We believe in a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Be involved in this great endeavor! Join us as neighbors by making a monetary contribution, swinging a hammer, or wielding a paintbrush. Together, we can help families improve their housing, climb out of poverty and change their future by providing hope.
OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Smith County Habitat for Humanity offers the dream of home ownership to those who would otherwise not be able to afford a home of their own.
Our Critical Repair Division performs critical home repairs and accessibility modifications for low-income homeowners.
Habitat’s ReStore is a regional Home Improvement Center open to the general public. You can donate items or shop to support our mission.
DID YOU KNOW?
Homeownership leads to…
- better physical and psychological health.
- higher self-esteem.
- a more positive outlook and greater satisfaction with life.
Homeowners are…
- more attached to their neighborhood and neighbors.
- more active in community organizations and church.
- more likely to maintain their homes.
- less likely to be a victim of crime.
Children who have a stable place to call home…
- have more friends.
- have better attendance at school.
According to Fannie Mae, children of low-income homeowners…
- are 40% less likely to be idle at age 20.
- are 35% less likely to receive welfare.
- behave better in the classroom.
- perform better academically.
- are 20% more likely to graduate from high school.
- are 62% more likely to attend college.
Thank you to our supporters!
