building strength, stability & self-reliance through shelter

Our Vision

everyone in Charlotte deserves decent, affordable housing.

stories of home & hope

The House that Love Built

Alongee is excited about her new home, and what it means to her and her daughter – a future full of hope and possibilities.

"The Crock-Pot Has Been My Best Friend."

Furman Smith is a firm believer that true rewards come from challenging journeys. Thanks to his hard work, one journey has reached its happy ending.

A Happy, Healthy Ending

Because of Critical Home Repair, Angie is able to enjoy her home for many more years to come.

1-in-3 Charlotte families currently live in unaffordable housing

A person must work 92 hours a week at a minimum wage job to afford the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Charlotte

From 2006 to 2017, Charlotte rents increased by 16%, while wages remained flat

habitat charlotte's impact

Since Habitat Charlotte’s founding in 1983, we have partnered with over 2,000 families. In fiscal year 2019 alone, 48 new homes were built and 79 Critical Home Repair projects were completed.

Read more about Habitat Charlotte’s work in our latest Community Impact Report.

Read the Report

upcoming events

Jan 25

Task Leader Training: Framing & Trusses

8:00 a.m.

May 09

Blue Jean Bash 2020

6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
The Westin Charlotte

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