Organization's MISSION in the community:

To eliminate substandard housing while making a positive impact on the community.

SERVICES provided in the community: 

• Build houses and provide opportunity for homeownership to families who otherwise cannot realize this dream - Families/individuals who qualify live in Winchester-Frederick County for at least one year; need to improve current housing situation; earn 30%-60% of the median income; and complete at least 250 hours of "sweat equity."  Habitat for Humanity provides the mortgage at an affordable, no-interest loan.  This can be done as construction of Habitat homes are made possible by donation of cash, donation of materials and services, and volunteer construction labor.
• Provide the community with a home improvement outlet center called the ReStore - The Habitat ReStore is a retail outlet that sells surplus new and used building materials and previously owned furniture at prices from 10% to 50% of original retail value.  Profits help support construction of Habitat houses; provide reduced cost building materials; and support environmental goals. 

VOLUNTEER opportunities: 

There are multiple ways volunteer may choose to serve their community through Habitat for Humanity, including:

• Contruction and finishing of a house (must be age 14 or older; no skills necessary)
• Serve as a construction Crew Leader (construction skills required)
• Serve at the Habitat ReStore (no skills necessary)
• Provide support services (such as serving lunches, registration desk, entertainment, etc.)
• Serve as a committee member, committee chair, or on the Board of Directors