Does Habitat give away homes?
NO, Habitat for Humanity does NOT give-away homes; it sells them to qualified families at market value with no interest charged and payments capped at 25% of the Gross Household Income. In addition to regular mortgage payments, each homeowner contributes at least 500 hours of unpaid labour into the building of their house and other houses. This “sweat equity’ increases pride of ownership and reduces Habitat’s costs.
Isn’t there already a large supply of housing in Waterloo Region?
There is currently an affordable housing crisis in this region. Today, many low-income working poor families in Waterloo Region are spending more than 50% of their income on rental housing that is both substandard and unsafe.
How does a Habitat project get started?
First, we acquire suitable land within a welcoming community on which to build a home. Next, we find a family who is ready for a new start in life. Finally, we begin fundraising for building materials and money to complete our task and recruit the necessary volunteers.
What can I do to help?
Send a donation to Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region.
Volunteer by building, serving on committees and spreading the word about Habitat for Humanity.
Purchase or donate building materials at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores.
Participate in a fundraising event.