Our Mission

• Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, a Christian-based organization, develops opportunities for all of God's people to act out their faith. By working in partnerships to eliminate substandard housing, we enable families and volunteers to improve lives. We create hope by building homes, strengthening neighborhoods and reweaving communities.

What Do We Do

• Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity is a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) nonprofit charitable organization that offers qualified families, with demonstrated need, willingness to partner, and the ability to pay a zero-interest loan, an opportunity to build and buy a home. We bring urban and suburban communities together to “eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action”.  As an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, we are part of a worldwide powerhouse building in 3,000 locations across 100 countries.

How does it work

• Individuals, corporations, congregations, and organizations donate money to buy building materials and support operations. After an extensive application process, Partner Families invest at least 500 hours in the Habitat process, including substantial volunteer time in the construction of their own safe, affordable, energy efficient, home. They then purchase the home with a no-interest, no-profit mortgage.

Who is Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity?

• Skilled volunteers work countless hours with less-experienced volunteers and the Habitat professional staff provides materials, support, expertise, encouragement, and advice so that the job is done properly, safely, and according to code.

Why Does This Program Work?

• The investment of "sweat equity" volunteer hours by each Partner Family increases their appreciation for home ownership while imparting the knowledge to help maintain a home. Additional training in financial literacy, budget management, and routine maintenance helps to ensure long-term success. The eventual access to equity funds college educations and ongoing home improvements. The volunteer experience teaches skills, teamwork, community, and makes all of us better people in the process!

When Can I Get Involved?

• Right here and now! Invest in your community by making a donation of cash, equipment or materials. Visit our ReStore for your home improvement needs. Encourage your company, congregation, or organization to provide financial support, conduct tool drives, and volunteer at Habitat.