Our mission statement focuses on bringing people together
to build homes, communities and hope.
We facilitate provision of shelter, advocate for affordable housing, promote dignity, and support sustainable and transformational development for both our families served and the community at large.
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County was organized as an affiliate in 1986. We have been building homes with families in Summit County for over 30 years. Families partner with Habitat to achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build a better future.
Our homes are sold on a 30 year, zero-interest mortgage to each partner family. This mortgage is paid directly to Habitat in monthly installments creating what is known as the “revolving fund for humanity”. The fund helps provide resources to build more houses and more hope in Summit County.
Habitat requires each family to complete 250 “sweat equity” hours per adult in the household before moving into their new home. These hours are completed by helping to build their home and the homes of other families in the program, volunteering with other non-profits, and attending homeownership classes held by the affiliate. These classroom sessions are mandatory and provide the new homeowner with training on budgeting, home maintenance, gardening, nutrition, first aid and more.
Learn more about Habitat for Humanity’s history at habitat.org/history
Everyone
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County has an open-door policy: All who believe that everyone needs a decent, affordable place to live are welcome to help with the work, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views or any other distinctions that too often divide people. In short, Habitat welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds and also serves people in need of decent housing regardless of race or religion. As a matter of policy, Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliated organizations do not proselytize. This means Habitat will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must either adhere to or convert to a particular faith, or listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.
Our Mission
Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.Our Programming
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County’s programs support the affiliate’s goals of creating stable families and stronger, more vibrant communities. The affiliate offers a number of programs designed to provide affordable housing support to revitalize the communities we serve. In effect, Habitat for Humanity seeks to build homes, community, and hope through neighborhood revitalization.
At Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, we believe that everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. The Homes section of our local programming is a cornerstone of our mission, providing essential housing solutions for our community. Through our New Home Construction, Preserve a Home rehabilitation, and Home Repair projects including Aging in Place, we work tirelessly to build a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Our Community section highlights our commitment to strengthening local neighborhoods. The ReStore, our retail fundraising store, provides a sustainable solution for unwanted items while offering affordable shopping options. Our Neighborhood Network program is dedicated to connecting and empowering residents in disinvested communities. Together, these initiatives foster a stronger and more vibrant community.
Our Hope section focuses on empowering individuals and families to achieve the dream of homeownership. Through our Pathways to Homeownership and Homeowner Education programs, we provide essential tools and knowledge to ensure long-term success. From budgeting and financial management to home maintenance and safety training, our programs equip participants with the skills needed to thrive in their homes.
Our Vision
A world where everyone has a decent place to liveOrganization Financials
Our commitment to transparency extends to our financial operations. This section provides a clear and concise overview of our fiscal year expenses and revenue through informative pie charts. Our annual reports offer additional details for donors, sponsors, and community members interested in understanding how we allocate resources to fulfill our mission. As a nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to using grants, donations, and funds from community partners efficiently and responsibly to serve our community.
Thank you for supporting our work in the community as we continue to grow and expand as an organization to build and repair affordable housing in Summit County. Our work isn’t made possible with the donations and support from community partners, like yourself.
Fiscal Year Expenses
(April 1st 2022 – March 31st 2023)
Total Expenses: $5,212,870.00
Fiscal Year Revenue
(April 1st 2022 – March 31st 2023)
Total Revenue: $5,178,721.00
2022-2023 Financials
2021-2022 Financials
2020-2021 Financials
Review our investment policy here.