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Akron, Ohio 44320
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here you’ll find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about Habitat for Humanity of Summit County. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for here, please don’t hesitate to send us a message through the form above or give us a call.
Does Habitat for Humanity of Summit County give away houses for free?
No. Habitat Homes are sold on a 30 year, zero-interest mortgage, paid directly to Habitat and those payments help fund additional homes to be built with families in need.
What does Habitat for Humanity of Summit County do?
How do you keep the costs of building a house so low?
Do Habitat homes lower property values?
How many houses has Habitat for Humanity of Summit County built?
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Spring, a Time for Hope
By: Kayla Collins, Marketing and Events Manager Hello Spring! Longer days with warmer weather are finally here with blossoms and new life. Although we never had a tough winter, you can't help but feel excitement when you see those daffodils bloom and feel that warm...
Thank You Past Board Members and Welcome New Members
As the beginning of our fiscal year nears, we honor our outgoing board members and celebrate the new members joining us. Habitat for Humanity of Summit County is proud to have an innovative, passionate board of 21 directors who govern our work in the community. This...
Spring Has Sprung, I Hope!
Spring Has Sprung - I Hope! By: Kim Kerr, Family Services Manager About this time of year in Northeast Ohio, many of us start to get a little stir crazy. I miss the sunshine and warmer temperatures, even with the mild winter. So let’s get ready for spring! My...
Setting Homeowners Up For Success
Partner families in our homeowner program just finished the 8 hour home maintenance classes we offer in our warehouse. This training program is made possible by funding and support from the FirstEnergy Foundation. We use a home module built inside our warehouse to...
What is Love?
By: Kayla Collins, Marketing and Events Manager Valentine's Day is only a few weeks away; folks, mark your calendars now so you don't forget! It's the one day that we treat the ones we love by buying chocolates, cards, and flowers but is this really what love is? Here...
Top 2019 Volunteers, Thank You!
Volunteers with 50+ Hours in 2019 We are thankful for every single volunteer in 2019 but we are especially thankful for those who have dedicated over 50 hours supporting our mission. Thank you for your time and hard work this past year. We couldn't do it without you...