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Founded in 1986, Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven (an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the elimination of poverty housing through the creation of homeownership opportunities for low-income working families. Habitat builds and rehabilitates homes in the Greater New Haven area with the goal of creating safe, decent, affordable houses that add to the revitalization of New Haven’s neighborhoods. Habitat accomplishes its mission by partnering with individuals, religious and civic organizations, local business and corporations.
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Latest News
- 2012 Habitat/Lowe’s Women Build–Day 2
Day Two of the 2012 Habitat/Lowe’s Women Build was another great day. Volunteers spent the day working at 390 Gilbert Avenue, Hamden where Habitat is restoring a 19th century farmhouse. Volunteers from Bank of America worked alongside Abi Colon, one of the future homeowners. They were joined by a half dozen of Habitat’s regular volunteers. Bank of America is helping to sponsor the project. For photos of the 2012 Women Build, click here.... - 2012 Habitat/Lowe’s Women Build–Day 1
Day One of the 2012 Habitat/Lowe's Women Build was a great success! Volunteers worked at Habitat's newest construction location on Congress Avenue, New Haven. Four new construction homes are being built on the site. Employees from Carmody & Torrance law firm worked side by side with half a dozen future Habitat homeowners, as well as volunteers from William Pitt/Sotheby's. William Pitt/Sotheby's is a member of Madison Cares, the house sponsor of 880 Congress Avenue. Volunteers spent ... - Habitat GNH Ranked #3 on List of 10 Charities Worth Watching!
Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven has earned the distinction of being ranked #3 on Charity Navigator's list of 10 Charities Worth Watching. This list encompasses charities that operate on less than $12 million per year and have been honored with "Four Star" ranking. We are immensely grateful to all our donors who have given so generously through our annual appeals, special events, Carpenters Club, Cars for Homes, matched giving programs, and other ... - Call for Construction Volunteers!
Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven invites you to join us in our mission to build and rehabilitate safe and affordable homes for qualified, working low-income families. We are in particular need of volunteers experienced in construction, who are willing to serve as crew leaders on a regular or semi-regular basis. We also welcome volunteers who are willing to learn. Volunteering for Habitat is a uniquely rewarding experience. You will be helping a family in ...
Upcoming Events
- Look Who’s Cookin’ Too!
The annual Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Benefit for Habitat will take place on Thursday, May 17, 5:00-8:00pm, at the beautiful Grassy Hill Country Club, 441 Clark Lane, Orange. Proceeds from a silent auction of cooked items prepared by Connecticut's most prominent men will benefit the affiliates of Habitat for Humanity in Connecticut. Attendees will receive a program listing all participants, their table location, and their auction item and will be able to sample the items while ... - SAVE THE DATE! 2012 West Rock Challenge
Sleeping Giant Build will hold its annual West Rock Challenge: 9-mi and 5km Runs for Humanity on Sunday, August 19, at Lake Wintergreen, West Rock Ridge State Park, Main Street, Hamden. The 5km race will begin at 8:30am; the 9-miler will begin at 8:45am. Runners can pre-register on RunReg.com. Now in its fourth year, the West Rock Challenge continues to grow in ...





