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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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In The Spirit Of Giving
By: Kim Kerr, Family Services Manager Did you know that there is a date designated as a day of giving? In 2019 the date is December 3, 2019. It is a global generosity movement. It was created in 2012 as a simple idea, a day to encourage people to do good for others. I...
Loyal Volunteer Pallet Projects
Old unwanted pallets turned into crafty decorations for your home! Our Loyal Volunteers have been working hard in the workshop taking apart old pallets headed to the dumpster. They are using the reclaimed wood from these pallets to get creative building Christmas...
Welcome Kim
Kim Kerr is Habitat for Humanity of Summit County's new Family Services Manager. She will be working with all our partner families as they move through our homeownership program. We are excited to have Kim onboard and want to introduce you to her. She has only been...
3 Reasons to Shop with a Purpose
Shopping for meaningful gifts for coworkers, friends, and family can be tough! This year we are making it easy for you. Here are the top 3 reasons to shop with a purpose on our fundraising store. Support Your Community - Every sale includes a 10% donation to Habitat...
Happy Retirement, Mary
Join us in wishing Mary a happy retirement! She has been our Partner Family and Volunteer Coordinator for nearly eight and a half years. Her favorite part of the job has been "seeing the excitement in our partner families' eyes at the dedication of their homes, and...
Preparing Your Home for Winter
By: Kim Kerr, Family Services Manager Summer always seems to fly by so quickly. It is November already! We all know in Northeast Ohio what is coming sooner or later. Some are excited by those cold temperatures and white flakes, while others are dreading those...