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When was Habitat for Humanity of Collier County started?
Habitat for Humanity of Collier County has been serving families since April 1978 and has built more than 1,300 homes to date. It is one of the oldest and most successful affiliates of Habitat for Humanity International, which was organized in Americus, Georgia in 1976. Locally, a small, professional staff manages the general programs with assistance from a Board of Directors made up of men and women in Collier County who volunteer their time to Habitat.
How are homes built?
Heavily dependent upon volunteer labor, Habitat purchases land and materials with donations from individuals, congregations, service groups, businesses and foundations. Homeowners are required to invest 500 hours of “sweat equity” building homes and make a $1,000 down payment. They also pay, on average, a $300 mortgage payment per month on a no-interest loan. Reserves for taxes and insurance run another $300 per month. Monthly Homeowners Association dues average $50.00 for a total monthly payment of $650.00 Mortgage payments are used to purchase land and materials for more homes.
Are contributions to Habitat tax-deductible?
Yes. Habitat is incorporated as a tax-exempt, non-profit organization 501(c)(3).
Donor Privacy Policy: Habitat for Humanity of Collier County is firmly committed to donors' privacy. We will neither sell nor share any of our donor lists.
How are families selected?
Qualifying applicants must be legal residents of the United States, living and working in Collier County for at least one year prior to application, and be living in inadequate conditions. A volunteer family selection committee reviews all applicants and follows a non-discriminatory selection process, based on housing need, ability to repay the loan and the ability to partner with Habitat by working sweat equity hours. Every day Habitat meets families who live in overcrowded and substandard housing.
How can I help Habitat?
You can help by volunteering at Habitat’s construction sites; serving on the Selection Committee; teaching classes for partner families; making a donation of land, materials, or money; working in the Habitat Home Store; donating furniture; or simply by spreading the word. Your involvement does make a difference.
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