of families still live in dangerous, unhealthy housing, struggling every day just to survive. For them, Habitat for Humanity's self-help housing program is a beacon of hope.

A non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry.

Habitat for Humanity International was founded in 1976 and builds simple and affordable homes in partnership with those in need of decent housing. Families purchase the houses through interest-free loans. To date, Habitat has built over 225,000 homes worldwide, providing more than 1 million people with housing.

Habitat operates at the grassroots level, with affiliates in all 50 states and a presence in 94 other countries. Local residents in each community direct the affiliates and are responsible for family selection, fundraising, house construction and all day-to-day operations. Habitat Charlotte is the 7th-ranked affiliate in the U.S.