What is Habitat for Humanity?
As an ecumenical Christian organization, we work toward eliminating substandard housing and empowering families in Mahaska County.
Mission
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Company Overview
Through volunteer labor and donations of money and materials, Habitat builds and rehabilitates simple, decent houses alongside our homeowner partner families.
Description
Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity is a people-to-people partnership drawing together individuals and communities to build decent, affordable housing. We are committed to the development and uplifting of people and communities, not only the development of housing.
General Information
Founded August 12, 1993
If you or someone you know is in need of decent, affordable housing, please call us for more information about the process of applying for Habitat home ownership.
Homeowners are selected based on their need for housing, their ability to repay a mortgage and their willingness to work in partnership with Habitat.
Habitat does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity or any other difference.
About Habitat for Humanity International
Habitat for Humanity International’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Anchored by the conviction that safe and affordable housing provides a critical foundation for breaking the cycle of poverty, Habitat has helped more than 3 million people construct, rehabilitate or preserve homes since 1976. Habitat also advocates for fair and just housing policies and provides training and access to resources to help more families improve their shelter conditions. As a nonprofit Christian housing organization, Habitat works in more than 70 countries and welcomes people of all races, religions and nationalities to partner in its mission. To get more information, to donate or to volunteer, please visit habitat.org