About Our towns habitat for humanity
Our Towns Habitat for Humanity: Building Stronger Communities through Affordable Housing
Our Towns Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization that aims to provide affordable housing solutions to families in need. The organization has been serving the Charlotte region since 1988 and has helped over 1,200 families achieve their dream of homeownership.
At Our Towns Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone deserves a decent place to live. We work towards this goal by partnering with low-income families, volunteers, and donors to build safe and affordable homes. Our approach is unique in that we offer a hand-up rather than a handout. We empower families by providing them with the tools they need to become self-sufficient homeowners.
Our mission is simple: building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. We believe that stable housing is the foundation upon which individuals can build better lives for themselves and their families. By providing affordable housing solutions, we help break the cycle of poverty and create stronger communities.
How it Works
Our Towns Habitat for Humanity operates on a model of partnership between volunteers, donors, and low-income families in need of affordable housing solutions. Here's how it works:
1) Partner Families: Families who are interested in becoming homeowners apply to our program based on income eligibility criteria. Once selected into our program they must complete sweat equity hours (volunteer hours) before moving into their new home.
2) Volunteers: Volunteers are at the heart of what we do at Our Towns Habitat for Humanity! They help us build homes from start-to-finish alongside partner families who will eventually live there.
3) Donors: Donations from individuals or corporations make up an important part of our funding model as well as grants from local government agencies or foundations.
Together these three groups work together towards one common goal - building safe & affordable homes!
Impact
Since its inception in 1988 Our Towns Habitat for Humanity has made significant strides towards achieving its mission of creating stronger communities through affordable housing solutions:
- Over 1,200 Homes Built
- Over $100 Million Invested In Affordable Housing
- Over 5 Million Volunteer Hours Contributed
- Over $10 Million In Homeowner Mortgage Payments Collected
These numbers speak volumes about the impact that Our Towns Habitat for Humanity has had on Charlotte region residents over the years! By providing access to safe & stable housing options we have helped countless individuals break free from poverty cycles while also strengthening local communities along the way!
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are always welcome at Our Towns Habitat For Humanity! Whether you're an experienced builder or just looking to lend a helping hand there's something here for everyone! Some volunteer opportunities include:
- Construction Site Work
- ReStore Retail Operations Support (selling donated items)
- Office/Administrative Support
- Special Events/Fundraising Assistance
If you're interested in volunteering please visit our website or contact us directly via phone/email today!
Donate Today!
Donations play an important role in helping us continue our mission here at Our Towns Habitat For Humanity! Every dollar counts when it comes down to making sure more people have access to safe & stable living conditions so please consider donating today if you can afford it!
Conclusion
In conclusion "Habitat For humanity" provides hope where there was none before by offering low-income households access not only shelter but also education programs designed specifically around financial literacy skills such as budgeting tips etc., which helps them become more self-sufficient over time while breaking free from poverty cycles altogether thanks largely due volunteer efforts combined with donations received throughout each year making all this possible so if you want be part change then join hands with "Habitat For humanity".