Live virtual homebuyer orientation at 6pm on Monday, April 25th. Applications will be available for download and accepted April 26th -May 28th, 2022.
Unique ways to give back this holiday season
Looking for a way to give back this holiday season? Here are some unique ways you can help make safe, stable housing possible for more families in our region this holiday season and beyond.
Wells Fargo teams up with Habitat for Humanity by providing $100,000 in matching funds for Habitat’s “Home for the Holidays” giving campaign
The campaign kicks off Giving Tuesday with a goal of raising $200,000 to support Habitat’s ongoing construction efforts, more home repairs for low-income families, seniors, and veterans, and breaking ground on the highly anticipated Cornerstone Development.
For working families who think homeownership is out of reach, Habitat for Humanity’s unique 0% interest, no down payment homebuying program may be worth a look.
The pre-application period for Habitat’s unique homebuying program, where qualified homebuyers complete 500 “sweat equity” hours building their home in lieu of a down payment, is open now through July 6th. [read more]
4 Important Takeaways from “Behind the Blueprints”
On Wednesday, June 16th Habitat Young Professionals, in partnership with MetroEDGE, hosted Sacramento leaders in housing legislation and neighborhood equity for “Behind the Blueprints” – a conversation about the state of Sacramento neighborhoods, historical factors which shaped them, and what we can all do to support equitable housing and resources for all in our community.
Habitat for Humanity accepting home repair applications now through June 2nd!
Do you know an elderly neighbor, veteran, or low-income family in need of home repairs? Habitat for Humanity could help.
Habitat for Humanity is accepting home repair applications now through June 2nd
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is currently hosting an open application period for qualified, low-income homeowners in need of health, safety, and energy-efficient related home repairs. The nonprofit organization does between 40-50 home repairs annually for low-income homeowners (primarily seniors and veterans) in need of critical home repairs to age in place and address deferred maintenance issues.
U.S. Bank will match $25,000 in donations to Habitat for Big Day of Giving!
Safe, affordable housing is needed more than ever, and COVID-19 has highlighted how much we rely on “home” being a safe place to work, build equity, stay healthy, learn and shelter from heat, storms, and pandemics.
Habitat builds forward to support working families and underserved individuals in our community who desperately need a safe, decent place to call “home”. U.S. Bank has been a long-time partner with Habitat in helping making home possible and this year; U.S. Bank is making a substantial commitment to support Habitat’s Big Day of Giving campaign so Habitat can continue to build forward for those in critical need of affordable housing in our region.
From CEO Leah Miller – New Year Reflections and Gratitude
Dear Habitat Family,
If 2020 has given us anything, it’s been the opportunity for each of us to reflect with gratitude for what we have at the most basic and essential core such as our health, our families and loved ones, the opportunity to earn an income and a safe place to call home.
8 Unique Ways to Support Habitat
As a 100% locally-supported Habitat for Humanity affiliate, our work in the greater Sacramento region is made possible by partnerships and people right here in our backyard. There are many ways to be part of ensuring our neighbors have a stable, affordable place to call home and thrive. Whether you’re planning for the future or looking to support right now, find out more about these 8 unique ways you can be part of our mission.